Global sukuk market on the rise

Western Asset: Sukuk, or Islamic bonds that comply with Shariah law, are experiencing growth in their use for financing, especially for infrastructure and green projects, although potential risks exist and regulatory standardization is needed for the market’s continued expansion. Sukuk is the Arabic name for a bond-like instrument that complies with Shariah or Islamic law, which forbids speculation and the payment or receipt of interest on loans. While sukuk operate similarly to conventional bonds, they stand apart in their structure and method of generating returns.

Good article illustrating Sukuk’s increase in popularity and comparison of characteristics with other financial instruments. 6min read

Invest Offshore with your eyes wide open

South Africans looking to diversify their assets or hedge against currency volatility by investing offshore need to be cognisant of the complexity they may inadvertently be creating for themselves and their families when holding assets cross-border.

Interesting factors illuminated in this article are well worth knowing.  4min read