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ETF Review · Halal REIT · AAOIFI-Screened

SPRE — SP Funds S&P Global REIT Sharia ETF Review

SPRE is the only Shariah-compliant REIT ETF listed in the US — real estate income without interest-based leverage.

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  • 1SPRE tracks the S&P Global REIT Shariah Index — Shariah-screened real estate investment trusts worldwide. It is the ONLY halal REIT ETF available in the US market.
  • 2At 0.55% expense ratio, SPRE provides real estate income and diversification while excluding mortgage REITs and highly-leveraged property companies that fail Shariah screens.
  • 3SPRE serves as a portfolio diversifier — real estate historically offers partial inflation hedging and income generation with low equity correlation.

01Fund Overview

SPRE (SP Funds S&P Global REIT Sharia ETF) is managed by SP Funds and tracks the S&P Global REIT Shariah Index. It provides exposure to real estate investment trusts (REITs) that pass Shariah screening criteria — excluding conventional mortgage REITs and those with excessive interest-based debt.

REITs are unique because they must distribute at least 90% of taxable income as dividends, making them income-generating vehicles. However, most conventional REITs rely heavily on interest-based debt for property acquisition, making them non-compliant under Shariah screening.

SPRE solves this by screening the global REIT universe against AAOIFI-inspired criteria. The result is a portfolio of property companies that own and operate real estate (data centers, logistics, healthcare facilities, retail properties) with compliant capital structures.

02Why Halal REITs Matter

Real estate provides portfolio diversification benefits that pure equity funds cannot. Property values and rental income have historically shown lower correlation with stock market movements, offering some downside protection during equity market corrections.

For Muslim investors, accessing real estate through individual property purchases involves significant capital requirements, illiquidity, and management overhead. A Shariah-screened REIT ETF provides fractional ownership of diversified global properties with daily liquidity.

The income generation aspect is particularly relevant for conservative or retirement-focused portfolios. SPRE's dividend distributions provide regular cash flow from rental income, complementing growth-oriented equity holdings like SPUS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

REITs that pass Shariah screening are permissible. The REIT structure itself (ownership of real property) is compatible with Islamic principles. The compliance issue is leverage — many conventional REITs use interest-based debt exceeding Shariah thresholds. SPRE screens for REITs with compliant capital structures.

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Compliance classification: [ANALYSIS]

This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any security. Shariah compliance assessments are based on publicly available data and established screening methodologies. They are not religious rulings (fatwas). Investors should consult a qualified Shariah scholar and a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.

All data is sourced from public filings and third-party providers. Compliance status is subject to change at quarterly reviews. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Halal Terminal is not a broker-dealer or investment advisor.