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Halal Investment Options: Opportunities for Ethical Capital Allocation
Halal investments, compliant with Sharia principles, are gaining traction not only among Muslims but also among investors seeking ethical and sustainable financial instruments. In 2025, the global Islamic asset market is valued at $5 trillion, growing at 15–25% annually. This article explores key halal investment options, their features, and prospects, based on the latest data. […]
Islamic Finance in Russia: Development, Challenges, and Prospects
Islamic finance, grounded in Sharia principles, is gaining momentum worldwide, and Russia is actively joining this trend. Since 2023, the country has been conducting an experiment to introduce partner financing compliant with Islamic law. This article explores the current state of Islamic finance in Russia, key achievements, challenges, and prospects for 2025, drawing on the […]
Islamic Finance and Social Responsibility: A Comprehensive Perspective
Islamic finance is not merely a system of interest-free transactions governed by Sharia law—it is a deeply ethical economic model that prioritizes justice, sustainability, and social welfare. Unlike conventional systems that often measure success solely by profit margins, Islamic finance integrates moral accountability into every financial activity, ensuring that all transactions promote the public good […]
Sukuk: The Prospects of Islamic securities in Global Financial Markets
Islamic finance has moved beyond being a niche alternative—it is becoming a key component of the global financial architecture. At the heart of this system lies sukuk, or Islamic securities, a kind of bond analogue, which are structured to comply with the principles of Sharia. Unlike conventional bonds that are based on interest (riba), sukuk […]
Takaful: Advantages and Differences from Conventional Insurance
What is Takaful? Takaful is an Islamic insurance system compliant with Sharia principles. The term comes from the Arabic word “takafala,” meaning mutual responsibility. Participants contribute to a shared fund. This fund covers claims during insured events. The system avoids interest, gambling, and uncertainty, prohibited in Islam. Takaful is built on mutual help and cooperation. […]
Riba and Haram: Key Restrictions in Islamic Finance
Islamic finance is built on Shariah principles, ensuring fairness and ethics. Two central restrictions are riba (interest) and haram (prohibited activities). These concepts set Islamic finance apart from conventional systems. Understanding riba and haram helps investors and clients comply with religious norms. This article explains these restrictions in detail. You’ll learn how they shape financial […]
Murabaha vs Musharaka: What Should an Investor Choose?
Islamic finance is growing due to its ethical and Shariah-compliant nature. Murabaha and musharaka are two key tools attracting investors. They differ in structure, risks, and potential returns. This article explores both methods in detail. You’ll learn their features, benefits, and drawbacks. This will help you make an informed decision. Investors can select the tool […]
How Capital Attraction Methods Drive Islamic Banking Growth
Sharia-compliant capital attraction methods are pivotal in driving Islamic banking growth, excluding riba (interest) and haram (prohibited industries). Mechanisms like mudarabah, musharakah, murabahah, ijarah, sukuk, and digital tools fuel the sector’s expansion, with assets reaching $4.5 trillion in 2022, per ICD-Refinitiv. Statista projects growth to $6.7 trillion by 2027, while Market Data Forecast estimates a […]
Why Is the Islamic Banking Sector Growing Faster Than Traditional Banking?
The Islamic banking sector is outpacing traditional finance with remarkable momentum. In 2022, global Islamic finance assets hit $4.5 trillion, per ICD-Refinitiv, with projections to reach $6.7 trillion by 2027, per Statista. Its compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10% for 2023–2030, per Market Data Forecast, surpasses traditional banking’s 6–7%, per World Bank. What drives […]