This book covers the recent literature concerning Islamic
banking and finance (IBF), focuses on the history of IBF since its
inception and introduces the latest innovative concepts and practices in
the field.

The authors cover important topics such as the role
of ownership, Shari`ah compliance and governance structures in
raising debt capital using IBF practices, including Fatwa issues and the
use of benchmarking practices. The book also addresses topics like
archival data, the influence of leverage on ownership structure, and
sukuk structures, as well as misconceptions, threats,
challenges and opportunities in IBF. Finally, the book deals with
prominent issues such as business score-carding, Takāful (Islamic
Insurance), IBF implications for block-chain-based fintech and finance
hub concepts in Islamic microfinance models.

This edited volume
is an important contribution to the IBF literature as it provides a
much-needed in-depth look into industry practices through the
perspective of corporate finance and governance. With its
interdisciplinary approach covering legal and financial issues along
with a wide variety of notable contributors, this book will be a
valuable reference guide to both teachers and students of Islamic
banking and economics.