Shariah compliance overview
HalalJ Sainsbury plc (SBRY.L) is currently classified as Halal by Akinda Shariah screening (AAOIFI-aligned methodology).
About J Sainsbury plc
J Sainsbury plc, along with its group companies, is a prominent retailer and financial services provider operating across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. The company's diverse activities span food, general merchandise, and clothing sales, in addition to offering financial products.
J Sainsbury plc (SBRY.L) operates in the Consumer Defensive sector, in the Grocery Stores industry.
Why it is halal: it passes all three AAOIFI screens. Non-compliant revenue is 0.07% (limit 5%), interest-bearing debt is 16.72% (limit 30%) and interest-bearing securities and assets are 16.82% (limit 30%).
If you hold SBRY.L, give 0.07% of the dividends you receive to charity to purify the non-compliant share of its income.
- Business Activity
- 0.07%Limit 5%Pass
- Interest-bearing debt
- 16.72%Limit 30%Pass
- Interest-bearing securities and assets
- 16.82%Limit 30%Pass
- Dividend purification
- 0.07%Share of dividends to give to charityPurification calculator
Last updated: Oct 23, 2026 · Screening is informational and not a fatwa. Consult a qualified scholar for personal guidance.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about J Sainsbury plc (SBRY.L). Current Akinda screening label: Halal.
