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Islamic Finance News (IFN) OnAir provides the latest insights into the world of Islamic banking and finance from the leading industry provider. The podcast covers topics related to Islamic finance, including banking, capital markets, and sukuk. It features interviews with industry experts and analysis of current trends. Listeners can visit the website at www.islamicfinancenews.com for more information.
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Public Markets, Real Assets, Digital Assets and Private Capital: Scaling Shariah-Compliant Investments 22.09.2026 41นาทีAs Oman’s Islamic investment landscape evolves, public markets, real assets, private capital and emerging digital assets can play a role in mobilising long-term Shariah-compliant investment. We examine how listed markets, funds and Sukuk sit alongside infrastructure, asset-backed strategies, private capital and digitally enabled investment models in building market depth and participation. We also consider the potential for tokenisation and Shariah-compliant digital assets, alongside the gove... -
Sukuk, Securitisation & Market Development: Building Depth in Oman’s Capital Market 22.09.2026 41นาทีWhile Sukuk remain central to Oman’s capital markets, the next stage of development depends on broadening instruments, participation and liquidity. We examine how securitisation, private credit structures and evolving market infrastructure can complement Sukuk issuance and support sustainable growth. We discuss regulatory alignment, investor engagement and gradual innovation needed to strengthen Oman’s position as a competitive regional issuer market. Moderator: Mohsin Shaik Sehu Mohamed, Hea... -
Presentation: The Oman Investment Outlook - Vision 2040, Markets & the Future of Islamic Financial Services 22.09.2026 14นาทีAzza Al Habsi, VP – Economic Research, Ominvest, Ominvest -
Roundtable: Islamic Banking for Growth - SMEs, Consumers & Digital Delivery 22.09.2026 39นาทีAs Oman’s banking sector evolves, this focused roundtable examines how Islamic finance can better support businesses and consumers while responding to changing expectations. We discuss opportunities across SME, housing and personal finance, and consider how digital delivery, data and efficient onboarding can broaden access and improve customer experience. We also ask how Islamic banks can balance innovation and growth with sound financing principles, responsible banking and Oman Vision 2040. ... -
IFN Oman Forum 2026: Presentation - Epic Cash: Truly Halal Money 22.09.2026 24นาทีMax Freeman, Founder, Epicenter Labs -
Presentation: Risk Mitigation for Islamic Capital Market Investments 22.09.2026 20นาทีIssa Khalfan Al Suqri, Head, Shariah Compliance and Audit, Meethaq Islamic Banking -
The Big Picture: Leadership Outlook for Islamic Financial Services in Oman 22.09.2026 56นาทีWe offer focus on the strategic future of Islamic financial services across Oman, from banking and retail finance to capital markets and asset management. Industry leaders examine how the sector can support the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, including economic diversification, private sector development, innovation and sustainable growth, while also considering how evolving regulatory and market expectations are reshaping the industry’s competitive landscape. Designed to provide clear strate... -
IFN Oman Forum 2026: Forum Chairman’s Remarks 22.09.2026 9นาทีOliver Agha, Managing Partner, Agha & Co and Columnist, IFN (The Islamic Legal Opinion) -
IFN Oman Forum 2026: Keynote Address 22.09.2026 12นาทีHaitham Al Salmi, CEO, Muscat Stock Exchange -
IFN Oman Forum 2026: Keynote Address 22.09.2026 10นาทีAsia Al Raisi, Deputy Chief of Economist for Investment and Market Operations, Central Bank of Oman -
GCC Islamic banking and Sukuk outlook 22.09.2026 14นาทีIn this episode, IFN journalist Radhika Das speaks with Abdulla Al Hammadi, AVP - Ratings, Financial Institutions Group at Moody’s Ratings, about the performance of GCC Islamic banks in the first half of 2026 compared with their conventional peers. They discuss the impact of geopolitical and macroeconomic pressures, developments in the Sukuk market and the key credit indicators Moody’s will be watching over the remainder of 2026. -
Tech, Trust & Shariah Governance: Oversight for a Digital Era 17.09.2026 55นาทีAs Islamic finance accelerates digital adoption, we ask whether Shariah governance frameworks are robust enough to preserve trust and accountability. We examine how market-led oversight models are responding to AI-driven decision-making, automated product flows, tokenisation and cross-border digital services already in use. We discuss emerging governance gaps, fragmentation risks and what credible, coordinated Shariah oversight looks like in practice. Moderator: Dr Jonathan Ercanbrack, Chair,... -
Asset-Backed & Institutional Real Estate Finance in Islamic Markets: Structuring the Next Generation of Transactions 17.09.2026 44นาทีWe examine how Shariah-compliant structured real estate and vehicle finance is evolving to support increasingly sophisticated institutional and cross-border transactions. We discuss private capital, development finance, refinancing structures, risk-sharing approaches and the growing importance of real assets within Islamic investment strategies. Moderator: Nicholas Edmondes, Partner, Trowers & Hamlins Panelists: Abdullo Kurbanov, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, Ayan Capital Safeer... -
Presentation: The London Opportunity - Building a Global Centre for Takaful & ReTakaful 17.09.2026 11นาทีAndrew Selous, Former UK Government Minister and Prime Ministerial Trade Envoy -
Beyond Sukuk: Building a Diverse Islamic Capital Markets Ecosystem 17.09.2026 42นาทีA strong listing franchise for Sukuk and Islamic funds remains central to the UK and Ireland’s Islamic markets offering, but is not the only route to Shariah-compliant financing. We examine how structured real-asset finance, private credit, securitisation, infrastructure and transition-finance vehicles, and digital platforms can complement listings and broaden market relevance. We also explore the growing role of SROI in assessing impact, and ask how innovation and regulatory clarity can supp... -
Presentation by Eldorbek Umirkulov, Open Bank 17.09.2026 10นาทีEldorbek Umirkulov, Head of Treasury Department, Open Bank -
Introducing the Association of Shariah Asset Management: A New Platform for Industry Collaboration 17.09.2026 9นาทีStéphane Brown, Chairman and Co-founder, Association of Shariah Asset Management -
Presentation: Investment Characteristics of US Dollar-Denominated Sukuk Originating from the GCC 17.09.2026 14นาทีPatrick Drum, Fixed Income Lead and Portfolio Manager, Saturna Capital -
Shariah-Compliant Pensions: Closing the Gaps in a Growing Market 17.09.2026 34นาทีShariah-compliant pensions remain limited, particularly within workplace schemes and default fund options, despite strong unmet demand. We examine how providers can close gaps in access, scale and pricing through digital platforms, Shariah-screened investment strategies and Takaful-based retirement income solutions, and how these innovations can support the development of credible and competitive Shariah-compliant pension offerings. Moderator: Sefian Kasem, Global Head of ETF and Indexing Inv... -
Presentation - Epic Cash: Truly Halal Money 17.09.2026 18นาทีMax Freeman, Founder, Epicenter Labs