Is AMC Networks Inc. (AMCX) Halal?
Shariah Screening — 5 Standards
Based on financial data from December 2025
| Standard | Debt Ratio | Cash Ratio | Receivables | Income | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAOIFI | 512.7% / 30% | 139.1% / 30% | 159.2% / 30% | 1.2% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| DJIM | 512.7% / 33% | 139.1% / 33% | 159.2% / 33% | 1.2% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| MSCI | 47.0% / 33% | 12.8% / 33% | 14.6% / 33% | 1.2% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| S&P | 512.7% / 33% | 139.1% / 33% | 159.2% / 33% | 1.2% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| FTSE | 47.0% / 33% | 12.8% / 33% | 14.6% / 50% | 1.2% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
Financial Highlights
Profitability
| Gross Margin | 50.6% | |
| Operating Margin | 10.2% | |
| Net Margin | 3.9% | |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 10.4% | |
| Return on Assets (ROA) | 3.9% |
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
| Operating Cash Flow | $306M |
| Free Cash Flow | $272M |
| Total Debt | $1.9B |
| Debt-to-Equity | 182.7 |
| Current Ratio | 1.7 |
| Total Assets | $3.9B |
Price & Trading
| Last Close | $6.69 |
| 50-Day MA | $7.65 |
| 200-Day MA | $7.63 |
| Avg Volume | 456K |
| Beta | 1.1 |
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52-Week Range
$5.41
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About AMC Networks Inc. (AMCX)
AMC Networks Inc., an entertainment company, distributes contents in the United States, Europe, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Domestic Operations and International. The Domestic Operations segment operates programming networks, such as AMC, We TV, BBCA, IFC, and SundanceTV; provides streaming services, including AMC+ and Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK, HIDIVE, and All Reality targeted subscription streaming services; produces original programming for its programming services and third parties; and licenses programming. This segment is also involved in the film distribution business comprising Independent Film Company, RLJE Films, and Shudder; and technical services business for programming networks. The International segment operates a portfolio of channels. AMC Networks Inc. was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is AMC Networks Inc. (AMCX) halal to invest in?
Based on our screening using AAOIFI Standard 21 (the strictest methodology), AMC Networks Inc. is Not Halal. The company fails one or more screening criteria. We screen against all 5 major standards: AAOIFI, DJIM, MSCI, S&P, and FTSE.
What is AMC Networks Inc.'s debt ratio?
AMC Networks Inc.'s debt ratio is 512.7% under the AAOIFI standard (which uses market capitalization as the denominator). The AAOIFI threshold is 30%. Under MSCI and FTSE (which use total assets as the denominator), the debt ratio is 47.0%.
What are AMC Networks Inc.'s key financial metrics?
AMC Networks Inc. has a market capitalization of $284M, trailing P/E ratio of 3.9, and revenue of $2.3B. The company maintains a gross margin of 50.6% and a net margin of 3.9%. Return on equity stands at 10.4%.
How often is the screening data updated?
Our screening data is updated regularly using the latest available financial statements and market data. Stock prices and market caps are refreshed frequently, while financial statements are updated quarterly when companies report earnings.
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