Minerals Technologies develops, produces, and markets various specialty mineral, mineral-based, and synthetic mineral products, and supporting systems and services through three segments: Performance Materials, Specialty Minerals, and Refractories. The Performance Materials segment supplies bentonite and bentonite-related products, as well as leonardite, metal casting products, household, personal care, and specialty products, and basic minerals, environmental products, and building materials. The Specialty Minerals segment produces and sells precipitated calcium carbonate and quicklime, and provides natural mineral products comprising limestone and talc for use in various industries. The Refractories segment offers monolithic and shaped refractory materials, specialty products, services, and application and measurement equipment, and calcium metal and metallurgical wire products for the steel, non-ferrous metal, and glass industries.
Frequently asked questions
Is Minerals Technologies (MTX) stock halal to invest in?
No. As of , MTX is not Shariah-compliant under AAOIFI standards, so it is not considered halal to invest in. Minerals Technologies 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 Minerals Technologies have any interest income?
Yes, Minerals Technologies does have interest income. According to the company's latest annual report for
the fiscal year ending Dec 31, 2025, Minerals Technologies reported revenue of
$2,072,600,000 and interest income of
$5,300,000. The interest income represents
0.26% 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 Minerals Technologies 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 Minerals Technologies stock reviewed for Shariah compliance?
The Shariah compliance status of Minerals Technologies 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 Minerals Technologies'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 MTX,
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 Minerals Technologies stock considered halal?
No, dividends from MTX 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 Minerals Technologies shares?
If you hold Minerals Technologies 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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