Fatwa #642916 August 2002United States of America
what is the maximum rate of profit (if any) that one can charge while trading.
Question
Like if i buy something for 100$. what is the maximum permissible amount (told by ISLAM) i can charge while selling that thing. should i charge the same amount to poor people and the rich people. JazakAllah ho khair.
Answer
There is no profit restrictions in Shari'ah. However, it is disliked to
exceed double the profit margin of the market. (Shaami)
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
exceed double the profit margin of the market. (Shaami)
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai