Ask yourself these two questions in volatile markets
This has been the worst ever start to a year for the stock market, and stocks tanked again today. But that’s not all. Investors are seeking the security of government bonds. Oil continues to trade below $30 a barrel. Netflix is raising its prices. A massive snowstorm threatens the Mid-Atlantic. The new Star Wars movie […]
Answering your questions about market volatility
Stocks sold off today, continuing their up and down ride to start the year. Azzad clients are usually savvy enough to know that these types of events are prime opportunities to rebalance their portfolios or to buy stocks while they’re selling at a discount. But even the best of us find ourselves questioning our financial […]
Three best practices for remitting 401(k) contributions
By Maha Ahmed Qualified Plan Financial Consultant Sponsoring a business retirement plan like a 401(k) can be a smart way to save big on taxes, maximize retirement savings, and attract and retain qualified employees. As sponsors, employers have certain responsibilities under the plan; the most important is properly managing plan contributions. Failure to comply with […]
Azzad finalizes gun-free investing policy
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Dec. 8, 2015 – Azzad Asset Management, investment advisor to the Azzad Funds, announced today that it will formally refrain from investing in companies that manufacture the weapons that have been used in mass shootings and other gun violence in the United States. The firm’s investment committee identified three companies in particular that […]
Azzad participates in AAOIFI-World Bank conference on Islamic banking
MANAMA, Bahrain, Dec. 8, 2015 — A representative of Azzad Asset Management joined senior representatives from central banks, financial institutions, and regulators in the Kingdom of Bahrain for the annual Islamic banking and finance conference organized by the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI). Held in conjunction with the World Bank and under the […]
Understanding Market Volatility
As an investor, you might feel nervous about market volatility, especially when the trend seems to be heading downward. But reacting emotionally is never a good investment strategy. It may be helpful to consider the reasons behind recent market swings and maintain a long-term perspective.
Four year-end tax strategies to consider
It’s hard to believe we’re fast approaching the end of 2015, but it’s time to start thinking about the 2015 tax season. Here are four simple yet effective tax minimization strategies to consider before the end of the year: 1. Harvest capital losses. While the recent market volatility has been frustrating, it does provide opportunities […]
Income with Real Estate
Understanding Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
Azzad’s real estate strategy ranked #1
We’d like to share some good news we received recently about one of the strategies in the Azzad Ethical Wrap Program. Last week, Azzad’s real estate investment trust (REIT) strategy was ranked #1 out of 52 REIT products for performance in the one-year period ending September 30, 2015. Informa Investment Solutions, the longest running investment […]
Understanding real estate investment trusts (REITs)
A real estate investment trust is a company that buys, sells, develops, and manages real estate such as office buildings, apartment complexes, shopping malls, self-storage units, and housing developments. Rather than investing directly in a piece of real estate, investors in REITs put their money into a professionally managed portfolio of properties. REITs make money […]
