How much further can regional Shariah compliant asset owners and managers incorporate green and sustainable considerations into investment decisions, while at the same time encouraging investee companies to manage climate risk? What is a current assessment of regulatory frameworks and their influence on Shariah compliant investment decisions? Is sufficient regional Shariah compliant capital being channeled into energy transition, and are we maximizing the potential of green Sukuk?

Moderator:

Sohail Zubairi, Green Islamic Finance Specialist

Panelists:

Faisal Ali, Senior Portfolio Manager, Azimut
Luma Saqqaf, Founder and CEO, Ajyal Sustainability
Mona Zeineldin, Managing Director, Emerging Capital Management Partners

Through a series of short, punchy presentations we examine the merits of various asset classes from an investor’s viewpoint. With each asset class presented by a recognized market practitioner, we offer a critical assessment of Islamic investment opportunities, from private capital, to Sukuk, to equities, to real estate. Which asset class will prevail?

Moderator:

Vineeta Tan, Director, REDmoney and Managing Editor of IFN Investor

Panelists:

Jaber Al Noumani, CFO – Finance and Procurement, OQ Exploration and Production
Khalid Howladar, Chairman, MRHB.Network
Louis Hems, Commercial Director, Dubai Gold and Commodities Exchange
Patrick Drum, Fixed Income Lead and Portfolio Manager, Saturna Capital
Walid Shalan, Group Chief Financial Officer, Estithmar Holding

What are current market trends in private capital and what are the underlying factors driving growth? What opportunities are on offer for regional Shariah compliant private capital investment, and if we examine asset-backed credit, venture funds, private equity, real assets, and real estate sectors, where will we see the growth? Can private capital more effectively fund Shariah compliant startups and foster innovation across global markets?

Moderator:

Alexander Armstrong, Director, Aditum Capital

Panelists:

Anita Wieja-Caruba, Associate Director, Policy and Legal, Dubai Financial Services Authority
Lo’ai Bataineh, CEO, Ominvest Capital DIFC
Mohammed Parekh, Managing Director, MRP Premier Group
Ruslan Akhmedzyanov, Head of Transaction Advisory, Ypsilon Capital (DIFC)
Walter Gontarek, CEO and Chairman, Channel Capital Advisors

Alisher Djumanov, Founder, AD Wealth

What innovation is being seen in Islamic investment and wealth management to develop new products, grow customer bases and build brands, and how is technology being deployed? What is the potential for Waqf investment funds and what has already been achieved in the region? How are Waqf investment funds structured and how will these funds contribute to sustainable development?

Moderator:

Vineeta Tan, Director, REDmoney and Managing Editor of IFN Investor

Panelists:

Ebrahim Moolla, Head of Islamic Private Capital, Numeral
Dr Imran Lum, Head of Islamic Finance, Business & Private Bank, National Australia Bank
Max Garvey, Founder and CEO, Epicenter Labs
Thamer Al Shahry, Partner, SASLO

What trends are influencing Islamic investment management in terms of investment patterns, asset allocation and product development? Has Islamic asset management been positioned and promoted effectively, and what more could be done? Has increased demand for Shariah compliant investment products impacted global investment patterns? We ask an expert panel.

Moderator:

Oliver Agha, Professional Associate, Outer Temple Chambers

Panelists:

Alisher Djumanov, Founder, AD Wealth
Fahd Chaudhry, Director, Client Coverage MENA, CIS and Turkey, S&P Dow Jones Indices
Hakan Ozyon, CEO, Hejaz Financial Services
Mehdi Popotte, Portfolio Manager, Arqaam Capital

Patrick Drum, Fixed Income Lead and Portfolio Manager, Saturna Capital

Mohamad Safri Shahul Hamid, CEO of the International Islamic Liquidity Management Corporation, shares with Vineeta Tan how the corporation is adapting to evolving market conditions to meet the global needs for Islamic liquidity management tools.