Ahmed Bin Sulayem, DMCC's executive chairman
Investors in the Middle East can now buy a gold exchange-traded commodity that complies with Islamic law. Writer Mike Imeson

Innovative sharia-compliant products are sparking global interest, and in the constrained financial climate they are catering to customers' growing risk aversion. Writer James Gavin

Having already introduced many tax and business incentives, Malaysia is consolidating its position as an up-and-coming hub for Islamic finance. Its policies reflect the belief that developing the sector is crucial to the country's future success. Writer Geraldine Lambe

As global market volatility reaches extreme levels and most asset classes suffer heavy losses, bankers are engaged in the arduous work of finding sharia-compliant ways to offer companies and investors some protection. Writer Philip Alexander.

The worldwide movement of workers is driving a growing market in money transfers and related services, and banks are searching out new ways to cater to customers who require Islamic finance, both at home and abroad. Writer Joseph DiVannaa.

Islamic banks’ ability to withstand the global downturn has fuelled an expansion of Islamic finance around the world. But most institutions are taking a measured approach to growth. Writer Joseph DiVanna.

As turmoil in the banking industry intensifies, the appeal of Islamic finance and its risk-sharing approach is growing. Yet to bring Islamic structures into the mainstream, a workable infrastructure must be established. The Banker brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss the key considerations.

As the banking industry descends into ever-deeper gloom, the more ethical, risk-sharing approach offered by the Islamic finance industry is attracting an increasing amount of attention. The Banker’s Top 500 Islamic Financial Institutions ranking lists the sector’s key players.
By Stephen Timewell & Joseph DiVanna