Islamic Wealth Management: Challenges and Policy Options. Study on Bangladesh Perspective
Sr No:
Page No:
120-127
Language:
English
Authors:
Ashraf Shahriar*
Received:
2025-05-19
Accepted:
2025-06-06
Published Date:
2025-06-10
Abstract:
In recent years, Islamic Wealth Management has become increasingly significant,
particularly in countries with a Muslim-majority population, where there is a rising demand for
ethical and Shariah-compliant financial practices. This research investigates the modern
challenges and strategic options for the growth of Islamic wealth management in Bangladesh.
Despite the large Muslim population in the country and a consistently expanding Islamic finance
sector, the Islamic Wealth Management industry remains underdeveloped due to institutional
shortcomings, inadequate awareness, a limited variety of Shariah-compliant investment
products, and regulatory uncertainties. Using a mixed-method approach that integrates expert
interviews, policy evaluations, and secondary data analysis, the study highlights major obstacles,
including insufficient legal frameworks, a shortage of qualified professionals, and limited public
confidence in Islamic financial institutions. Furthermore, the paper looks at successful global
practices from countries like Malaysia and the UAE to extract policy insights for Bangladesh. It
proposes a comprehensive strategy that encompasses regulatory reforms, capacity building,
public awareness initiatives, and the introduction of innovative financial products such as
Islamic mutual funds, Takaful (Islamic insurance), and Waqf-based investments. Enhancing the
involvement of the central bank and Shariah supervisory boards is also essential for building a
robust and resilient Islamic wealth management ecosystem. This research contributes valuable
insights to the policy dialogue on Islamic finance and offers practical recommendations for
regulators, financial institutions, and investors aiming to harmonize wealth management
practices with Islamic principles within the Bangladeshi context.
Keywords:
Islamic, Wealth, Management, Financial, Shariah, Banks, Policy, Perspective, Bangladesh.