In an era of recurring financial crises, rising inequality, and environmental stress, Islamic Finance as an Ethical and Responsible Finance by Professor Dr. Muhammad Ayub offers a transformative vision for global finance. It critiques the excesses of interest-based, speculative, and ethically unrestrained profit-driven systems and advocates a shift toward finance rooted in justice, equity, risk-sharing, and sustainability.
Grounded in the prohibitions of rib (interest), gharar (contractual uncertainty), and maysir (gambling), and supported by the social institutions of zakt and waqf, this work shows how asset-backed and transparent financing can align with the UN SDGs. Blending rigorous theory with practical insights, it positions Islamic ethical finance as a universal model for advancing shared prosperity and promoting moral and social good. This work is an essential resource for academics, policymakers, and practitioners committed to building a just and sustainable financial order.
Emerald Studies in Islamic Economy and Finance (ESIEF) is a groundbreaking series published by Emerald Publishing dedicated to advancing the knowledge and understanding of Islamic economics and finance. In an era where the global economic landscape is constantly evolving, this series seeks to contribute significantly to the academic discourse surrounding Islamic economy and finance. It builds on the rich heritage of Islamic economic thought while embracing contemporary perspectives and challenges. The series is also committed to fostering rigorous academic inquiry promoting scholarly collaboration and ultimately enriching the understanding of Islamic economics and finance in the global context.
Foreword; Anis Ahmad S.I.
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1. Introduction: Moving to Ethical and Responsible Finance
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2. Discipline, Ethics, and the Prohibitions in Divine Exchange Law
and Their Implications for Ethical Finance
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3. Theoretical Foundations of Islamic Ethical Finance: Implications
for Consumer Behaviour, Corporate Conduct, and the International Exchange
System
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4. Ethical Business Tools for Responsible Finance Jurisprudential
and Practice-oriented Perspective
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5. Economic Functions of Ethical and Responsible Modes of Business
and Finance
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6. Issues in Legalistic Islamic Banking Operating Parallel with the
Conventional Banking: The Case of Pakistan
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7. The Challenges and Potential of Economy-Wide Ethical and
Responsible Finance
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8. Forward Trading and Futures Markets in an Ethical Finance
Perspective
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9. Blockchain, FinTech, Crypto Currency, and Ethical Finance
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10. Waqf Based Financial Intermediation for Realizing the Potential
of Ethical and Responsible Social Finance
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11. Governance of Ethical Finance Institutions: Need for Moving to
the VBI-Based Paradigm
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12. Conclusion and Recommendations: Towards a Sustainable and Ethical
Financial Paradigm
Dr. Muhammad Ayub, Full Professor of Islamic Finance at Riphah International University, Pakistan, and Founding Editor of the Journal of Islamic Business & Management, brings decades of central banking, regulatory, and training experience. His work bridges classical Islamic contracts with modern tools like ukk and fintech to foster inclusive growth, reduce poverty, and build climate resilience.