Download or read book Islamic Finance for Small Business written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Hussein Elasrag. This book was released on 2018-02-12 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this book is to investigate the opportunities of development and growth as well as the main challenges to Islamic finance for Small Business.
Download or read book Unlocking the Potential of Islamic Finance for SME s written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Hussein Elasrag. This book was released on 2022-03-08 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) make up the bulk of the economic tissue of the economy. In developing countries, they represent the majority of employment, including female employment. Investing in SMEs is a long-term and smart strategy, with sustainable returns that multiply across regions, countries and societies. SMEs constitute the overwhelming majority of firms. Globally, SMEs make up over 95% of all firms, account for approximately 50% of GDP and 60%–70% of total employment, when both formal and informal SMEs are taken into account. This amounts to between 420 million and 510 million SMEs,310 million of which are in emerging markets. Promoting access to finance for SMEs has been on the global reform agenda since the global financial crisis. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the opportunities of development and growth as well as the main challenges to Islamic finance for SMEs.
Download or read book Financing Small and Medium Enterprises written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-10-05 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite their importance, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) still face several problems, such as, in particular, access to finance, which is a typical challenge in developing countries. Islamic bank financing products may help to solve this problem. The main principal of the Islamic financial system can be summarized in the following: prohibition of interest, risk sharing, prohibition of activities with element of uncertainty, prohibition of gambling activities, prohibition of the production and sale of goods and services that are prohibited in Islam, sanctity of contracts, moral dimension and zakah. The aim of this book is to study the developmental role of small and medium enterprises. Moreover, attempts to investigate the challenges and limitations facing the use of Islamic finance to promote Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). finally, this book presents opportunities for Islamic banks in resolving the funding gap faced by small and medium enterprises.
Download or read book Islamic Finance for Small and Medium Enterprises written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-09-15 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are important for the economy, the Islamic banks and Islamic financial institutions must play a significant role in financing these businesses. Supporting SMEs are one of the objectives of religious institutions, thus the most important goal of Islamic banks and Islamic financial institutions is to contribute to the economic and social development of the society. This study aims to analyze the appropriateness of the Islamic financial system for SME finance.
Download or read book Islamic finance for SME s written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Hussein Elasrag. This book was released on 2016-09-15 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: According to several research studies in the last decade there are greater opportunities for development and growth of Islamic financial system because Muslim community is eager to take financial products and they are willing to spend their lives according to their religion. Islamic Finance is a promising solution to SMEs to meet the requirements of formal financing. And can prove particularly effective to facilitate access to finance for SMEs. Although there is a wealth of literature around Islamic finance and around finance in general for SMEs, literature that draws and connects these two areas together is limited. The purpose of this book is to investigate the opportunities of development and growth as well as the main challenges to Islamic finance for SMEs. This book will help to deepen understanding of the concepts of Islamic finance as well as SMEs. In addition to evaluate how Islamic financial institutions can support SMEs.
Download or read book Islamic Finance for SMEs written by Hussein Elasrag and published by . This book was released on 2022-05-17 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite their importance, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) still face several problems, such as, in particular, access to finance, which is a typical challenge in developing countries. Islamic bank financing products may help to solve this problem. The main principal of the Islamic financial system can be summarized in the following: prohibition of interest, risk sharing, prohibition of activities with element of uncertainty, prohibition of gambling activities, prohibition of the production and sale of goods and services that are prohibited in Islam, sanctity of contracts, moral dimension and zakah. The aim of this book is to study the developmental role of small and medium enterprises. Moreover, attempts to investigate the challenges and limitations facing the use of Islamic finance to promote Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). finally, this book presents opportunities for Islamic banks in resolving the funding gap faced by small and medium enterprises.
Download or read book Islamic Finance for Small and Medium Enterprises SME s written by Hussein Elasrag and published by . This book was released on 2016-10-29 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are important for the economy, the Islamic banks and Islamic financial institutions must play a significant role in financing these businesses. Supporting SMEs are one of the objectives of religious institutions, thus the most important goal of Islamic banks and Islamic financial institutions is to contribute to the economic and social development of the society. This study aims to analyze the appropriateness of the Islamic financial system for SME finance.
Download or read book Islamic Banking written by and published by UN. This book was released on 2009 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is part of the International Trade Centre's (ITC) Trade Finance programme, which provides assistance to help small firms in developing countries develop their capacities to link to global markets through exports. It is intended primarily for trade support institutions of developing countries, and owners or finance managers of small firms. The aim is to help these firms decide whether Islamic banking options are feasible for them, and how to use them. This guide intends to help the non-specialist reader understand and use Islamic finance. Part I - Understanding Islamic Finance - covers the key principles and perspectives of Islamic banking relevant to small firms. Part II - Using Islamic Finance - consists of a 'how to' guide to use Islamic banking instruments for specific transactions.
Download or read book How Islamic Finance Can Grow Smes written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-09-12 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Despite their importance, SMEs still face many problems, such as, in particular, access to finance, a typical challenge in developing countries. Islamic banking finance products may help solve this problem. The main principle of the Islamic financial system can be summarized as follows: prohibition of interest and risk sharing and prohibition of activities with the element of uncertainty and prohibition of gambling activities and ban production and sale of prohibited goods and services in Islam. The sanctity of contracts and the moral dimension and zakat. The aim of this book is to study the developmental role of small and medium enterprises. Moreover, the attempts to investigate the challenges and constraints facing the use of Islamic finance to promote small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Finally, this book attempts to answer the question of how Islamic institutions can solve the financing gap facing small and medium enterprises.
Download or read book Financing SMEs An Islamic Perspective written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Hussein Elasrag. This book was released on 2022-02-24 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The lack of funding is one of the most important constraints faced by SMEs. Marketing and administrative barriers, the lack of an integrated accounting system, shortage of trained manpower, institutional constraints and government legislation are also limitations faced by the SMEs.This book will try to give hints and insights into this, and to present some of the Islamic financial instruments that are being supplied by the market for the financing of SMEs.
Download or read book Venture Capital Islamic Finance and SMEs written by M. Durrani and published by Springer. This book was released on 2006-01-17 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how the venture capital sector supports growth and development of SMEs. The text draws from major international empirical studies in Indian and Islamic industries to analyse techniques used by venture capitalists to value, structure and monitor investments. This book is essential for students, policy makers and practitioners.
Download or read book Financing SMEs written by Hussein Elasrag and published by . This book was released on 2022-05-11 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the SMEs are important for the economy, the Islamic banks and Islamic financial institutions must play a significant role in financing these businesses. Supporting SMEs are one of the objectives of religious institutions, thus the most important goal of Islamic banks and Islamic financial institutions is to contribute to the economic and social development of the society. The main principal of the Islamic financial system can be summarized in the following: prohibition of interest, risk sharing, prohibition of activities with element of uncertainty, prohibition of gambling activities, prohibition of the production and sale of goods and services that are prohibited in Islam, sanctity of contracts, moral dimension and zakah. The aim of this book is to study the developmental role of small and medium enterprises. Moreover, attempts to investigate the challenges and limitations facing the use of Islamic finance to promote Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). finally, this book presents opportunities for Islamic banks in resolving the funding gap faced by small and medium enterprises.
Download or read book Handbook of Research on Theory and Practice of Global Islamic Finance written by Rafay, Abdul and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2019-12-27 with total page 888 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As an emerging global phenomenon, Islamic economics and the financial system has expanded exponentially in recent decades. Many components of the industry are still unknown, but hopefully, the lack of awareness will soon be stilled. The Handbook of Research on Theory and Practice of Global Islamic Finance provides emerging research on the latest global Islamic economic practices. The content within this publication examines risk management, economic justice, and stock market analysis. It is designed for financiers, banking professionals, economists, policymakers, researchers, academicians, and students interested in ideas centered on the development and practice of Islamic finance.
Download or read book Unlocking the Potential of Islamic Finance for Small Business written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-11-05 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Promoting access to finance for Small and Medium Enterprises SMEs has been on the global reform agenda since the global financial crisis. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the opportunities of development and growth as well as the main challenges to Islamic finance for SMEs.
Download or read book Islamic Finance in Sub Saharan Africa written by Mr.Enrique Gelbard and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2014-08-11 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Islamic finance is a fast growing activity in world markets. This paper provides a survey on Islamic Finance in SSA. Ongoing activities include Islamic banking, sukuk issuances (to finance infrastructure projects), Takaful (insurance), and microfinance. While not yet significant in most Sub-Saharan countries, several features make Islamic finance instruments relevant to the region, in particular the ability to foster SMEs and micro-credit activtities. As a first step, policy makers could introduce Islamic financing windows within the conventional system and facilitate sukuk issuance to tap foreign investors. The entrance of full-fleged Islamic banks require addressing systemic issues, and adapting the crisis management and resolution frameworks. The IMF can play a role by sharing international experiences and providing advice on supervisory and regulatory frameworks as needed.
Download or read book Islamic Finance for Micro and Medium Enterprises written by Mohammed Obaidullah and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Applying blockchain on Islamic Financing for SMEs written by Hussein Elasrag and published by Hussein Elasrag. This book was released on 2022-02-20 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this book is to investigate the opportunities of development and growth as well as the main challenges for Islamic Financing for SMEs. The book focuses on analyzing the innovative technology Blockchain and the potential of blockchain-based applications to Islamic Financing for SMEs. The main objectives were to define how blockchain can change the Islamic Finance industry. The book discussed the various interesting applications of blockchain in Islamic finance that can bring different benefits. The book also shed light on the challenges facing Applying Blockchains for Islamic finance. This book will help to deepen understanding of the concepts of blockchain as well as SMEs. In addition to evaluate how blockchain can support Islamic Financing for SMEs .
