Islamic Finance
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Manage Your Small Business Finances Easily: A Guide to Simple Bookkeeping
As an entrepreneur, you may already be adept at marketing strategies and branding that attract customers. However, do you know that mastering financial recording is equally important? While cash flow, capital, and balance sheets might sound unfamiliar if you’re focused on other areas, don’t worry! Learning basic accounting is not as complicated as it seems. Allah ﷻ also commands us…
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7 Principles of Transparency for Islamic Family Financial Planning
Managing family finances is a significant responsibility that requires good planning and execution. In this context, transparency is a key to ensuring that all family members can actively participate and understand their financial situation. Here are some important aspects of designing family finances with an emphasis on transparency. 1. The Importance of Transparency in Family Financial Management Transparency in family…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Profit Sharing System Based on DSN MUI: Accrual Basis and Cash Basis
In recent decades, Islamic financial institutions have grown rapidly in Indonesia. This financial system offers solutions that align with Islamic Sharia principles, one of which is the profit-sharing system. DSN MUI Fatwa No. 14 of 2000 provides guidelines on the profit distribution system, including the division of profits based on accrual basis and cash basis. Definitions of Accrual Basis and…
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