What is the ruling concerning transactions that fall within the normal margin of trade fluctuation (taghabun)?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Agency

Book 19 · Issue 3 · Bab 1

Open in Qurani

Primary text

Transactions conducted within the customary margin of trade fluctuation are overlooked and forgiven, provided the principal did not set a specific price. This is because such fluctuations are conventionally considered part of the market price, and complete avoidance is impossible.