Fitch Expects Moderate Growth In Islamic Syndicated Financing During Second Half Of 2026
Fitch Ratings expects moderate growth in global Islamic syndicated financing during the second half of 2026, with activity concentrated in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Turkiye amid challenges in sukuk and bond markets.
Islamic Derivatives Gain Traction Amid Geopolitical Volatility but Market Gaps Restrain Global Expansion
Fitch Ratings highlights how regional instability has amplified the need for Shariah-compliant hedging instruments across Islamic banks and insurance firms.
Global Islamic Banks Withstand Iran Conflict Fallout with Strong Credit Fundamentals
Fitch Ratings reports that Islamic banks in the GCC and emerging markets maintain resilience despite geopolitical tensions and a slowdown in March 2026 sukuk issuance.