Islamic Banking in Bangladesh: Trends and Insights

Authors

  • Riazul Haque Joint Director, Bangladesh Bank (Central Bank of Bangladesh), Bangladesh

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15129179

Keywords:

islamic banking, shariah-compliant, financial inclusion, economic development, growth trends, market performance

Abstract

Islamic banking in Bangladesh has become an essential component of the financial system, witnessing consistent growth over time and transforming the country’s financial sector through Shariah-compliant banking practices. This paper examines key trends, market performance, and the contributions of Islamic banking to economic development. This study also provides a literature review on the evolution of Islamic banking, consistent growth with customer perception and concludes with insights into challenges facing the industry. This paper also shows the contribution of Islamic banking towards financial inclusion, economic development, and poverty reduction. This study further provides valuable insights into the role of Islamic finance in Bangladesh’s economic landscape by examining the performance of Islamic banking in the country.

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Published

28-03-2025

How to Cite

Haque, R. (2025). Islamic Banking in Bangladesh: Trends and Insights. Social Science Journal for Advanced Research, 5(2), 68–75. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15129179

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