Shariah compliance overview
Not HalalBusiness First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) is currently classified as Not Halal by Akinda Shariah screening (AAOIFI-aligned methodology).
About Business First Bancshares, Inc.
Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) serves as the bank holding company for b1BANK, delivering an extensive array of banking products and financial services.
Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST) operates in the Financial Services sector, in the Banks - Regional industry.
Why it is not classified as halal: it does not pass these screens: Business Activity, Interest-bearing debt, Interest-bearing securities and assets.
- Business Activity
- 100.00%Limit 5%Fail
- Interest-bearing debt
- 79.05%Limit 30%Fail
- Interest-bearing securities and assets
- 143.67%Limit 30%Fail
- Dividend purification
- 87.20%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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Quick answers about Business First Bancshares, Inc. (BFST). Current Akinda screening label: Not Halal.
