Are Utility Bills Deductible from My Business Zakat Calculation?

Yes, utility bills can be deducted from a business's Zakat calculation. 

These bills include expenses for electricity, water, gas, and other essential business services. They are considered liabilities that must be subtracted from your Zakatable assets.

However, remember that only utility bills due for payment within the current lunar year can be deducted. To avoid Zakat miscalculation, exclude any future payments from the calculation.

Key points to remember:

• Utility bills are deductible as liabilities in your Zakat calculation.
• Only bills due within the current lunar year should be deducted.
• Deducting valid liabilities helps reduce your Zakatable amount.

By deducting your current utility bills, you ensure a more accurate and fair Zakat calculation based on your actual financial obligations.

And Allah knows best!

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