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What is the primary purpose of Murabaha financing?
Who bears the risk of ownership, including potential loss or damage to the asset, in a Murabaha transaction?
What is a key characteristic of Murabaha financing in terms of repayment terms and profit margins?
What is the nature of the sale in a Murabaha transaction?
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What happens to the ownership of the asset after the customer makes the final installment payment?
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Where can Murabaha products be found in the retail banking market?
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In a Murabaha transaction, what happens to the ownership of the asset until the customer completes the payment in full?
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What is a key feature of Murabaha transactions?
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What is the purpose of a Murabaha transaction?
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Which of the following banks offers safe deposit lockers, similar to Murabaha transactions?
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What is the name of the Islamic banking retail product that involves cost-plus financing?
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What is disclosed to the customer upfront in a Murabaha transaction?
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What is the primary arrangement in an Ijara agreement?
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What determines the purchase price in an Ijara agreement?
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What is the customer's obligation during the lease term in an Ijara agreement?
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Which of the following banks offers Ijara products in the UAE?
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What is the purpose of Musharakah in retail banking?
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What happens at the end of the lease term in an Ijara agreement?
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Study Notes
Islamic Banking Retail Products
- Murabaha is a form of cost-plus financing where the bank purchases an asset on behalf of the customer and sells it to the customer at a higher price, including a markup.
- Key features of Murabaha include transparency, deferred payment, and asset ownership.
- In a Murabaha transaction, the bank assumes the risk associated with owning the asset until it is sold to the customer.
- Examples of banks offering Murabaha products in the UAE include Emirates NBD and Dubai Islamic Bank.
Ijara (Islamic Leasing or Lease Financing)
- Ijara is a leasing arrangement where the bank purchases an asset and leases it to the customer for an agreed-upon period in exchange for regular lease payments.
- In an Ijara agreement, the customer pays the lease throughout the term.
- Examples of banks offering Ijara products in the UAE include United Arab Bank and Dubai Islamic Bank.
Musharakah
- Musharakah is a partnership-based financing arrangement used in retail banking within the UAE's Islamic banking system.
- It involves a joint venture partnership between two or more parties who contribute capital to finance a business project, investment opportunity, or commercial venture.
- Musharakah financing can be used for various purposes, such as purchasing real estate, vehicles, machinery, equipment, inventory, or other goods.
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Test your understanding of Murabaha financing, a Sharia-compliant financing method used for purchasing various assets, including real estate, vehicles, and equipment. Learn about the risks and flexibility associated with Murabaha transactions.