Shariah Global Portfolios

Grow your wealth with smart, global portfolios

Tap into up to 15.5%* p.a. returns, all while staying aligned with your values.

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We’re licensed by the Securities Commission Malaysia (Licence eCMSL/A0352/2018)

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Up to 15.5%* p.a. returns


Returns from 8.8%* to 15.5%*, across four different risk levels - moderate, balanced, aggressive and very aggressive.

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Globally diversified


Invest in Shariah-compliant equities, Islamic bonds (sukuk), and gold for diversified growth across markets and sectors.

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Shariah-compliant


Endorsed by Masryef Advisory. Portfolios are screened regularly to meet stringent Islamic principles.

* 3 year annualised returns as of 30 June 2025, in MYR terms.

Islamic investing, without compromising on returns

Shariah-compliant global equities have delivered returns on par with, and sometimes outperforming, non-Shariah equivalents, showing you can stay true to your values without sacrificing returns.

Stronger returns with Shariah Global Portfolios

StashAway Shariah Global Portfolios’ composite historical returns have delievered consistent long-term growth across all risk levels.

Manage risk with globally diversified portfolios

Access global growth while managing risk through smart diversification. Shariah Global Portfolios blend equities, Islamic bonds (sukuk), and gold — with meaningful exposure to high‑growth sectors like technology and emerging markets.

Create your account

Select your preferred risk level

Moderate

This portfolio has more exposure to Islamic bonds (sukuk) for stability, and a smaller portion in equities for some growth.

Composite historical returns

3 years: 8.8% p.a.
5 years: 7.3% p.a. 

StashAway Risk Index (SRI): 16%

Balanced

This portfolio has a tilt toward equities while maintaining a meaningful allocation to Islamic bonds (sukuk) for balance.

Composite historical returns

3 years: 11.2% p.a.
5 years: 9.4% p.a. 

SRI: 22%

Aggressive

This portfolio is more heavily weighted in equities, while still being complemented by Islamic bonds (sukuk). 

Composite historical returns

3 years: 13.9% p.a.
5 years: 12.5% p.a. 

SRI: 30%

Very aggressive

This portfolio is almost fully allocated to equities, with minimal allocation to Islamic bonds (sukuk).

Composite historical returns

3 years: 15.5% p.a.
5 years: 14.0% p.a. 

SRI: 36%

Past returns: Last 3 years figures are for the period 30 June 2022 to 30 June 2025, while 5 year figures are for the period 30 June 2020 to 30 June 2025, and are historical composite returns of underlying ETFs that form the portfolio. All returns shown are in MYR terms and calculated before fees, taxes and dividend reclaims. The performance figures also assume that any payouts or dividends were reinvested. Note that actual returns may deviate from the model portfolios for various reasons. These include when trades are executed, time zone differences, the daily volatility of re-optimisation and rebalancing, fees, and dividend taxes.
A note on annualised past returns: Annualised returns tells an investor the average return per year based on the number of years the portfolio has been managed. It differs from the annual performance of an investment, which can vary considerably from year to year. Past performance does not guarantee future performance. Before investing, we advise you to carefully consider your investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses, and if required, seek independent professional advice.

Your advantage with Shariah Global Portfolios


Smart, intelligent portfolios

Optimised access to Shariah-compliant opportunities across the world 

  • Choose from 4 risk levels to meet your different needs
  • Portfolios are automatically optimised by experts to seek optimal risk-adjusted returns in the long-term

Learn more about our intelligent investing framework →

Smart, intelligent portfolios

Built with cost-effective ETFs

Low fees, no hidden charges

Average expense ratio

0.4% p.a.

Base Currency 

USD

Recommended duration

3 years or longer

StashAway management fees

0.2% - 0.8% p.a.

Built with cost-effective ETFs

Islamic investing made simpler

  • Set up your portfolio in minutes
  • No minimum balance, no maximum investments, and no monthly requirements
  • No lock-in period
Islamic investing made simpler

Shariah-compliant, faith-aligned investing

Meet our Shariah Advisors

Your portfolio is reviewed and endorsed by Masryef Advisory, a leading Shariah advisory firm registered with the Securities Commission Malaysia. With decades of expertise in Islamic banking and finance, Masryef has advised banks, fintechs, and wealth managers, and was named Best Islamic Finance Consultancy Firm at the IFN Awards 2024.

Invest with confidence

Your portfolio is continuously reviewed to ensure it stays Shariah-compliant, filtering out riba (interest), maysir (speculation/gambling), haram sectors, and high-debt companies. 

Effortless investing, the Shariah-compliant way

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Effortless investing, the Shariah-compliant way
Effortless investing, the Shariah-compliant way

Frequently asked questions

Shariah Global Portfolios are globally diversified investment portfolios that comply with Islamic principles. These portfolios are managed using our intelligent investing framework, ERAA®, and only invest in Shariah-compliant ETFs across equities, Islamic bonds (sukuk), and gold. 

Each portfolio is reviewed and endorsed Shariah-compliant by Masryef Advisory, an independent Shariah advisor registered with the Securities Commission Malaysia.

The Shariah Global Portfolios follow globally recognised Islamic principles, which govern what types of financial activities are permissible (halal) and which are prohibited (haram) in Islam.

To ensure Shariah compliance, the portfolios are built using ETFs that pass strict Islamic screening standards and are endorsed by Masryef Advisory.

These exclude: 

  • Interest-based lending (riba). Investments that earn or pay interest are not allowed.
  • Gambling and speculation (maysir).  Businesses involving chance or uncertainty, such as casinos, lotteries, and highly speculative trades.
  • Prohibited industries. These portfolios screen out companies involved in alcohol & tobacco, pork-related products, adult entertainment, and weapons manufacturing

Financial purity filters

Even companies in permissible industries must pass financial health checks. 

  • A company’s total debt must be kept within specific thresholds.
  • Non-compliant income (example: incidental interest earned) must not exceed 5% of total revenue. 

Purification of non-compliant income

If a company generates a small portion of income from non-permissible sources, that portion is identified and purified. These ETFs calculate the amount attributable to non-compliant income and donate it to charitable causes, as endorsed by their respective Shariah boards. No action is required from you, this process is handled entirely within the portfolio.

In rare cases where a Shariah-compliant company earns a small amount of non-compliant income (e.g., from interest), that portion is identified and donated to charity through a process known as purification. This ensures the portfolio remains halal and ethically clean. 

The underlying ETFs calculate the amount attributable to non-compliant income and donates it to charitable causes, as endorsed by their respective Shariah boards. No action is required from you and this process is handled entirely within the portfolio.

Shariah Global Portfolios follow the same intelligent ERAA®-based investment strategy as our General Investing portfolios. The key differences are:

  • Shariah-compliance: All ETFs are screened to align with Islamic principles.
  • ETF selection: Portfolios invest in Shariah-compliant ETFs only.
  • Risk levels: You can choose from 4 risk levels (moderate, balanced, aggressive, and very aggressive), each designed to suit different investment goals and risk appetites.

Sukuk are Shariah-compliant investment instruments often referred to as Islamic bonds, but they differ fundamentally from non-Shariah bonds in how they generate returns and are structured.

Sukuk do not involve lending or interest. Instead, they represent partial ownership of a tangible asset, project, or business. The returns to investors come from profits generated by these assets, such as rental income or business revenue, not from interest payments. Upon maturing, the investor’s principal investment is repaid in full, in a similar manner to non-Shariah bonds, but without violating Islamic principles. 

Because sukuk are tied to economic activity and avoid excessive speculation or debt, they’re seen as a more ethical and stable alternative, not just for Muslim investors, but for anyone seeking risk-managed, asset-backed fixed income.