[New] Ultimately, continued collaboration, innovation, and regulatory alignment will determine how effectively Islamic finance shapes a more ethical and resilient global economy.
Global Business Outlook
[New] There are hazards associated with the global spread of Islamic finance, especially in geopolitically unstable areas like the Middle East.
Global Business Outlook
[New] In parallel, the Islamic Finance Forum will highlight developments across Sharia-aligned markets, reflecting Dubai's established role as a global center for Islamic finance.
Big News Network.com
[New] Geopolitical risks, evolving Shariah requirements, oil price volatility, and greenwashing concerns could slow ESG sukuk issuance.
Middle East Insurance Review
[New] By the end of 2026, Islamic finance will likely be measured not just by its asset size, but by its leadership in the global transition toward ethical and sustainable banking.
Meta Lite Gulf
[New] Global investors, regardless of faith, are increasingly drawn to Shariah-compliant instruments because of their inherent focus on ethical risk-sharing and asset-backed transparency, which naturally complements sustainable finance goals.
Meta Lite Gulf
[New] The global Islamic finance growth trajectory remains resilient, with total assets projected to surpass the $6 trillion mark by the end of 2026.
Meta Lite Gulf
The projected growth of Islamic Finance assets to $7.5 trillion by 2028 presents a significant opportunity within its Standard Chartered business strategy.
matrixbcg.com
According to the 2025 Islamic Finance Development Indicator (IFDI) Report, industry assets reached US$ 5.98 trillion in 2024, marking a 21% annual growth, with projections of US$ 9.7 trillion by 2029 and sukuk issuance surpassing US$ 1 trillion.
BIBF - Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance
Indonesia is advancing regulatory frameworks with risk-sharing provisions in power purchase agreements, new ownership models, and policies that give value to carbon credits and other environmental attributes.
Ember
External funding from international financial institutions like the ADB, EBRD and the Islamic Development Bank (IDB) will drive growth in the construction and infrastructure industries of Kazakhstan over the next five years.
Roza.Pace@trade.gov
There's a risk sharing of the pipeline value, and CVRs seem to have played a role in quite a lot of the deals in 2025.
Pharmaceutical Technology
Partnerships with international financial institutions such as AfDB (African Development Bank), CAF (Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean) and ISDB (Islamic Development Bank) will extend project reach beyond Europe.
UIC Communications
Large for-profit college chains, especially Strayer University and the University of Phoenix, are likely to face significant risk-sharing penalties.
American Enterprise Institute - AEI
Innovative payment models, such as risk-sharing agreements for high-cost gene therapies, further demonstrate CVS's commitment to managing long-term financial risks.
Ainvest
Islamic finance assets reached US$ 5.98 trillion in 2024, a 21% year-on-year increase, and are projected to rise to US$ 9.7 trillion by 2029.
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Last updated: 22 January 2026
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