Is GEO GROUP INC (GEO) Halal?
Shariah Screening — 5 Standards
Based on financial data from December 2025
| Standard | Debt Ratio | Cash Ratio | Receivables | Income | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAOIFI | 86.4% / 30% | 3.5% / 30% | 29.7% / 30% | 0.34% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| DJIM | 86.4% / 33% | 3.5% / 33% | 29.7% / 33% | 0.34% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| MSCI | 44.9% / 33% | 1.8% / 33% | 15.4% / 33% | 0.34% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| S&P | 86.4% / 33% | 3.5% / 33% | 29.7% / 33% | 0.34% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| FTSE | 44.9% / 33% | 1.8% / 33% | 15.4% / 50% | 0.34% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
Financial Highlights
Profitability
| Gross Margin | 25.2% | |
| Operating Margin | 12.1% | |
| Net Margin | 9.7% | |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 17.9% | |
| Return on Assets (ROA) | 5.0% |
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
| Operating Cash Flow | $73M |
| Free Cash Flow | -$125M |
| Total Debt | $1.7B |
| Debt-to-Equity | 114.7 |
| Current Ratio | 2.0 |
| Total Assets | $3.8B |
Price & Trading
| Last Close | $17.31 |
| 50-Day MA | $15.70 |
| 200-Day MA | $18.90 |
| Avg Volume | 2.4M |
| Beta | 0.8 |
|
52-Week Range
$12.51
| |
About GEO GROUP INC (GEO)
The GEO Group, Inc. is a leading diversified government service provider, specializing in design, financing, development, and support services for secure facilities, processing centers, and community reentry centers in the United States, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. GEO's diversified services include enhanced in-custody rehabilitation and post-release support through the award-winning GEO Continuum of Care, secure transportation, electronic monitoring, community-based programs, and correctional health and mental health care. GEO's worldwide operations include the ownership and/or delivery of support services for 95 facilities totaling approximately 75,000 beds, including idle facilities and projects under development, with a workforce of up to approximately 20,000 employees. The GEO Group, Inc. was incorporated in 1984 in Florida, USA.
Related Halal Stocks in Industrials
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GEO GROUP INC (GEO) halal to invest in?
Based on our screening using AAOIFI Standard 21 (the strictest methodology), GEO GROUP 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 GEO GROUP INC's debt ratio?
GEO GROUP INC's debt ratio is 86.4% 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 44.9%.
What are GEO GROUP INC's key financial metrics?
GEO GROUP INC has a market capitalization of $2.2B, trailing P/E ratio of 9.2, and revenue of $2.6B. The company maintains a gross margin of 25.2% and a net margin of 9.7%. Return on equity stands at 17.9%.
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.