Subjects:

Islamic Law, Middle East, Other Jurisdictions

Contents:

Glossary.

1. Introduction.

2. The Economic System.

3. Financial Contracting and Riba (interest).

4. Financial Instruments.

5. Financial Intermediation.

6. The Islamic Financial System.

7. Islamic Financial Services Industry.

8. Capital Markets.

9. Financial Engineering.

10. Risk Management of Islamic Financial Institutions.

11. Regulation of Islamic Financial Institutions.

12. Corporate Governance.

13. Globalization and Challenges for Islamic Finance.

References.

Bibliography.

Index.

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This book explains the fundamental principles and functions of an economic, banking and financial system operating under Shariah. Numerous tenets of Islam - from social justice, equality, preservation of property rights, sanctity of contracts and the problem of Riba (interest) - are discussed with relation to the economic behaviour of individuals, society and state.

An Introduction to Islamic Finance:Theory and Practice offers a comprehensive and practical guide for anyone interested in Islamic Finance and Banking, and the enourmous potential it holds.