that the merchandise is estimated in value with what 
is used to buy, in accordance with the purchase price, 
because the niṣāb of merchandise is based on the 
purchase price. In relation to the calculation of zakat 
and niṣāb, the author prefers the approach of the 
Shafi'iyyah. The purchase price is certain and has 
occurred, while the estimated current value is 
approximate and there is a possibility of not being 
realized. Benston mentioned that fair values other 
than level 1 (quotation prices in active markets) 
enable for manipulation and are not easy to verify. 
Zakat should be based on a more certain basic value. 
In addition, matching between business practices 
and markets cannot always be done, because some 
types of businesses are not market-based, so it is not 
easy to get an estimate of the current value.   
Based on the discussion on the issue of the 
relevance and reliability of financial reporting above, 
there is enough evidence that the use of historical 
costs is still relevant and can be accepted in the 
sharia perspective. Following the concept promoted 
by the Shafi'iya, the measurement of assets should 
be based on historical value. This is considered more 
beneficial, especially if it is associated with the 
calculation of zakat. 
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