Primis Financial Corp. operates as the bank holding company for Primis Bank that provides a range of financial services to individuals and small and medium sized businesses in the United States, including deposit products, commercial business and real estate loans, residential mortgages, personal loans, cash management services, debit cards, ATM services, and online banking. As of December 31, 2021, it operated forty full-service branches in Virginia and Maryland.
Frequently asked questions
Is Primis Financial Corp. (FRST) stock halal to invest in?
No. As of , FRST is not Shariah-compliant under AAOIFI standards, so it is not considered halal to invest in. Primis Financial Corp. 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 Primis Financial Corp. have any interest income?
Yes, Primis Financial Corp. does have interest income. According to the company's latest annual report for
the fiscal year ending Dec 31, 2025, Primis Financial Corp. reported revenue of
$312,601,000 and interest income of
$200,442,000. The interest income represents
64.12% 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 Primis Financial Corp. 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 Primis Financial Corp. stock reviewed for Shariah compliance?
The Shariah compliance status of Primis Financial Corp. 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 Primis Financial Corp.'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 FRST,
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 Primis Financial Corp. stock considered halal?
No, dividends from FRST 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 Primis Financial Corp. shares?
If you hold Primis Financial Corp. 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.
