Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A

CPA stock is not Shariah-compliant

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About Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A (CPA)

Copa Holdings is a Panama-based airline holding company that provides passenger and air cargo transportation services throughout the Americas and the Caribbean. Operating from its main hub in Panama City, the company serves roughly 69 destinations across 29 countries via daily scheduled flights using a fleet composed entirely of Boeing 737 variants. Founded in 1947, Copa Holdings functions as a major regional connector linking North, Central, and South America with the Caribbean.

Frequently asked questions

Is Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A (CPA) stock halal to invest in?
No. As of , CPA is not Shariah-compliant under AAOIFI standards, so it is not considered halal to invest in. Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A fails the business screen, the financial screen or both, based on its most recent financial reports. The Zoya app shows which one and lists Shariah-compliant alternatives.
Does Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A have any interest income?
Yes, Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A does have interest income. According to the company's latest annual report for the fiscal year ending Dec 31, 2025, Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A reported revenue of $3,617,822,000 and interest income of $62,592,000. The interest income represents 1.73% of the combined total. It's worth noting that some companies may report additional interest income as part of their revenue. For a detailed breakdown of all interest income and revenue segments, please refer to the full Shariah compliance report available in the Zoya app.
What guidelines are used to determine if Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A stock is Shariah-compliant?
We use the guidelines set by the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) to assess Shariah compliance. AAOIFI is a leading international organization that establishes standards for Islamic finance. Their guidelines help determine if a company's business activities and financial structure align with Islamic principles. These standards are widely respected in the Islamic finance industry and provide a consistent framework for evaluating the Shariah compliance of stocks and other financial instruments. AAOIFI's Shariah board includes renowned scholars such as Sheikh Muhammad Taqi Usmani, Sheikh Mohamed Ali Elgari, Sheikh Abdullah AlManea, Sheikh Nizam Yaquby, and Dr. Aznan Hassan.
How often is Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A stock reviewed for Shariah compliance?
The Shariah compliance status of Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A stock is reviewed on a regular basis, with a minimum frequency of once per quarter. However, if there are any significant changes or major developments in the company's operations that may impact its compliance, an immediate review will be conducted to ensure ongoing adherence to Shariah principles.
How can I stay updated on Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A's compliance status?
To stay informed, we recommend regularly checking Zoya for updates. You can also enable alerts within the Zoya app to receive notifications whenever there is a change in the Shariah compliance of CPA, or any other stocks you are monitoring. This is particularly useful as Shariah compliance can fluctuate due to changes in a company's financial ratios or business activities.
Are dividends from Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A stock considered halal?
No, dividends from CPA are not considered halal because the stock is currently not Shariah-compliant. When a stock is non-compliant, any dividends received from it are considered impermissible income and should be donated to charity as a form of purification. To learn more about the purification process and how to handle impermissible income, read our comprehensive guide.
Do I need to pay Zakat on my Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A shares?
If you hold Copa Holdings S.A. - Ordinary Shares - Class A stock as an investment, through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), or any other form of stock ownership, and meet the Nisab threshold, you may be required to pay Zakat on it. The calculation of Zakat on investments can be complex and depends on various factors. To help make this easy, we've created a free Zakat calculator for stocks. For a more seamless experience, use the Zoya mobile app, where you can link your brokerage account to automatically import holdings.

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