Is BAE Systems (BA) Halal?

LSE Industrials United Kingdom $60.3B
✓ HALAL
Confidence: 83/100
BAE Systems (BA) is Halal under all 5 major Shariah screening standards. With a debt ratio of just 15.7% against the AAOIFI threshold of 30%, BAE Systems comfortably passes the key financial ratio tests. The company operates in the Industrials sector (Aerospace & Defense), which is not a prohibited industry under Islamic finance principles.

Shariah Screening — 5 Standards

Based on financial data from December 2024

Standard Debt Ratio Cash Ratio Receivables Income Status
AAOIFI 15.7%
/ 30%
5.2%
/ 30%
2.1%
/ 30%
N/A ✓ HALAL
DJIM 15.7%
/ 33%
5.2%
/ 33%
2.1%
/ 33%
N/A ✓ HALAL
MSCI 26.6%
/ 33%
8.9%
/ 33%
3.6%
/ 33%
N/A ✓ HALAL
S&P 15.7%
/ 33%
5.2%
/ 33%
2.1%
/ 33%
N/A ✓ HALAL
FTSE 26.6%
/ 33%
8.9%
/ 33%
3.6%
/ 50%
N/A ✓ HALAL

Financial Highlights

P/E Ratio
30.4
Forward: 22.1
EPS
$0.68
Dividend Yield
176.0%
Payout: 50.1%
P/B Ratio
525.0
EV/EBITDA
18.9
EV: $67.7B
Beta
0.0
Low volatility
Current Ratio
1.0

Profitability

Gross Margin 13.2%
Operating Margin 10.1%
Net Margin 7.3%
Return on Equity (ROE) 18.1%
Return on Assets (ROA) 4.5%

Cash Flow & Balance Sheet

Operating Cash Flow$3.9B
Free Cash Flow$2.8B
Total Debt$10.2B
Debt-to-Equity76.7
Current Ratio1.0
Total Assets$38.1B

Price & Trading

Last CloseGBp 2,093.00
50-Day MAGBp 2,099.37
200-Day MAGBp 1,902.74
Avg Volume7.1M
Beta0.0
52-Week Range
GBp 1,394.00
GBp 2,360.00

About BAE Systems (BA)

CEO
Dr. Charles Nicholas Woodburn CBE, Ph.D.
Employees
111,400
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Country
United Kingdom
Exchange
LSE
Market Cap
$60.3B
Currency
GBp

BAE Systems plc provides defense, aerospace, and security solutions in the United States, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Australia, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through five segments: Electronic Systems, Platforms & Services, Air, Maritime, and Cyber & Intelligence. The Electronic Systems segment offers electronic warfare systems, navigation systems, electro-optical sensors, military and commercial avionics, and precision guided solutions and communications systems, as well as space electronics, spacecraft, and ground and tactical systems. The Platforms & Services segment manufactures and sells combat vehicles, weapons, and munitions; and offers naval ship repair services, as well as operates and manages two government-owned and contractor-operated ammunition plants. The Air segment develops future combat air systems and falconworks alongside edgewing, and eurofighter and MBDA. The Maritime segment provides maritime and land services, including submarine, ship build, and support programs. The Cyber & Intelligence segment offers cyber security services for national security, central government, and government enterprises. The company was formerly known as British Aerospace plc and changed its name to BAE Systems plc in May 2000. BAE Systems plc was incorporated in 1979 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is BAE Systems (BA) halal to invest in?

Based on our screening using AAOIFI Standard 21 (the strictest methodology), BAE Systems is Halal. The company passes all financial ratio thresholds for debt, cash, receivables, and impermissible income. We screen against all 5 major standards: AAOIFI, DJIM, MSCI, S&P, and FTSE.

What is BAE Systems's debt ratio?

BAE Systems's debt ratio is 15.7% 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 26.6%.

What are BAE Systems's key financial metrics?

BAE Systems has a market capitalization of $60.3B, trailing P/E ratio of 30.4. The company maintains a gross margin of 13.2% and a net margin of 7.3%. Return on equity stands at 18.1%.

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.

Disclaimer: HalalStockGuide.com provides Shariah compliance screening for educational and informational purposes only. This is not a fatwa, financial advice, or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Screening results are based on publicly available financial data and established methodologies. Always consult a qualified Islamic scholar and a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.