Islamic Finance Chapter 1: An Introduction to Islamic Finance

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What is the primary focus of Islamic Finance?

Ensuring compliance with Islamic principles in financial transactions

In Egypt, which financial sector is under the supervision of the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA)?

Non-banking finance sector

What does Islamic Economics encompass?

Production, distribution, consumption, investment, finance, and exchange

What is the main difference between Islamic Economics and Islamic Finance?

Islamic Economics incorporates all economic activities, while Islamic Finance specifically deals with financial transactions.

Which sector in Egypt falls under the supervision of the Central Bank, irrespective of being conventional or Islamic?

Banking finance sector

What is the core focus of Islamic Banking?

Shari'ah-compliant bank financing

Which financial products are compliant with Islamic principles?

Stocks and bonds

What differentiates Islamic Finance from conventional finance?

'Interest-free' nature of transactions

How do Islamic Economics and Islamic Finance contribute to ethical behavior in financial dealings?

'Promoting transparency and fairness'

What is a key characteristic of Islamic finance in terms of ethical behavior?

Avoiding excessive speculation and interest

According to Neoclassical Economics, what should be excluded from economic activities and analysis?

Morals and ethical values

What contributes to the global career prospects in Islamic finance?

Significant growth in Islamic finance globally

How does Islamic finance contribute to financial stability?

Unique risk-sharing features and avoidance of excessive leverage

What is a key aspect of Islamic finance during financial crises?

Resilience due to unique risk-sharing features

How can studying Islamic finance help create more stable financial systems?

By incorporating Islamic principles which avoid excessive leverage

What is the stance of Islamic finance on investments in sectors like alcohol and gambling?

They are considered unethical and avoided

'Avoiding excessive speculation, interest, and investments in sectors considered unethical' align with the principles of:

Shari'ah

Learn about Islamic Finance (Shari'ah-compliant finance) and its adherence to the principles of Shari'ah (Islamic Law) in terms of sourcing and using funds. Explore how Islamic finance is based on the ethical teachings of Islam.

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