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020 _a9780470828083 (hbk.)
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100 1 _aIqbal, Zamir
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245 1 3 _aAn introduction to Islamic finance :
_btheory and practice /
_cZamir Iqbal
250 _a2nd ed.
260 _aSingapore :
_bWiley,
_cc2011.
300 _axiv, 406 p. :
_bill. ;
_c24 cm.
500 _aPrevious ed.: 2007.
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
520 _aThe first book to offer comprehensive coverage of Islamic finance and banking and its applications to the rest of the world, now fully revised and updated The ongoing international financial crisis has reignited debate over the development of a risk-sharing financial system, such as that required in Shariah Law. An Introduction to Islamic Finance: Theory and Practice, Second Edition highlights the core principles of risk sharing in Islam, arguing that a risk-sharing financial system is exactly what we need to promote greater financial stability. Providing comprehensive coverage of the fundamental theory behind Islamic finance and banking, according to the core concepts of Shariah law, authors Zamir Iqbal and Abbas Mirakhor clearly explain the distinct features of an Islamic financial system and how it compares with traditional financial models. Addressing the myriad important developments that have taken place in recent years, this second edition looks to the future, addressing emerging issues sure to influence future developments in Islamic finance. Explores the unique features of an Islamic financial system, how they compare to more traditional financial systems, and how they could improve them Discusses all the most recent developments and emerging issues in Islamic finance Updated with the latest developments, trends, innovations, and statistics, this new edition features additional chapters on the financial crisis, globalization, non-bank financial institutions, and recent developments in Takaful (Islamic insurance) The first edition of An Introduction to Islamic Finance established the book as the market leader, and this newly revised and updated second edition incorporates the most recent developments in this booming financial sector, including financial stability, globalization, and non-banking financial institutions.
526 0 _aFIN959
526 0 _aFIN958
650 0 _aFinance
_zIslamic countries.
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650 0 _aFinancial services industry
_zIslamic countries.
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