The Islamic Golden Age saw the Muslim civilization flourish with significant advancements made in areas such as science and the arts. This was all underpinned by Islamic economic ideals, which didn’t allow the use of riba. Riba (interest) is strictly forbidden in Islam and has many evils. Fast forward

The last few months have proven to be quite the financial whirlwind globally. From rising inflation rates to stagnating salaries - learning to build a healthy relationship with your money is more important now than ever before. We’re facing a recession that looks quite different from that of 2008.

This is an opinion editorial by Muslim Bitcoiner, the host of the Muslim Bitcoiner Podcast. This content is for informational purposes only and does not represent legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. One of the biggest challenges Muslims face when seeking to invest in a halal way is to

Social inequality, abject poverty, poor labor conditions, bad leadership, and climate change are some of the issues plaguing society. Investors are becoming increasingly conscious of these challenges and are aware of the influence that their investments may have, both positive and negative. Unsurprisingly, investors are looking for approaches that are

How often do you hear about women investing in the stock market? If you’re like most people, probably not very frequently. That’s because investing is typically seen as the domain of men, and even the words used to describe the process of investing tend to be very masculine.

The sacred month of Dhul Hijjah is almost upon us. It includes the ten best days of the year, the day of Arafah, and of course, Hajj. Hajj is an experience that Muslims long to perform. However, for many of us, Hajj costs are becoming more prohibitive each year. Now

Inflation is here and has already eroded the purchasing power of your money. The price of many essential goods and services has increased, straining the pursestrings of households everywhere. In times like these, preserving the value of your money is paramount. A tried and tested strategy is investing your money

Inflation is on the rise and is truly a global problem. Advanced economies, emerging markets, and developing economies are all seeing an increase, although for different reasons. It is important to inflation-proof your finances and investment portfolio wherever you are. A good starting point would be to figure out the

Most of us invest decades into our education to find a career from which we can make an income. From early schooling to university or apprenticeship programs, we spend a lot of time and often a lot of money. Yet, once we settle into our careers and obtain a regular

A note to the reader: In my last piece, I shared the importance of a 401(k) retirement account and explored the different ways you can set it up in a halal way. Below, we’re going to focus on some practical ways you can cleanse any impermissible earnings in

A note to the reader: In this article, I will be using the term “401(k)” for the sake of simplicity. This article will also apply to you if your employer offers you a 403(b) or a 457 plan. The terms and conditions of these types of accounts are

Uthman ibn Affan  – Allah be pleased with him – is one of the most prominent Companions of the Prophet (peace be upon him), and one of the few known to have been remarkably wealthy. Let’s explore some aspects of his relationship with money. The early life and trade of Uthman

How do you spend your time? For most of us, this usually involves some combination of sleep, work, sustenance, education, prayer, exercise, and leisure. Balancing all of these activities is one of life’s great struggles. Work is perhaps the area we have the least control over, as the majority

If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s the importance of a good chair and a stable wifi connection. Aside from that, though, the pandemic has allowed a whole host of investors to get to grips with building wealth. More and more millennials and zoomers alike enjoy the benefits

Retail investing has surged over the last two years, primarily due to the pandemic, as people found they had more cash in their wallets and more time on their hands. Within 5 minutes, an amateur investor can now purchase stocks in the largest companies in the world. This was supported

We know that emotions play a role in making financial decisions. As much as we’d like to think that personal finance is as easy as “spend less than you earn and save the rest,” there’s a whole lot of nuance that goes along with it, and it’ll

Investing has become THE go-to topic, dominating group chats and financial choices across the globe. Unlike the 2008 recession, we’re seeing a rise in retail investors dictating market performance. More than 15 million Americans downloaded a trading app during the pandemic - with 6 million Americans downloading a trading

You have big financial goals for yourself and your family but for some reason, they don’t seem to translate into your everyday lives. Why might you ask? I’m going to share a fundamental framework to help you achieve your shared financial goals and what has fueled my family’

Millions of people started investing for the first time in 2020, and for many of them, it was excellent timing. The market saw tremendous gains as companies bounced back from the pandemic-induced crash in March 2020. To illustrate this, the S&P 500 index, which is widely used as

Do you have money taken out of your paycheck every month that you're hoping to see again when you put your feet up and stop working? Are you hoping this money will help cover your costs in retirement? I’d suggest you reconsider that plan. Social Security (US)