Global Islamic Finance Report

Global Islamic Finance Report (GIFR) is an annual publication, covering recent developments in the global Islamic financial services industry. Produced by Edbiz Consulting, a London-based Islamic advisory firm, it is the first global publication of its kind. Edited by Professor Humayon Dar, it is considered as the most authentic source of information on Islamic banking and finance. GIFR is also recognised for its pioneering work on Islamic Finance Country Index (IFCI), which ranks about 50 countries of the world in terms of their involvement and leadership role in the Islamic financial services industry.

Each annual edition of GIFR has a special theme. Following themes have so far been covered:

• GIFR 2010: Size and growth of the Islamic financial services industry
• GIFR 2011: Islamic financial regulation
• GIFR 2012: Islamic philanthropy and social responsibility
• GIFR 2013: Halal industry and Islamic finance
• GIFR 2014: Human resource development for Islamic banking and finance

GIFR is a publication that provides analyses provided by the top industry players, academicians and policy makers. Its different annual editions have been sponsored by major financial institutions like Dubai Islamic Bank, CIMB Islamic, Commerzbank, ITS, Hong Leong Islamic Bank, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, National Commercial Bank, and many more.

GIFR 2014 was launched at Global Donors Forum held at Washington DC on April 13–16, 2014.

GIFR 2015 (set to be launched in March 2015) will focus on Leadership in Islamic Banking and Finance.

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