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It has been suggested that a global standard be set for Shariah scholars. If accepted, these examinations
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| 3-Mar-2010, Volume7.Issue09, IFN Forum |
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Recently, regulatory organizations issued new standards to breed sounder financial practices within Islamic financial institutions (IFIs). However, these IFIs still have the autonomy to follow their own practices. What then influences IFIs to adhere to regulators` standards and what is the purpose of the membership if these standards are not regularly followed?
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| 17-Feb-2010, Volume7.Issue07, IFN Forum |
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The benefit of issuing Sukuk that complies with Rule 144A is that it can be marketed in the US.
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| 3-Feb-2010, Volume7.Issue05, IFN Forum |
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What are the necessary steps and precautions that the Islamic finance industry must take in 2010 in order to remain sustainable and adaptable in the global financial system?
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| 20-Jan-2010, Volume7.Issue03, IFN Forum |
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What in your mind were the key developments in the Islamic finance industry in 2009? What were the major issues, and what lessons can we learn from them? What do you think 2010 holds in store for the industry?
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| 6-Jan-2010, Volume7.Issue01, IFN Forum |
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Lately, more GCC banks are operating in Southeast Asia. This signals a higher level of cross-border initiatives. However, the flow is seemingly not equal, that is, we do not see as many Asian banks operating in the GCC. What are the reasons for the imbalance in presence? And will this trend continue for the foreseeable future?
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| 11-Dec-2009, Volume6.Issue49, IFN Forum |
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What benefits, if any, are Islamic financial institutions gaining from participating in Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI), Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB) or International Islamic Financial Market (IIFM) memberships? Please discuss.
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| 27-Nov-2009, Volume6.Issue47, IFN Forum |
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Islamic forex hedging transactions involve tangible assets and the exchange of commodities, which are essential to the underlying contract. Is hedging useful in financial risk management and to what extent can it be used to enhance returns?
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| 13-Nov-2009, Volume6.Issue45, IFN Forum |
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Economists view the establishment of mega Islamic banks as a mechanism to improve the Islamic finance industry. Will these banks play a role in overcoming the challenges faced by the industry? And, does jurisdiction or size matter in spurring a new era of growth for Islamic financial institutions?
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| 30-Oct-2009, Volume6.Issue43, IFN Forum |
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Global experts have warned that the push to clear over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives through central counterparties (CCPs) could become a new form of risk in the financial system. Will CCP risk become a threat to the Islamic finance industry? What are the safeguards needed?
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| 16-Oct-2009, Volume6.Issue41, IFN Forum |
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Some argue that numerous products available in the Islamic space are cloaked as being Shariah compliant. Should the industry demand Shariah-based products? Discuss.
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| 2-Oct-2009, Volume6.Issue39, IFN Forum |
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As recent defaults have marred the Islamic finance industry, and question marks loom over other past issuances, transparency remains a great concern. How reliable are credit ratings within the Islamic finance industry? Are the current methodologies adopted adequate and what could and should be introduced to improve this?
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| 18-Sep-2009, Volume6.Issue37, IFN Forum |
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Has the inherent conservatism of many Islamic banks caused them to hoard cash, thereby restraining their growth and holding the industry back? Worse, is this harming the recovery?
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| 4-Sep-2009, Volume6.Issue35, IFN Forum |
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From late next year, AAOIFI will declare which products are Shariah compliant. It contends that the huge gap in the market regarding what is Shariah compliant and what is not has prompted it to act. How will this impact on product variation and innovation? With AAIOFI’s Shariah board having the final say, what becomes of the other Shariah boards?
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| 21-Aug-2009, Volume6.Issue33, IFN Forum |
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The UAE central bank has directed banks, including Islamic financial institutions, to take provisions of up to 75% against their exposure to the troubled Saad and Algosaibi groups over two years. Is the central bank being overcautious? Or is this an indication that the financial environment in the Gulf could deteriorate even further?
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| 7-Aug-2009, Volume6.Issue31, IFN Forum |
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Will Islamic standard-setting bodies, like AAOIFI and IFSB, continue to be relevant as Islamic financial institutions become more mainstream and are subjected to regulation by international standard-setting bodies? Is convergence of accounting and other standards the key? If so, is this feasible?
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| 24-Jul-2009, Volume6.Issue29, IFN Forum |
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The Saudi government is attempting to rekindle the country’s moribund mortgage market by introducing new laws and setting up a Fannie Mae-style mortgage financing firm. How effective are these moves expected to be, and are they sufficient? What impact will this strategy have in sparking a Gulf wide revival of the mortgage market?
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| 9-Jul-2009, Volume6.Issue27, IFN Forum |
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The international Islamic money markets remain a figment of our imagination. The present markets aren’t making any headway beyond their national borders, so what needs to be done to turn this vision into reality?
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| 26-Jun-2009, Volume6.Issue25, IFN Forum |
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What are the consequences and significance of the UAE’s withdrawal from the GCC monetary union? What effect will it have on investors’ confidence, the goal of a single currency, and the overall Islamic finance industry?
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| 12-Jun-2009, Volume6.Issue23, IFN Forum |
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The International Council of Fiqh Academy recently resolved that the simultaneous use of classic Tawarruq and Reversed Tawarruq were not permissible despite it being a popular structure within the Islamic financial industry, particularly in the Middle East. What effect will this resolution have on the industry?
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| 29-May-2009, Volume6.Issue21, IFN Forum |
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