Is DS Smith Ltd halal to invest in?

According to Musaffa's Shariah screening methodology, DS Smith Ltd (SMDS.L) is currently classified as NOT HALAL as of January 2025. The classification is based on an evaluation of the company's business activities and financial ratios to determine whether it meets Islamic investment guidelines.

Is DS Smith Ltd a Shariah-compliant stock?

A stock is Shariah-compliant if the company operates in permissible business activities and meets Islamic financial screening thresholds. Musaffa analyzes DS Smith Ltd using these criteria to determine its compliance status.

Can Muslims buy shares of DS Smith Ltd?

Muslim investors may consider investing in DS Smith Ltd if it meets Shariah compliance standards. Investors typically review the company's business activities, debt levels, and non-permissible income before making a decision.

Why is DS Smith Ltd classified as NOT HALAL?

Musaffa determines the Shariah status of DS Smith Ltd by analyzing whether the company's core business operations are permissible and whether its financial ratios fall within accepted Islamic thresholds.

How often is the Shariah compliance for DS Smith Ltd updated?

The Shariah compliance status of DS Smith Ltd may be updated periodically when new financial statements, earnings reports, or business activity information become available.

Can a halal stock like DS Smith Ltd become non-compliant?

Yes. A stock that is currently Shariah-compliant may become non-compliant if the company's financial ratios exceed Shariah thresholds or its business activities change.

Where can I check the Shariah status of DS Smith Ltd?

You can check the latest Shariah compliance status of DS Smith Ltd on Musaffa's stock page, where screening results and key financial indicators are updated to help Muslim investors make informed decisions.

DS Smith Ltd SMDS.L

£582.50

Last Updated: Feb 03, 12:00 AM·LSE

SMDS.L Shariah Compliance

Screening Methodology: AAOIFI

NOT HALAL

Last Updated: January 28, 2025

Report Source: 2025 2nd Quarter Report

Analyst's Ratings for DS Smith Ltd (SMDS.L)

Based on 15 analysts giving stock ratings to DS Smith Ltd in the past 3 months

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Strong Sell

DS Smith Ltd. Stock Analysis SMDS.L

United Kingdom Materials Large Cap Report: Q2, 2025

DS Smith Plc is a holding company, which engages in the provision of packaging solutions. The Company’s packaging solutions are made from recycled and/or recyclable material. The company delivers fully fiber-based corrugated products across Europe and North America for consumer products, e-commerce, promotion, transit and industrial packaging. The company is a manufacturer of corrugated case material, which is the paper used for conversion into corrugated board. The company also manufactures specialist paper grades, such as plasterboard liners. The company provides a full recycling and waste management service. The firm is a cardboard and paper recycler and is also a full-service recycling and waste management company in Europe. The company collects paper and cardboard for recycling from a range of sectors, which provides raw material for its recycled paper-making processes. The firm also sells used fiber to third parties globally.

Key Statistics of DS Smith Ltd (SMDS.L)

Key statistics in the stock market are essential financial indicators that measure a company's performance, valuation, profitability, and risk.

Today's Range

£575.50£601.50

Today's Open

£582.50

Volume

189.58M

P/E Ratio (TTM)

20.97

52 Week Range

£535.50£622.00

Market Cap

8.07B

Avg. Volume

19.29M

Dividend Yield

Financial Metrics & Statements of DS Smith Ltd (SMDS.L)

FAQ's for DS Smith Ltd (SMDS.L)

According to Musaffa’s Shariah screening methodology, DS Smith Ltd (SMDS.L) is currently classified as NOT HALAL as of January 2025. The classification is based on an evaluation of the company’s business activities and financial ratios to determine whether it meets Islamic investment guidelines.