Companies that understand and harness digital technologies will have an edge over their competitors. Harvard Business Review have a special section on discovering the New Economy, which we think is rather interesting. In this article entitled ‘Twitter’s Ten Rules for Radical Innovators’ Umair Haque points to new rules that may shape business in the web [...]
Syedain & Co regret to announce the sad and untimely death of Ali Akbar Bharwani on 2 May 2009. He was both a friend and professional colleague, and he will be sadly missed by all concerned.
Ali worked for Binder Hamlyn, which became part of BDO Stoy Hayward and qualified as a chartered accountant in [...]
This week has seen a great deal of debate about how to solve the global economic crisis. Much has been written and we have selected some articles that capture the diverse opinions that are shaping this historic summit:
Divided we stand
On the eve of the G20 summit, countries remain split on how to respond to global [...]
Car insurance according to Islamic principles has become even more accessible according to an article in the Independent.
Salaam Insurance is the latest company to provide halal insurance and is available through the price comparison site moneysupermarket.com. The Islamic insurance market has yet to peak. According to Emile Abu-Shakra of Lloyds Banking “UK Islamic finance is in its [...]
As we enter 2009, the economic crisis will reach its peak. It will be a year that will see many changes in the international regulatory framework as many anticipate the kind of changes that have long been discussed and needed. The Davos economic summit has highlighted some of the new thinking required to tackled the epochal [...]
Malta is seeking to develop an Islamic financial structure that will be open to Muslims in Europe. In particular the Island is looking to service the 1 million Muslims in Italy who do not have direct access to Islamic finance. Leading business figures in Malta view the Island’s strategic location and financial regime as a [...]
For many of us who are familiar with Islamic finance it comes as no surprise to learn that interest in Islamic finance has soared since the credit crunch and the turmoil in global financial markets. The Times newspaper produced a supplement yesterday on Islamic finance in which it shed light on the paradigmatic influence of [...]
As the turmoil in currency markets intensifies, it is paramount that companies do not lose out as a result of fluctuating exchange rates.
Companies that trade in global markets need to ensure they have an effective foreign exchange strategy. In the past year, the value of Sterling has decreased by 20% against the major currencies. The [...]
With all the controversy surrounding hedge funds and short selling, could Islamic finance provide a more responsible approach to the philosophy and management of hedge funds? One feature that would distinguish a hedge fund built upon Islamic principles is that short selling would not be allowed because it amounts to selling an asset that isn’t owned.
With the announcement of [...]
Despite its problems Pakistan is an emerging economy that has long-term potential. Barclays is making a significant investment in the country. It is opening three branches, one in Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi, followed by 7 more and 10 sales centres by the end of 2008. The decision by Barclays to invest at this time is [...]
