Islamic Finance For Dummies

The global Islamic finance market has grown about 15 percent in each of the past three years, and is now worth about $700 billion worldwide. Islamic Finance For Dummies helps experienced practitioners and new entrants quickly get up–to–speed in the practice of Islamic finance, highlighting investment opportunities for both Muslims and non–Muslims alike. The book teaches investors and financiers the basic concepts and methods of this banking system and offers practical tips on incorporating Islamic finance concepts into their own investments. Readers will discover the objectives and sources of Islamic law and the basic guidelines for business contacts; learn about Islamic fund management and insurance; evaluate and implement the Islamic banking model; understand the risks and rewards; see how Islamic finance influences the development of the financial system and of economies; consider the future prospects and opportunities of the Islamic finance industry; and much more.