Almir Colan discussed the current state of the global economy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities presented by the ongoing economic crisis. He touched on key issues such as inflation, unemployment, government policies, and the impact of the pandemic on the global economy. Almir Colan also shared his insights on how businesses and individuals can navigate through these uncertain times, offering practical advice on investment strategies, risk management, and financial planning. He emphasized the importance of staying informed and being proactive in the face of economic challenges, while also remaining optimistic about the potential for economic recovery and growth in the future. Overall, this session provided valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to navigate the complex and ever-changing landscape of the global economic crisis. Recoprded in Istanbul for Al Sharq Youth    Almir Colan links: https://www.almircolan.com/links

Reminiscing on technological changes we have witnessed over the last few decades and how they impact our lives, business and economy. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - Links > https://www.almircolan.com/links Podcast Links > https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/links Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! --- Links --- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Podcast website: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media (Instagram, YouTube, Facebook (public page), Facebook (group), Twitter) links at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/links    

Welcome to our new season. In this 4th season, we talk about the Digital Economy and its key building blocks. In this first episode, we share our thoughts and personal interactions with technology that is shaping how we do business, engage in commerce and consume goods and services. With a bit of light humour, we try to make some sense of it all. Make sure you get yourself a nice cup of coffee before you start. Episode references:  - Qur'an 59:7 "... so that it may not circulate only between the rich among you". - The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "If a son of Adam were to own a valley full of gold, he would desire to have two. Nothing can fill his mouth except the earth (of the grave). Allah turns with mercy to him who turns to Him in repentance". (Al-Bukhari and Muslim). - The 3 Pillars of Islamic Economy - The Shepherds modeEpisode link: https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3 - Coffeezilla, the YouTuber Exposing Crypto ScamsChannel: https://www.youtube.com/c/Coffeezilla Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - Links > https://www.almircolan.com/links Podcast Links > https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/links Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! --- Links --- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Podcast website: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media (Instagram, YouTube, Facebook (public page), Facebook (group), Twitter) links at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/links  

Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! This is our final episode for season 3. We will be back in 2022 with the brand new season insha'Allah. In this episode, we finalise our discussion on "Earning a livelihood" and present a new way of conceptually framing popular crypto discussions: Topics: Crypto, bitcoin, tesla, shariah, economy, income, halal Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - Links >  https://www.almircolan.com/links ----- All podcast links: https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/links Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! In this episode, we talk about leadership and its core aims and responsibilities within the Islamic economic framework. Islamic Economic Leadership framework photo available at: https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3-17   Learn more about The 3 Pillars of Islamic Economy - The Shepherds model - Episode 1.3 https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3   All podcast links: https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/links Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com/links ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

Join me for a coffee and some spontaneous unscripted reflections about life and the economy. I also provide you with some insights into my own life and update on the podcast. - Almir Colan   Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com/links ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram  

In this episode, we talk with Mustafa Aydemir - Senior Investment Analyst at Saturna. Topics include discussion on: What investment analysts do? How high net worth individuals invest their own money? Developments in Turkey, global economic trends, ESG and more. Connect with Mustafa Aydemir via Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-aydemir-5236011/   Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram  

In this episode, we talk about the negative effects of poverty on individuals and society. Reference in the episode is from the book - "Economic Security in Islam" by Sh Yusuf al-Qaradawi. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram  

Today we talk about the leadership lessons from the early stage of the state of Madina and its economy. Links: Almir's MasterClass: Leading with Islamic Finance - https://www.almircolan.com/masterclass Podcast Episode 3.1: The 3 Pillars of Islamic Economy - The Shepherds model https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3   Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram  

In this preliminary discussion, we share some intuitive principles that should help us when deciding to invest in shares. Aim today is to frame the issues and challenge the way we usually look at the topic itself and market participants in particular. More discussions about screening rules and various rulings will follow later on insha'Allah. Topics: Shariah-compliant vs Shairah-based business, speculators, investors, stock, day traders, leadership. ***Join Almir's email list for more information about his upcoming MasterClass "Leading with Islamic Finance" at https://www.almircolan.com   Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram   Disclaimer The information contained in Almir Colan’s "Islamic Finance Podcast" website and related podcasts are intended to provide general information only and have been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Accordingly, the information in this podcast and the related website is not intended to serve as legal, financial, investment, accounting, or tax advice. Before acting on this information, you should consider the appropriateness of this information having regard to your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Almir Colan’s "Islamic Finance Podcast" website and related podcasts disclaims all warranties with regard to this information, including all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall we be liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever resulting from loss of use, data or profits, whether in an action of contract, negligence or other tortuous action, arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of this information.

Good money and a good financial system need two things: 1] Collective cooperation that disincentivises the debasement of the currency. 2] Social order to prevent harm. Today, unfortunately, governments are debasing our money, but the Crypto ecosystem is debasing the social order. No one should be in the business of making money from making money. The creation of money should be done for the public good and not for profit. -- Almir Colan's "Bitcoin 101" YouTube course is available at: https://bit.ly/30BZuOq   Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

In this episode, we ask what is more superior: Gratitude (Shukr) for wealth or Patience (Sabr) in the face of Poverty? We also have a little chat about (day) trading and cryptocurrency speculations that seems to dominate our news cycle.   Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

In this post-Ramadan episode, we share reflections about news from Palestine as well as trends with crypto news. Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic finance) Chat link: https://t.me/joinchat/8OiQRcWzbe9iMmZl   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

Have you ever wondered how Zakat incentivises the circulation of money and alleviate the root causes of poverty? In this episode, Sh. Abdullah Hasan explains the Wisdom and Benefits of correctly implemented Zakat in solving short and long term economic, social and spiritual challenges in our society. Connect with Sh. Abdullah Hasan: https://www.facebook.com/imamabdullahhasan SPRING FOUNDATION: https://spring-foundation.com Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

In this Special Ramadan episode, we talk about Gratitude as the core life-changing concept around which our purpose of life revolves. "And Allah has extracted you from the wombs of your mothers not knowing a thing, and He made for you hearing and vision and hearts [i.e., intellect] that perhaps you would be grateful." - Qur'an 16:78 And [remember] when your Lord proclaimed, 'If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]; but if you deny, indeed, My punishment is severe.'" - Quran 14:7 Connect with Sh Abu Bakr Zoud: https://linktr.ee/abubakrzoud/ Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

In this episode, we talk to brother Shaheed Drew about some lessons regarding the topic of earning a livelihood. We also talk about his book "40 Hadiths Relating to Islamic Finance" and the very interesting history of Muslims in Australia (and why Muslim traders came to South East Asia). Br Shaheed also shares how some of the companions like Abu Bakr r.a. and great imams like Imam Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik and Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal used to balance their work for Islam/ummah with earning a livelihood. You can find Br Shaheed at: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muslimhistoryprojects - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqN_vVo9ki2hJkGmk2f9RBg - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muslim_history_projects/ Shaheed's book "40 Hadiths Relating to Islamic Finance" is available at https://iiph.com/product/40-hadiths-relating-to-islamic-finance/ Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

After earning what is necessary for oneself, is (further) occupation with earning better or devotion to worship? We are following writings attributed to Imam Muhammad al Shaybabni - The Book of Earning a Livelihood.   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Is seeking means of earning something that goes against taqwa and reliance on Allah the Most High as the provider? Or is it contradictory to shari'ah?   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

This week we bring you Almir Colan's extended interview with Salaam Podcast. In this wide-ranging episode, we talk about Almir's early life in Bosnia, his journey to Islamic finance, life lessons, entrepreneurship and much more! This is a marathon podcast so get some coffee ready and enjoy. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan   Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Episode references: Salaam Podcast: https://youtu.be/ghtMLJLZ3Ls  

In this episode, we remind ourselves that earning a livelihood is the way of the Messengers, may Allah bless them all, and we are commanded to follow and emulate their guidance.   Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

We continue talking about livelihood within the Islamic economic paradigm. We also look at trade as a mechanism for earning and provisioning livelihood for the common good. In addition, we extend the money mastery analogy to include a component of discipline that safeguards from corruption while working for a livelihood. Topics: piety, taqwa, zuhd, trade, riba, economy, prudence, abstinence, money, wealth, blessings. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Welcome to our new season. In this season we talk about obtaining wealth and prudently organising our livelihood. We will follow book attributed to Imam Muhammad al Shaybabni - The Book of Earning a Livelihood (Kitab Al-kasb), from which season takes the name. With that in mind, this season will aim to cover various questions on money matters, income, career, investments and so on insha'Allah. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

This is our final episode for season 2. We will be back next week insha'Allah with the brand new season. In this episode, we ask our listeners 25 questions from season 2. We recommend that you pause and try answering each question yourself before listening to the answer. The episode was recorded live via zoom. (edited for podcast) Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. ------- Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan ------- Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we talk about some arguments that are usually put forward in order to claim that conventional insurance is halal or permissible. We also highlight how in principle conventional insurance differs from Takaful or Islamic version of 'insurance'. Topic: insurance, riba, interest, usury, contracts, risk, uncertainty, gharar, takaful Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we talk about the concept of taxation and how it relates to the role of the government, freedoms and active citizenry. We also talk a little bit about the latest news and gamification of financial markets. Topics: dogecoin, trading, short selling, government, leadership, tax, regulations. ---------- Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! ---------- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram channel at: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan   Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here. ----

It this episode we talk about the recent moves in the US Stock market and how a group of Reddit traders led financial warfare against Wall street Hedge funds. Some have compared this to the epic battle between David and Goliath (Dawood and Jalut) - but we think there is more to the story. We also look at short selling that was used and if these types of speculative instruments are shariah compliant. Timeline of events: - Hedge funds shorted the share in GameStop (American video game retailer) and had billions riding on the shares plummeting. - Traders banded together on Reddit's WallStreetBets forum to push the price of the stock up. - This move by Reddit traders push the shares up and thus decimates the hedge funds (short-sellers) - Shares in GameStop shot up more than 1500%. - Some Hedge funds lost billions. Topics: Short selling, trading, wall street, Elon Musk, Reddit, traders, Tesla, Robinhood, Gamestop, short squeeze, hedge funds, speculation. ---------- Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! ---------- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram channel at: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan   Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here. ---- Disclaimer The information contained in Almir Colan’s "Islamic Finance Podcast" website and related podcasts are intended to provide general information only and have been prepared without taking into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Accordingly, the information in this podcast and the related website is not intended to serve as legal, financial, investment, accounting, or tax advice. Before acting on this information, you should consider the appropriateness of this information having regard to your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Almir Colan’s "Islamic Finance Podcast" website and related podcasts disclaims all warranties with regard to this information, including all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall we be liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever resulting from loss of use, data or profits, whether in an action of contract, negligence or other tortuous action, arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of this information.

In this episode, we talk about limited liability, home loans and answer some contemporary questions. Topic: Limited liability, home loans, fees, debt, equity, transactions, charity, riba, interest. Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https://www.youtube.com/almircolan Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram channel at: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! In this episode: We take a deeper look at ribawi transactions. In particular, we analyse the "Student loan" to see if it is ribawi or not. In recent times we have seen several opinions about student loans so this is an opportunity to learn how to break down any contract to its most simple form.  By reducing this transaction to its most simple form we are able to establish the most fundamental truth about the substance of what seems like a complex or innovative new way of contracting. In the most simple forms, all contracts will have something in common. It is at this level that we look if rules or riba apply or not. Looking at the transaction from any higher place brings a level of abstraction that clouds the reality. What is Ribawi transaction?  Ribawi transaction is an exchange of specific items that are subject to the rules of riba. Violating these rules leads to an unlawful gain which is called riba. The common denominator in these transactions is, for instance, an unequal exchange of money-for-money on the spot or as a deferred payment basis.  Exchanging $100 on the spot for $120 in the future is an example of such an impermissible transaction due to the unlawful gain. The basis of these prohibitions is that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'Gold for gold, weight for weight, like for like; and silver for silver, weight for weight, like for like. Whoever gives more or takes more has engaged in Riba." (Sunan an-Nasa'i 4569) “Do not sell gold for gold, except like for like, and don't increase something of it upon something;” (Sahih Muslim 1584a)  "The bartering of gold for gold is Riba (usury), except if it is from hand to hand and equal in amount, …” (Al-Bukhari 2134) Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Big Tech refers to the major technology companies which have inordinate influence. (PCMag) In this episode, we talk about recent political events with regards to Big Tech as they relate to censorship, freedom of speech and consolidation of power. We also reflect on some lessons from the past year and trends with this podcast. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Do not take this too seriously :) We will resume our regular podcast next week insha'Allah. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan.   Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we talk about freedom to enter into the contract and how Islamic law might deal with the question of a minimum wage.   Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we talk about the intersection between technology and finance and what opportunities or challenges it creates for the Islamic fintech industry. This year we have seen a strong rise in stocks for companies such as Zoom, Tesla and Amazon. With their tech-centric solutions, Amazon is redefining commerce, Zoom is changing the way we work, and Tesla’s software car is disrupting the automotive industry. The finance world is not far behind with Apple issuing their own credit cards and Facebook looking to start their own digital currency. In Australia, “buy now, pay later” firms like Afterpay and ZIPpay have benefited as the demand for debt financing increases during the economic slowdown. The challenge for Islamic firms is to reinvent their business model away from simply commercialising loans. This is because the nature of Islamic finance differs significantly from the conventional one. Profit that comes from money-for-money exchange represents illegitimate gain or riba. For Islamic FinTech platforms this means that profit must come from the underlying income generating assets or activities such as equity finance or company dividends. If FinTech platforms have a higher aspiration, they could for instance seek ways to connect more directly into manufacturing and production that grow the economy and creates jobs. In the years ahead, we could perhaps see more start-ups move towards mobile payment solutions just as we see with Alipay and WeChat that are now estimated to be taking almost half of the banking payment fees in China. At the end, customers will only use technology that serves their needs best. FinTech alone is not a competitive advantage any longer – instead products and services built on trust with a legal and regulatory environment at its core will win the day. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Is paper money just an IOU and debt? What role central and other commercial banks play in creating it? How do we understand financial concepts like intrinsic value, quantitative easing, fractional reserve banking with regards to halal and haram aspects of money?   Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Is Multi-level marketing (MLM) a legitimate business or a problematic pyramid scheme? In this episode, we learn about the key difference between a legitimate business and a pyramid scheme.   Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Abu Hurairah states,“The Prophet forbade selling by way of tossing stones to settle a sale (Al-Haasah), and the sale of Gharar.” (Muslim) What is Gharar? Uncertainty, hazard, chance, risk, delusion, deception, danger, peril... Gharar is: - to make someone believe something that is false or vain. - to put someone in a dangerous position due to deception. outwardly - it looks very attractive but in reality it is something much different. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Discussion continues: bitcoin, investments, mutual funds, shares, gold, REIT's, Sukuk, bonds and credit cards. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Key rules and types of riba (interest) with examples. Summary of rules by Imam Nawavi: 1. When the underlying ‘Illah (operative cause behind a law) of the two goods being exchanged is different, shortfall/excess and delay both are permissible, e.g. the exchange of gold for wheat or dollars for a car. 2. When the commodities of exchange are similar, excess and delay both are prohibited, e.g. gold for gold or wheat for wheat, dollars for dollars, etc. 3. When the commodities of exchange are heterogeneous but the ‘Illah (operative cause behind a law) is the same, as in the case of exchanging gold for silver or US Dollars for Japanese Yen (medium of exchange) or wheat for rice (the ‘Illah being edibility), then excess/deficiency is allowed, but delay in exchange is not allowed. (Reference Understanding Islamic Finance, M. Ayub 2007, p.52) “Do not sell gold for gold unless it is the same amount for the same amount, and do not make one amount greater than the other. Do not sell silver for silver unless it is the same amount and do not make one greater than the other.” (Bukhari and Muslim). “Gold with gold, silver with silver, wheat with wheat, barley with barley, dates with dates, and salt with salt; same quantity for same quantity, equal for equal; transaction being made hand to hand (i.e. on the spot payment).” (Muslim) Types of Riba1. Riba Al-Nasee’ah (riba of delay) 2. Riba Al-Fadl (riba of surplus)  Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

Introduction to the prohibition of Riba (interest) in Islam and other religions - as well as some of the wisdom behind it. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we take a deeper look into contracts and some everyday transactions. Where to learn more: Australian Centre for Islamic Finance (AUSCIF): Islamic Finance Professional Development Course with Almir Colan Website: https://www.auscif.com   For more episode references visit https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/2-2     Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this 1st episode of the Season 2, we are looking into Islamic Law of Contracts and Business Transactions. This is a critical topic to understand what is permissible and what is not in various commercial transactions and financial arrangements. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we introduce the basic principles of Islamic banking and finance. Learn some of the difference between conventional and Islamic banking. Globally, there is a demand for a fair and just banking system that the Islamic banking and finance industry provides. As this demand continues to rise, so does the awareness of the timeless principles and values of Islamic finance. Built upon the foundation of Islamic law, which prohibits usurious and speculative activities, the Islamic finance industry prides itself on engaging in business and financial dealings in an ethical manner. The sentiment of this industry is not one of greed, but one of mutual cooperation and partnership through a fair and equitable financial system. The Islamic finance industry has achieved such growth that it is now an astounding 2 trillion-dollar global industry. Not only is this the fastest-growing segment of the financial industry, but it is socially responsible and sustainable as well. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we examine financial incentives that are moving capitalism away from real economic activities and toward zero-sum (win/lose) profit modes that may have a detrimental impact on societies. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we examine incentives that drive economic prosperity and reward initiative and risk-taking. Specifically, we look at the principles that Xiaogang village adapted in 1978 and how it led to China's modern economy that reportedly lifted 500 million people out of poverty. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram ---- Read Disclaimer here.

In this episode, we talk about a new model for Islamic economy: The Shepherds model. The first domain of wholesome Islamic economy is the capacity to take care of the weak. This primary indicator shows the moral leadership and wellbeing of society via its capacity to take care of those who are in need. This function is built on virtues like empathy and compassion where Islam legislates several mechanisms such as zakat, sadaqh, waqf and similar methods to discharge this obligation. Second, are regulatory measures that ensure that the economic system remains Shariah-compliant and not engages in activities that have a detrimental impact on society. This aspect of the economy ensures that ethical rules are respected and human effort is concentrated on activities that are approved by Islam. At the same time, it defines areas of commercial activities that are prohibited such as Riba (interest), Gharar (excessive risk) and similar. The final critical part of economic development is in the domain of its entrepreneurial aspect. In this part, we define the vision and what economic leadership looks like in order to drive human potential towards the just and thriving economic system.   Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

In this episode, we examine intentions that drive our actions - from gaining financial knowledge to how we act upon it. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram

Islamic Finance Podcast Welcome to Season 1, Episode 1. of newly recorded Islamic finance podcast (hence the numbering 1.1 in the title) In this episode we examine ideas that impact our economy and financial system on the basis of justice, values and ethical principles. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - Twitter - Instagram   References: AAOIFI: Code of Ethics for Islamic Finance Professionals