Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras explores for, produces, and sells oil and gas in Brazil and internationally through its Exploration and Production, Refining, Transportation and Marketing, Gas and Power, and Corporate and Other Businesses segments. It engages in prospecting, drilling, refining, processing, trading, and transporting crude oil, oil products, natural gas, and other hydrocarbons. The company also operates in the logistics, transportation, marketing, and trading of natural gas and electricity, as well as in the production of biodiesel, ethanol, and fertilizers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras (PBR) stock halal to invest in?
No. As of , PBR is not Shariah-compliant under AAOIFI standards, so it is not considered halal to invest in. Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras 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 Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras have any interest income?
Yes, Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras does have interest income. According to the company's latest annual report for
the fiscal year ending Dec 31, 2025, Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras reported revenue of
$88,104,423,000 and interest income of
$401,100,000. The interest income represents
0.46% 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 Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras 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 Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras stock reviewed for Shariah compliance?
The Shariah compliance status of Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras 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 Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras'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 PBR,
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 Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras stock considered halal?
No, dividends from PBR 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 Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras shares?
If you hold Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. - Petrobras 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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