Is H&R BLOCK INC (HRB) Halal?
Shariah Screening — 5 Standards
Based on financial data from June 2025
| Standard | Debt Ratio | Cash Ratio | Receivables | Income | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAOIFI | 49.5% / 30% | 24.0% / 30% | 1.2% / 30% | 0.84% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| DJIM | 49.5% / 33% | 24.0% / 33% | 1.2% / 33% | 0.84% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| MSCI | 62.1% / 33% | 30.1% / 33% | 1.5% / 33% | 0.84% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| S&P | 49.5% / 33% | 24.0% / 33% | 1.2% / 33% | 0.84% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| FTSE | 62.1% / 33% | 30.1% / 33% | 1.5% / 50% | 0.84% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
Financial Highlights
Profitability
| Gross Margin | 44.2% | |
| Operating Margin | -150.3% | |
| Net Margin | 16.2% | |
| Return on Assets (ROA) | 18.7% |
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
| Operating Cash Flow | $681M |
| Free Cash Flow | $599M |
| Total Debt | $2.0B |
| Current Ratio | 1.3 |
| Total Assets | $3.3B |
Price & Trading
| Last Close | $31.28 |
| 50-Day MA | $33.41 |
| 200-Day MA | $45.76 |
| Avg Volume | 2.4M |
| Beta | 0.4 |
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52-Week Range
$28.16
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About H&R BLOCK INC (HRB)
H&R Block, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides assisted and do-it-yourself (DIY) tax return preparation services in the United States, Canada, and Australia. The company also provides Refund Transfers, that enable clients to receive their tax refunds by their chosen method of disbursement; Peace of Mind extended service plans, that represents clients when audited and assumes the cost; H&R Block Emerald Prepaid Mastercard and Spruce, which are debit cards that can be used for everyday purchases and ATM withdrawals; H&R Block Emerald Advance term loans; Tax Identity Shield that provides clients assistance in helping protect their tax identity and access to services to help restore their tax identity; refund advance loans; and H&R Block Instant Refund. In addition, it offers small business financial solutions to manage finances, including payment processing, payroll, and bookkeeping services. The company its solutions through in-person; a system of retail offices operated directly by the company or its franchisees; and online and mobile applications, virtual, and desktop software. H&R Block, Inc. was incorporated in 1955 and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is H&R BLOCK INC (HRB) halal to invest in?
Based on our screening using AAOIFI Standard 21 (the strictest methodology), H&R BLOCK 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 H&R BLOCK INC's debt ratio?
H&R BLOCK INC's debt ratio is 49.5% 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 62.1%.
What are H&R BLOCK INC's key financial metrics?
H&R BLOCK INC has a market capitalization of $4.0B, trailing P/E ratio of 7.3, and revenue of $3.8B. The company maintains a gross margin of 44.2% and a net margin of 16.2%.
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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