Hasad (destructive envy) means wishing that a blessing that Allah has bestowed on the envied person be taken away.

Characteristics of a Muslim businessman are: 1- Trade should not distract him from remembering Allah; 2- He should seek that which is permissible; 3 -He should keep away from dubious matters; 4- He should strive to be sincere and honest, and to fear Allah; 5- He should not neglect charity; 6- He should be lenient and easy-going; 7- He should give respite to one who is in difficulty, and reduce or wave his debt; 8- He should stay away prohibited transactions.