Introducing the Concept of Halal Reputation Capital
Introduction A robust halal reputation holds both intangible and tangible advantages in Muslim markets, resonating with stakeholders such as Muslim consumers, societies, employees, and shareholders. Building a strong halal reputation is essential for fostering positive sentiments toward the organisation and its brands at various levels, ensuring sustainability and market presence. Beyond the direct impact on sales, a solid halal reputation attracts top-tier talent and garners positive social media coverage. This corporate standing should be considered a vital component of market capitalisation, coining the term “halal reputation capital,” which proves to be invaluable for companies, ranging from millions for local enterprises to billions for multinational corporations. Surprisingly, most businesses operating in Muslim markets lack strategies to measure and fortify their halal reputation capital. Why Halal Reputation Capital Matters In the past decade, numerous local and international b...