Shariah-Compliant Alternative Investments: Insights with Sheikh Isam Ishaq

In this episode of Arcapita Perspectives, we dive into the world of Islamic finance with a focus on Shari’ah-compliant alternative investments. Our host, Mohammed Chowdhury, is joined by the distinguished Shari’ah scholar, Sheikh Isam Ishaq, who’s a member of the Shari’ah Board of the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) and serves on several Shari’ah Supervisory Boards for Islamic banks and financial institutions.
Throughout the conversation, Sheikh Isam provides his valuable insights on a variety of topics relating to Islamic finance including:
The origins of Islamic banking and its focus on investment banking.
The difference between advising retail banks and alternative investment firms.
Substance vs. form in Islamic finance and ensuring Shari’ah compliance.
The Islamic perspective on cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and the challenges they present.
The importance of green and ethical investing (ESG) in Islamic finance.
This episode provides a rich discussion on how Islamic finance adapts to modern financial challenges while adhering to Shari’ah principles, thus presenting answers to a number of questions or misconceptions around Shari’ah-compliant alternative investments. Join us as we explore the ethical and resilient nature of Islamic finance and its role in wealth creation and poverty eradication.

[@asifosman]

Shk Isam's explanations are always clear and he understands modern business.

[@naimhashem4734]

بارك الله فيك my two favorite people I look upto may Allah bless you both for the good you spread

[@mohammadbelgami3082]

Shaikh’s explanation is lucid and very clear. He does explain complex transactions and contracts in a very easy to understand way. Kudos to Shaik.

[@zaiehamzah9512]

Shaykh Isam’s explanation of these complex issues enables a layperson like me to understand them easily. That is no easy feat. Shows his depth of knowledge in both finance and Islam. Mā shā Allāh ❤