Bästa UAE Islamic podcaster (2024)

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Episode 34-Feeling the Heat: Gulf States and Climate Shifts 53:40

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Across the MENA region, environmental challenges are rising, but the six Gulf Arab states—Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Bahrain—are feeling the impact the most. With economies built on oil and gas, they’re now on the frontlines of climate change. COP28 in Dubai last year called for urgent action, but what are Gulf countries actual…

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Episode 33-Islamic Finance: Kazakhstan's Next Frontier 40:03

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Since 2009, Kazakhstan has been integrating Islamic finance into its economy to attract foreign investment and diversify its financial sector. Leading this effort is the Astana International Financial Centre, or AIFC, which aims to make Kazakhstan a financial bridge between East and West. With its strategic location and a growing Muslim population,…

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Episode 32-Building Trends: UAE & Saudi Real Estate Insights 52:18

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Dubai's real estate has surged in the past decade, driven by its strategic location and luxury demand. Abu Dhabi is advancing, and even smaller emirates like Ras Al Khaimah are attracting attention with new projects. Saudi Arabia is the major focus, with Vision 2030 transforming the real estate landscape through NEOM’s futuristic cities and ambitio…

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Episode 31-Pyramids of Pressure: Egypt's Economic Balance 57:53

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Egypt's economy is under intense pressure, with a currency crisis, soaring debt, rampant inflation, and a struggling private sector. But a major UAE investment in February 2024 and a recent IMF bailout offers hope. Plus, Egypt’s entry into BRICS in 2023 hints at a shift eastward. In our 31st episode, we spoke to Beth Morrissey, managing partner and…

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Episode 30- Inside the Gulf bonds bonanza 45:38

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According to Fitch, the GCC debt capital market has soared to nearly $1 trillion. In 1H24, GCC primary debt issuance reached $75.5bn compared to $54.8bn in the same period last year, representing a 38% increase, according to Markaz, a Kuwait-based financial institution. In the first five months of 2024, emerging market dollar debt issuance—excludin…

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Death, Inheritance, Divorce & Other Legal Matters as a UAE Expat | Samara Iqbal 47:45

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Samara Iqbal is a leading lawyer specialising in international family law, and if you thought normal divorce proceedings were complicated, wait until the sun, sand and sea of Dubai gets involved. From crazy stories of lawsuits by the dead to an expats legal checklist, you'll enjoy this.

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Episode 29-Exploring the GCC Private Credit Boom 51:48

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According to the IMF, private credit assets grew to $2.1 trillion globally in 2023. With banks less willing to lend to riskier firms in the US and Europe, private credit has stepped in as a key lender. In the GCC, private credit activity has surged, with financial institutions setting up new funds and financing transactions. Examples include Mubada…

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Episode 28-MENA VC Insights: Saudi surge and regional trends 38:51

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The Middle East, Pakistan and Turkey secured $665 million in funding in the first half of 2024, equating to an 18% drop from last year, according to Magnitt, a Dubai-based VC data platform. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia led the MENA region with $412 million in VC funding, despite a slight 7% decline. Investor numbers in the MENA increased by 33%, showing…

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Episode 27-Profit Over Principles? The Ethical Dilemma in Islamic Finance 1:04:21

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The modern Islamic finance industry has grown since the 1970s into a $5 trillion industry. Critics argue that despite its ethical roots, it often prioritizes shareholder returns over impact investing. Whilst Islamic finance shares principles with ethical finance, it usually focuses on profits rather than social and environmental outcomes. In our 27…

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Episode 26-Central Asia's Fintech Revolution 1:05:51

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Despite a young, tech-savvy, and predominantly Muslim population, Islamic finance in Central Asia remains small and underdeveloped. The region's financial services and fintech sectors also lag behind their global counterparts. In our 26th episode, we spoke to Abdullo Kurbanov, co-founder of Alif Bank, a leading challenger bank in Central Asia. Toda…

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Episode 25-Qatar's Next Play: From the World Cup to Future Growth 57:58

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Following the successful 2022 World Cup, Qatar is now focusing on diversifying its economy beyond hydrocarbons. In our 25th episode, we spoke to Akber Khan, Acting CEO of Al Rayan Investment, to discuss Qatar's post-World Cup strategy. In this episode, we covered several topics including: Qatar's economic landscape before the 2022 World Cup The cha…

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Episode 24-Bricks and Bytes: Iraq's Real Estate Tech Boom 1:06:36

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Real estate is becoming a major sector in Iraq's economy. According to Statista, a Germany-based market research and data company, it's the fourth largest among Arab countries and is expected to grow at a healthy rate of 6% over the next few years. In our 24th episode, we spoke to Mahdi Zewin, founder and managing director of Bayt Al Iraqi (BaytIra…

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Episode 23-Islamic Fintech: Navigating the Landscape and Challenges 48:49

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Over the past decade, digitalisation and technology have transformed financial services, including payments and interactions between customers and businesses. Islamic fintech aims to do the same but in a Sharia-compliant way. So, what makes Islamic fintech different? What challenges does it face, and what does its future look like? In our 23rd epis…

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Episode 22-Redefining Islamic Finance: The Tech Disruption 59:38

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Emerging technologies like cryptocurrency and blockchain are rapidly growing in financial services, including Islamic finance. These technologies promise to democratize and improve services, but some argue that Islamic finance still mirrors conventional products. In our 22nd episode we spoke to Khalid Howladar, Founder and Managing Partner of Acred…

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Episode 21-Gulf investment boom: Inside the rise of private capital 1:13:23

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In recent years, private capital and institutional finance in the Gulf have surged, with investors venturing into infrastructure and emerging areas like private credit and equity. This has attracted attention from major players like BlackRock, especially focusing on key Gulf markets such as Saudi Arabia. In our 21st episode, we spoke to Richard Ban…

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Episode 20-Turkey’s Economic Shift: Crisis or Comeback? 59:04

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Since the May 2023 Presidential elections, Turkey's economic policy has changed significantly. Mehmet Şimşek, now the finance minister, signals a return to orthodox economic policymaking. This includes raising interest rates and implementing key reforms. However, challenges persist with a weak currency, high inflation, and declining FDI. The March …

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Episode 19-Rising Down Under: Australia's Islamic Finance Landscape 56:26

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In recent years, Islamic finance has gained traction in Australia. With Muslims comprising 3.2% of the population and a median age of 27, their financial needs align closely with their religious beliefs. Moreover, Australia's trade with Muslim nations like Indonesia and the UAE underscore the growing importance of Islamic finance. Yet despite these…

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Episode 18-Libya Uncovered: Post-2011 Dive into Politics & Economics 1:10:44

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Since the 2011 revolution ousted long-time leader Muammar al Gaddafi, Libya has been in turmoil, with rival factions fighting for control amidst vast oil reserves. However, conflicts intensified notably after 2014, worsening the nation's instability. Last year, the IMF highlighted Libya's economic paradox: despite high GDP per capita, challenges pe…

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Episode 17-Charting Gulf Sovereign Wealth Funds 49:30

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Over the last two decades, sovereign wealth funds (SWFs), particularly those from the Gulf, have emerged as significant economic players. With Gulf SWFs holding nearly $4 trillion in assets, they wield considerable influence on both local and global economies, investing across sectors like finance, infrastructure, and even sports teams! But what hu…

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Episode 16-Venturing Forward: Unlocking the OIC's Venture Capital Potential 54:05

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In recent decades, the global venture capital industry has experienced a significant surge, propelling ground-breaking start-ups like Uber and Airbnb into mainstream recognition. Despite the promising emergence of venture capital hubs in OIC countries like Dubai, Pakistan, and Malaysia, challenges persist, including regulatory hurdles and restricte…

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Episode 15-Shifting Tides: Exploring de-dollarization and the rise of BRICS 1:13:56

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The shift from the US dollar to non-dollar currencies in trade, known as de-dollarization, impacts capital markets, global trade, and geopolitics. Moreover, the influence of BRICS, a coalition of major emerging economies, is reshaping the global economic landscape. With more nations exploring alternative currencies and key Islamic countries like Sa…

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Episode 14-Gulf Monarchies Unveiled: Power, Wealth and Global Influence 1:07:47

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The Arab monarchies of the Arabian Peninsula have become key players globally in politics, economics, and security, largely due to their extensive oil and gas reserves. With their substantial wealth, these Gulf states exert significant influence in energy markets and global investments. Furthermore, the hosting of major events like the 2022 World C…

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Episode 13-Unpacking Egypt's Economy 1:02:44

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Since 2011, Egypt has faced political and economic challenges, worsened by a surge in foreign debt and unfavourable policies. COVID-19 in 2020 and the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022 hit hard, especially as Egypt is the world's largest wheat importer. Today, Egypt is dealing with soaring inflation, a weakened currency, and heightened climate and ge…

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Episode 12-FDI Insight: OIC Economies 47:48

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Foreign direct investment or FDI is a vital driver of economic growth for many nations. This can be through job creation, tax revenue, and technology exchange. FDI also faces challenges including data collection accuracy, regulatory hurdles, and domestic economic policies. Despite its importance, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), repre…

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Starting & Growing Tajikistan's 1st Islamic Bank | Abdullo Kurbanov 42:09

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Entreprenuers rarely think about building banks, but Abdullo from Tajikistan is just built different. He, alongside his business partners, built and grew the first and one of the most successful islamic banks as well as some fintech companies in Central Asia. This is his story.______ 🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, Cur8 Capital 💌 Sign up to our email new…

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Episode 11-Turkey's economy: Past, Present and Future 1:01:50

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Since the Presidential elections in May 2023, Turkey has shifted back to orthodox economic policymaking. This included the appointment of Mehmet Şimşek, a well-respected figure, as finance minister, and adopting more conventional economic policies. With a renewed focus on containing inflation, stabilising the currency, and attracting foreign invest…

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Episode 10-Accelerating Iraq's Startup Revolution 47:40

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In our 10th episode, we spoke to Matteo Mantovani, co-founder of Baly, an Iraq-based ride-hailing and super app. Matteo has dedicated a significant portion of his career to Iraq's advancement, managing multimillion-dollar projects in Basra and overseeing critical infrastructure initiatives. As a co-founder of Baly, Matteo has observed first-hand Ir…

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Episode 9-Venture & Faith: Inside Tanzania's Financial Evolution 49:02

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In recent years, Tanzania's venture capital scene has been flourishing. In just 2022, the East African country reached a significant milestone, raising $24 million across 6 deals, according to Magnitt, a Dubai-based VC data platform. Industries like FinTech, Agriculture, and E-commerce have been driving this growth with numerous successful funding …

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Managing Generational Wealth, Mixing Family & Business, Millionaire's Investing Plan | Rizvan Khalid 52:31

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In this podcast, we speak to millionaire philanthropist Rizvan Khalid, Managing Director at Euro Quality Lambs, about everything from generational wealth and managing family trust funds to philanthropy and his millionaire investing strategies.For those wanting to create generational wealth, this is one you cannot miss. 🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, Cur…

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Episode 8-Exploring the MENA Capital Markets Landscape 1:08:08

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Over the past decade, Middle Eastern bond markets have experienced significant growth. With governments and corporates tapping into these markets, bonds have become an essential tool. In parallel, the emergence of private credit has added a new dimension to the region’s financial landscape. Furthermore, Islamic finance and sukuk in particular conti…

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Episode 7-Halal or Hype? Demystifying Islamic Finance 1:23:24

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Islamic finance has seen remarkable growth over the past couple of decades. Its principles have gained traction not only in Muslim-majority nations but also in non-Muslim countries. However, despite its growing popularity and an industry worth an estimated $4 trillion, questions persist regarding the authenticity of Islamic finance. For example, wh…

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Dr Sohail Hanif | What Zakat Really Means 2:51:50

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🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, Cur8 Capital - https://cur8.capitalWe all think of zakat as just a mandatory charity for those with more wealth than others, but it is so much more. Prepare to really understand Zakat like never before as well as how it was meant to and can be used in this 3 HOUR long deep dive with an expert! 💌 Sign up to our email newsle…

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Episode 6-Greenwashing or Genuine? Decoding ESG, SRI, and Islamic Finance 1:13:42

7M ago1:13:42

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Over the past decade, the financial world has undergone a notable transformation, marked by the substantial rise of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and Socially Responsible Investing (SRI). This surge has not only reshaped the financial landscape but has also brought integrating ethical considerations into investment strategi…

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Shahzad Younas | Muzz a Muslim Tinder? Match Group Saga, Beef with Penny Appeal, Startup to Matchmaking Juggernaut 53:34

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In this episode, we get the founder of Muzz (formerly MuzMatch), the largest Muslim matrimonial app in the world to talk about marriage apps, Gaza as well as his various beefs with Penny Appeal, Match Group and Asim Qureshi. For Penny Appeal Rebuttal see here: https://pennyappeal.org/news/setting-record-straight…

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Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam | Taqlid, Ijtihad, the Hanafi Madhhab and Mixing between Different Opinions 1:03:51

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🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, ⁠Cur8 Capital⁠ We speak to the Director of @DarulIftaaUK , Mufti Muhammad ibn Adam Al-Kawthari - an expert in Fiqh and legal rulings according to the Hanafi school about some burning questions discussed by many today. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email ⁠newsletter⁠ 🌍 Our ⁠website⁠ 📕 Order ⁠our book⁠…

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Episode 5-Beyond the Mirage: Saudi Arabia's Economic Revolution 59:50

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Since 2016, under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia has been experiencing something of an economic transformation. At the heart of this shift is Vision 2030, an ambitious and visionary plan for a post-oil economy. As the world's largest oil exporter, Saudi Arabia is an important country. Its economic transformation ha…

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Sunny Araf | The 8-Figures SECURITY-GUARD, PRACTICAL ADVICE How He Did it and How YOU Can too 50:23

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🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, ⁠Cur8 Capital⁠ In this episode, we speak to Sunny Araf - featured in The Times' Top 50 Entrepreneurs - about what becoming an entrepreneur really means. Join us for a deep dive into his story. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email ⁠newsletter⁠ 🌍 Our ⁠website⁠ 📕 Order ⁠our book⁠

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Omar Hamdi | Moving His Business to Dubai, Why Businesses FAIL and Pursuing Entrepreneurship 51:12

8M ago51:12

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🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, ⁠Cur8 Capital⁠ In this podcast, we interview Omar Hamdi, famous stand-up comedian and BBC presenter turned PR CEO, about his journey to entrepreneurship, Dubai from the perspective of businesses and real life lessons. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email ⁠newsletter⁠ 🌍 Our ⁠website⁠ 📕 Order ⁠our book⁠…

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Harris Irfan | Islamic Banking is an Oxymoron, Bitcoin for the Khilafah, Overthrowing the System 1:10:05

8M ago1:10:05

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🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, ⁠Cur8 Capital⁠ In today's episode, we get the veteran of Islamic Banking Harris Irfan for a deep dive on everything wrong with the financial system today, its alternatives and what the future holds. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email ⁠newsletter⁠ 🌍 Our ⁠website⁠ 📕 Order ⁠our book⁠…

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Episode 4-Navigating Iraq's emerging tech ecosystem 48:25

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Unlike other countries in the region, Iraq does not have a thriving start-up ecosystem and largely goes unnoticed by most regional or international venture capital investors. However, an increase in new start-ups, an improving political and security environment as well as an improving economy could change this in the coming years. The year 2022 was…

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Fixing the Global Financial System, A Modern Islamic (RIBA-FREE) Economy | Ibrahim Khan 55:14

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🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, ⁠Cur8 Capital⁠ We all see this Riba-filled economy and ask ourselves if there's a way to change the system? Ibrahim decided to answer that question by writing a 13,000 word whitepaper on the topic, but for those of you who want the executive summary, Khizar flips the table and interviews Ibrahim in this episode of the IFG …

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Ruggiero Lomonaco Pt 2 | Why Dubai IS the Best, Saving MY Family from Hell, Countries to Invest In 54:09

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Invest with us at Cur8 CapitalWe've bought back our most popular guest Ruggiero, an expert in Islamic Finance, and this time we talk about his move to Dubai, get some investment thoughts from a seasoned veteran and get really personal on his reversion journey by discussing his family. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email ⁠newsletter⁠ 🌍 Our ⁠website⁠ 📕 O…

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Episode 3-Uzbekistan's Economic Evolution 54:05

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Located on the ancient Silk Road crossing Central Asia and South Asia, Uzbekistan has a deep historical legacy and rich culture. Over the past six years, Uzbekistan has engaged in a reform agenda and has been a success both in economics and foreign direct investment. Despite impressive growth, the country faces domestic challenges as well as broade…

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Shaykh Navaid Aziz | Gaza Crisis, Canadian Muslims vs UK Muslims, Paradigms of Wealth in Islam 1:05:54

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🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, Cur8 Capital In this episode, we have Imam Navaid Aziz all the way from Canada 🇨🇦 (who actually is a seasoned investor as well) over to discuss a range of topical issues that many, if not all, of us are thinking. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email newsletter 🌍 Our website 📕 Order our book…

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Episode 2-Kuwait Unveiled: decoding politics, economics, public debt law and more 52:48

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Despite possessing 7% of the world's oil reserves and housing one of the largest sovereign wealth funds globally, the spotlight on Kuwait often dims in comparison to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, or Qatar. In our second episode, we had a conversation with Issam Al Tawari, a Kuwaiti banker and academic. He has a wealth of experience in debt markets, financ…

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Sami Hamdi | Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions? How to truly economically help the Palestinians 1:14:50

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🙆🏻‍♂️ Our investment arm, Cur8 CapitalPolitical commentator Sami Hamdi joins us for an insightful and informative deep dive into the economics of the Israel-Gaza conflict and how we Muslims can actually make a difference. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email newsletter - https://www.islamicfinanceguru.com/subscribe 🌍 Our website - https://www.islamicfin…

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Pilot episode-A deep dive into the history and practice of Islamic finance 2:05:58

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The global Islamic finance industry is set to reach $4 trillion by 2026, according to some studies. In our pilot episode we deep dive into the history of Islamic finance and look at its practice in the real world. Ryan Calder is assistant professor of sociology and director of the Program in Islamic Studies at Johns Hopkins University. His first bo…

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Sultan Choudhury | Building the 1st UK Islamic Bank, Islamic Mortgages DISSECTED, Al-Rayan Analysed 1:21:30

11M ago1:21:30

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Join us in this exciting episode as we literally hear it from the horse's mouth, Sultan Choudhury - a leader in Islamic Finance in the UK and an exec level insider who spills the tea on Islamic banking, halal mortgages and more... Don't miss this one. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email newsletter - https://www.islamicfinanceguru.com/subscribe 🌍 Our we…

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Jennifer Ogunyemi | The Black Muslim Experience, Muslim Women in Business and Managing Family Life 44:14

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Join us in this conversation with Jennifer Ogunyemi, CEO of Sisters In Business, an organisation dedicated to encouraging entrepreneurship amongst Muslim women. Learn more about Sisters in Business: https://www.sistersinbusiness.co.uk -------- 💌 Sign up to our email newsletter - https://www.islamicfinanceguru.com/subscribe 🌍 Our website - https://w…

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Smile to Jannah | Monetising Islamic Content, YouTube Dawah Scene & A Lesson in Investing 48:41

12M ago48:41

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The Islamic Finance Guru meets YouTube Dawah Guru, Zeeshan Ali from Smile to Jannah in an episode exploring online dawah, monetising Islamic content and a bonus 10-minute overview on the basics of investing. -------- 💌 Sign up to our email newsletter - https://www.islamicfinanceguru.com/subscribe 🌍 Our website - https://www.islamicfinanceguru.com 📕…

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