Is TARGET CORP (TGT) Halal?
Shariah Screening — 5 Standards
Based on financial data from January 2026
| Standard | Debt Ratio | Cash Ratio | Receivables | Income | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAOIFI | 36.2% / 30% | 8.7% / 30% | 2.8% / 30% | 0.1% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| DJIM | 36.2% / 33% | 8.7% / 33% | 2.8% / 33% | 0.1% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| MSCI | 34.4% / 33% | 8.2% / 33% | 2.7% / 33% | 0.1% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| S&P | 36.2% / 33% | 8.7% / 33% | 2.8% / 33% | 0.1% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
| FTSE | 34.4% / 33% | 8.2% / 33% | 2.7% / 50% | 0.1% / 5% | ✗ NOT HALAL |
Financial Highlights
Profitability
| Gross Margin | 27.9% | |
| Operating Margin | 4.9% | |
| Net Margin | 3.5% | |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 24.0% | |
| Return on Assets (ROA) | 5.3% |
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
| Operating Cash Flow | $6.6B |
| Free Cash Flow | $2.8B |
| Total Debt | $20.3B |
| Debt-to-Equity | 125.5 |
| Current Ratio | 0.9 |
| Total Assets | $59.5B |
Price & Trading
| Last Close | $117.00 |
| 50-Day MA | $113.81 |
| 200-Day MA | $100.50 |
| Avg Volume | 6.6M |
| Beta | 1.1 |
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52-Week Range
$83.44
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About TARGET CORP (TGT)
Target Corporation operates as a general merchandise retailer in the United States. It offers apparel for women, men, young adults, kids, toddlers, and babies, as well as jewelry, accessories, and shoes; and beauty products, such as skin and bath care, cosmetics, hair care, oral care, deodorant, and shaving products. The company also provides food and beverage products comprising dry and perishable grocery, including snacks, candy, beverages, deli, bakery, meat, produce, and food service; electronics which includes video games and consoles, toys, sporting goods, entertainment, and luggage; bed and bath, home décor, school/office supplies, storage, small appliances, kitchenware, greeting cards, party supplies, furniture, lighting, home improvement, and seasonal merchandise; and household essentials, such as household cleaning, paper products, over-the-counter healthcare, vitamins and supplements, baby gear, and pet supplies. In addition, it sells merchandise through periodic design and creative partnerships, and shop-in-shop experience; and in-store amenities. The company sells its products through its stores; and digital channels, including Target.com. Target Corporation was incorporated in 1902 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is TARGET CORP (TGT) halal to invest in?
Based on our screening using AAOIFI Standard 21 (the strictest methodology), TARGET CORP 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 TARGET CORP's debt ratio?
TARGET CORP's debt ratio is 36.2% 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 34.4%.
What are TARGET CORP's key financial metrics?
TARGET CORP has a market capitalization of $54.3B, trailing P/E ratio of 14.7, and revenue of $104.8B. The company maintains a gross margin of 27.9% and a net margin of 3.5%. Return on equity stands at 24.0%.
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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