Islamic finance has become a core pillar of the global financial system, now valued at over $2.5 trillion. In the Middle East, Islamic banks play a central role in providing interest-free and Sharia-compliant financial services that align with the region’s cultural and regulatory landscape. As customer expectations evolve, these institutions are increasingly adopting digital tools, diversifying product portfolios, and building scale—while upholding the principles of transparency, ethics, and risk-sharing.
The Islamic Bank of the Year award honours a financial institution that has demonstrated excellence in expanding and innovating Sharia-compliant financial services. Whether through sukuk structuring, Islamic lending growth, takaful expansion, or investment in digital banking platforms, the winning bank will reflect operational strength, regulatory compliance, and relevance to the modern market.
Why nominate?
This is your opportunity to showcase how your bank is shaping the future of Islamic finance. Submissions should highlight strategic growth, digital innovation, product development, and efforts to reach underserved markets. We welcome entries that provide data-backed results and demonstrate how your institution balances religious obligations with modern banking demands.
Contact us
For entries and editorial enquiries, contact Nivetha Dayanand at nivetha.dayanand@itp.com. For sponsorship and partnership discussions, contact Ines Ben Rejeb at ines.benrejeb@itp.com.
