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A debate on whether Twitter stock is Shariah compliant
It meets requirements of internationally known Shariah screening methodologies.
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Shariah-compliant solutions: Government must devise Islamic finance strategy to attract investment
At present Islamabad seems indifferent to the use of Islamic finance.
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Common pools: Crowd Financing and ‘Committee’ System
With proper safeguards, traditional forms of savings can be used to develop a powerful financial inclusion tool.
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Conflicting interests: Moral hazard and cost of doing business in Pakistan
Inducing moral behaviour can lead to a loyal and productive labour force.
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Financial machine: Debt-based system and resource-based economies
Poor living standards have more to do with ineffective governance, an inefficient state.
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Fatwa and transaction costs in Islamic finance
The case for a centralised Shariah body for the financial markets.
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Modern slavery: How bad is bonded labour
A framework for welfare of labour is more important.
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Helping the homeland: Why a Diaspora bond for Pakistan is a good idea
Government could follow Israel and India’s example and attract investment through expatriates.
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Forget roti kapra aur makaan: Why lifestyle products, not necessities, are driving inflation
CPI indicates the average Pakistani consumer is spending more on improving his existing lifestyle .
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Financing the Pakistani economy under Shariah law
As debate on deficit heats up, a look into Shariah guidelines for solutions may help.