- Business
Can Islamic Boarding Schools (Pesantren) Obtain Funding Through Securities Crowdfunding?
Securities Crowdfunding has emerged as a popular and effective method of financing in recent years. By utilising crowdfunding platforms, various projects and initiatives can secure funds from a broad audience. Islamic boarding schools, known as pesantren, can also leverage this method to support their programmes and development. However, to utilise securities crowdfunding, pesantren must comply with Indonesia Financial Services Authority…
Read More » - Islamic Economics
Can Sukuk Become a Crypto?
Sukuk, often referred to as Islamic bonds, are financial instruments that comply with Sharia principles. On the other hand, crypto refers to digital currencies operating on decentralised blockchain technology. This article explores whether sukuk can be integrated with cryptographic technology to create a new financial instrument. Definition and Characteristics of Sukuk Sukuk are securities representing ownership in an asset or…
Read More » - Business
Islamic Crowdfunding-Based Agrarian Financing: Concept, Akad, and Benefits
Islamic crowdfunding-based agrarian financing is an innovative solution that combines modern technology with sharia principles to support the agricultural sector. This system provides an opportunity for farmers to obtain funds without having to go through traditional financial institutions. This article aims to educate the public and farmers about the basic concepts, types of contracts used, and real examples of the…
Read More » - Islamic Economics
Understanding Corporate Zakat: Insights from the MUI Fatwa Commission
Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam and has an important role in wealth distribution and poverty alleviation. At the Ijtima of the VII MUI Fatwa Commission in 2021, one of the main discussions was about the obligation of zakat on corporate wealth. This article will review the concept of corporate zakat according to the results of the…
Read More » - Islamic Finance
The Balance Between Increasing Charity and Safeguarding Personal Wealth
Charity is one of the most highly recommended acts of worship in Islam. Many arguments state that charity will not make a person poor but will even increase wealth. However, on the other hand, Islam also teaches a balance between giving alms and protecting personal wealth. This article will discuss the importance of this balance, based on insights from the…
Read More » - Islamic Economics
Corporate Zakat According to AAOIFI
Zakat is one of the five pillars of Islam, mandatory for Muslims who are financially able. Not only individuals, but companies are also obliged to pay zakat if certain conditions are met. AAOIFI (Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions) has established standards for calculating and paying corporate zakat. This article will explain how corporate zakat is calculated according…
Read More » - Muslim Lifestyle
The Benefits of Morning and Evening Dhikr in Islam
Morning and evening dhikr is one of the recommended acts of worship in Islam. Dhikr means remembering Allah through certain phrases taught by the Prophet Muhammad. With dhikr, a Muslim can feel the presence of Allah in every aspect of his life. The following are some of the benefits of morning and evening dhikr based on the Quran and Hadith. …
Read More » - Business
Deferred Payment Gold Sales According to DSN-MUI and AAOIFI Rulings
Gold trading has been a subject of debate among Islamic scholars due to its association with strict Shariah principles on riba (usury) and gharar (uncertainty). In this context, the National Sharia Council of the Indonesian Ulama Council (DSN-MUI) and the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) have issued guidelines and fatwas on non-cash gold trading. In this…
Read More » - Business
How Tabdzir Can Hinder Investment
Tabdzir, or wastefulness, is one behaviour that is often overlooked in our daily lives. Tabdzir refers not only to material waste but also to time, energy, and other resources. In an economic and financial context, tabdzir can have serious consequences that hinder investment growth, both at the individual and national levels. This article will discuss how tabdzir can hinder investment…
Read More » - Business
How to Discipline Yourself to Consistently Invest
Investing is one of the most effective ways to achieve long-term financial goals, such as buying a house, preparing for your children’s education, or planning for retirement. However, many people struggle to consistently invest due to various reasons, ranging from a lack of knowledge to the temptation to use investment funds for other purposes. Disciplining yourself to regularly invest requires…
Read More »