Is GDL FUND (GDL) Halal?

NYSE Financial Services United States $91M
✗ NOT HALAL
Confidence: 95/100
GDL FUND (GDL) is Not Halal under AAOIFI Standard 21 due to its classification in the Asset Management industry, which is excluded under Shariah screening. Companies operating in prohibited sectors such as conventional banking, insurance, alcohol, tobacco, and gambling are automatically excluded regardless of their financial ratios.

Shariah Screening — 5 Standards

Based on financial data from December 2024

Standard Debt Ratio Cash Ratio Receivables Income Status
AAOIFI Excluded — Asset Management ✗ NOT HALAL
DJIM Excluded — Asset Management ✗ NOT HALAL
MSCI Excluded — Asset Management ✗ NOT HALAL
S&P Excluded — Asset Management ✗ NOT HALAL
FTSE Excluded — Asset Management ✗ NOT HALAL

Financial Highlights

P/E Ratio
11.8
EPS
$0.70
Dividend Yield
579.0%
Payout: 68.6%
Revenue
$6M

Profitability

Gross Margin 0.0%
Operating Margin 0.0%
Net Margin 0.0%

Cash Flow & Balance Sheet

Operating Cash Flow$24M
Free Cash Flow$24M
Total Assets$174M

Price & Trading

Last Close$8.26
50-Day MA$8.48
200-Day MA$8.45
Avg Volume11K
52-Week Range
$7.71
$8.67

About GDL FUND (GDL)

CEO
Mr. Mario Joseph Gabelli C.F.A.
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Asset Management
Country
United States
Exchange
NYSE
Market Cap
$91M
Currency
USD

The GDL Fund is a closed-ended equity mutual fund launched by GAMCO Investors, Inc. It is managed by Gabelli Funds, LLC. The fund invests in public equity markets across the globe. It invests in stocks of companies operating across diversified sectors. The fund invests in securities of companies involved in publicly announced mergers, takeovers, tender offers, and leveraged buyouts. It also invests in companies undergoing corporate reorganizations involving stubs, spin-offs, and liquidations. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against Bank of America Merrill Lynch 3 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index. It was formerly known as Gabelli Global Deal Fund. The GDL Fund was formed on October 17, 2006 and is domiciled in the United States.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is GDL FUND (GDL) halal to invest in?

Based on our screening using AAOIFI Standard 21 (the strictest methodology), GDL FUND 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 GDL FUND's debt ratio?

GDL FUND's debt ratio is not available under the AAOIFI standard (which uses market capitalization as the denominator). The AAOIFI threshold is 30%.

What are GDL FUND's key financial metrics?

GDL FUND has a market capitalization of $91M, trailing P/E ratio of 11.8, and revenue of $6M.

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.