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Shariah compliance overview

Not Halal

Business 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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