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from issues such as unclear interpretation of Shariah, differences between Shariah
scholars, or lack of expertise in Shariah compliance.
2. Credit Risk: This is the risk that a borrower may not be able to repay their
debt, resulting in a loss for the lender. This risk is faced by both conventional and
Islamic finance, but in Islamic finance, the ruling on interest or riba may affect the
repayment process. The borrower must pay back the principal amount and, in some
cases, a predetermined or agreed-upon profit margin. In case of default, the lender
may bear the loss instead of charging interest.
3. Market Risk: Market risk refers to the risk of losses due to changes in market
conditions. In Islamic finance, market risk is associated with commodity-based
transactions such as murabahah or mudarabah, where the price fluctuations of the
underlying asset can impact the profitability of the transaction.
4. Liquidity Risk: Liquidity risk refers to the risk that an investor may not be
able to sell an asset or access funds when needed. In Islamic finance, liquidity risk
can arise because of the lack of a secondary market or limited participation of
conventional banks.
5. Operational Risk: This is the risk of loss due to internal operational failures
such as fraud, errors, system failures, or human errors. Operational risk in Islamic
finance is similar to conventional finance, but the application of Shariah-compliant
methods and processes may require additional due diligence and monitoring.
In conclusion, Islamic finance faces risks like any other financial system.
However, the specific nature of Shariah compliance and the use of profit-and-loss-
sharing arrangements can lead to unique challenges in managing risks. Appropriate
measures such as having a strong governance framework, due diligence of Shariah-
compliance, and providing adequate liquidity can mitigate these risks and promote
sustainable growth in Islamic finance.