Convergence of ESG imperatives and Islamic finance
Our growing understanding of ESG (environmental, social, and governance) has transformed how global markets perceive business value. In tandem, though not necessarily in lockstep, the Islamic economy, too, has flourished into a multi-trillion dollar ecosystem that extends far beyond traditional Muslim regions.
While these two behemoths have historically been viewed as separate, they are beginning to converge, and this has helped ESG gain momentum as investors and regulators tackle urgent issues such as climate change, social inequality and governance failures.
The intersection of these frameworks is attracting a global audience eager for a brand of finance that is focused on long-term well-being rather than short-term gains.
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Youshey Zakiuddin