01 Rising Participation of Non-Muslim-Majority Countries in Islamic Finance One of the most prominent trends reshaping the Islamic finance landscape is its growing adoption in non-Muslim-majority countries. This expansion is driven by a global appetite for ethical and interest-free financial solutions, which align with the principles of Shariah law and resonate with broader ESG investment goals.
02 For instance, In the United Kingdom, the Nest Sharia fund attracted over £180 million by 2024, bolstered by strong performance in sectors like U.S. tech. Similarly, Luxembourg has established itself as a hub for Islamic finance, with the Luxembourg Stock Exchange listing over €100 billion worth of Sukuk by 2023. These developments reflect a widening acceptance of Islamic finance worldwide.
May 2026 Standard Chartered expanded its Islamic banking services by launching new Shariah-compliant investment and wealth management solutions for retail and institutional clients across the Middle East.
March 2026 Dubai Islamic Bank introduced new digital Islamic financing solutions that simplify customer onboarding, financing approvals, and mobile banking services while remaining fully Shariah compliant.
October 2025 Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank expanded its digital banking platform by introducing AI-powered Islamic financial services, including digital account opening and personalized financing solutions.
June 2025 Bank Islam Malaysia expanded its digital Islamic banking ecosystem through enhanced mobile banking capabilities and new Shariah-compliant financing products for consumers and businesses.