AL-MUZARA'AH

Revisiting Mudharabah Investment Account and Proposal for Improvement – Case of Indonesia

2024-12-27T10:24:17+07:00

The rapid growth of Islamic banks is accompanied by various innovations in Islamic financial transactions which generally seem to follow the product diversity and risk profile of conventional banks. This innovation is also carried out in the application of mudharabah particularly in the Profit-Sharing Investment Account (PSIA). Mudharabah, whose original form is equity, has been adapted by Islamic banks by treating it just like a normal deposit whith the exception that the profit is calcualted based on a ratio, resulting difficulties to distinguish it from conventional bank deposits which are debt in nature. This research aims to evaluate the implementation of mudharabah in PSIA in Indonesia, by conducting field survey and interviews with parties whom responsible for managing it and comparing it with Sharia Standard issued by Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) and fatwas of National Sharia Council of Indonesian Ulama Council (DSN-MUI). The research revealed that although PSIA return is calculated using profit distribution ratio (as mudharabah core feature), it lacks other main features of mudharabah, be it in its nature or profit or loss determination method. To rectify this deviation, this research proposes an operational model of mudharabah termed “the Quasi Equity Model", which meets the main features of mudharabah as envisaged by AAOIFI and DSN-MUI. This study contributes to the field of Islamic finance by not only identifying existing discrepancies but also proposing a practical model for addressing them, thus aligning it back to sharia principles within Islamic banking practices.

Improving the Quality of Life of People with Disability through Zakat: A Zakat Utilization Model Canvas Perspective

2024-12-27T10:24:14+07:00

Islam upholds the principle of equality for all individuals, regardless of their disability status. The sole distinction between people lies in their level of piety. However, in reality, people with disabilities (PWD) continue to face various forms of discrimination, ranging from education and employment to societal stigma, hindering their ability to improve their quality of life. Furthermore, the exclusion of PWD from the economy can result in a national GDP loss of up to 7% per year. Zakat optimization presents a potential solution to enhance the lives of PWD. In this context, PWD can be classified under the asnaf of fakir (the poor) and/or miskin (the destitute). Their categorization as fakir stems from their limitations in meeting basic needs, while their classification as miskin is supported by data and research indicating a strong correlation between disability and poverty. Unfortunately, the attention given to PWD within the zakat system remains relatively low. Therefore, employing a qualitative research methodology, this paper delves into the distribution of zakat in the disability sector and proposes an integrated distribution model for PWD. This model entails grouping PWD based on their age and work capabilities before providing appropriate assistance. Additionally, utilizing the Zakat Utilization Model Canvas (ZUMC), this paper explores the ideal planning framework for disability programs that can be implemented by zakat institutions. ZUMC adopts a holistic approach, considering not only the commercial aspects of programs but also the empowerment of mustahik (zakat recipients) in each element. This paper aims to contribute to the still-limited research on zakat and disability in Indonesia.

Evaluating Islamic Bank Efficiency and Productivity in ASEAN: Does Technological Advancement Play a Role?

2024-12-27T10:24:11+07:00

Amid the economic crises triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, sustainable financial systems have become essential for resilience and recovery, particularly in ASEAN countries where Islamic banks play a crucial role in economic stability. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the performances of the Islamic Bank in the ASEAN countries in terms of both efficiency and productivity. This study provides insights into 33 Islamic banks in Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, Thailand, and the Philippines from 2015 to 2022. This study employs the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) technique and the Malmquist Productivity Index (MPI) to simultaneously attain elevated levels of efficiency and productivity. The result shows that Maybank Islamic Berhad was considered the most efficient and productive Islamic Bank within ASEAN countries. In terms of significant elements, it was discovered that shifts in technology capabilities have a greater magnitude of effect on Islamic banking productivity in ASEAN than shifts in innovation strategies and operational efficiencies. The findings also show that Islamic banks in ASEAN region experienced a growth in banking performance during the research period. This implies that the Islamic banking sector demonstrated enhanced performance despite the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study suggests that all ASEAN Islamic banks must continue to enhance the quality of their technology in order to raise their efficiency and generate more productivity in the future.

Determinants of Food Waste Behavior in Muslim Household Food Consumption in Indonesia

2024-12-27T10:24:08+07:00

Islam forbids wasteful behavior in all activities, yet Indonesia, with the world's largest Muslim population, is the second largest contributor to food loss and waste, with household consumption being the largest contributor. This study examines the factors influencing tabzir (food waste) behavior in Indonesian Muslim households and their relationship with religiosity in reducing tabzir behavior. The method used was a survey of 529 Muslim household respondents, and data analysis was performed using the structural equation modeling–partial least squares (SEM-PLS) approach. The results showed that routine shopping and eating habits had a positive impact on food waste; the worse the shopping behavior and eating habits, the more food wasted. On the other hand, awareness, religiosity, religious norms, and knowledge negatively influence food waste. Thus, the better the level of awareness, knowledge, religiosity, and religious norms, the less food is wasted. While awareness, knowledge, religiosity, and religious norms can help lessen food waste, they are insufficient without regulations on unethical consumption.

Digital Transparency and Consumer Awareness: Digital Platforms for Educating Consumers about Product Origins and Sustainability

2024-12-27T10:24:05+07:00

This paper investigates the role of digital transparency in enhancing consumer awareness of product origins and sustainability. As consumers increasingly seek to make informed, ethically aligned purchasing decisions, digital platforms - such as blockchain-enabled systems, mobile apps, and e-commerce sites - offer a medium for brands to communicate supply chain transparency. Through a comprehensive literature review, this article examines how transparency practices impact consumer trust, decision-making, and the adoption of sustainable products. Findings reveal that while digital platforms can significantly influence ethical consumption, their effectiveness depends on the clarity, accessibility, and perceived credibility of information presented. Key challenges, including greenwashing and information overload, can hinder transparency efforts, thereby reducing consumer trust. Additionally, stakeholder theory and the theory of planned behaviour provide insights into the ethical responsibilities of brands and the cognitive factors shaping consumer choices. Practical recommendations are offered, including the need for simplified, interactive transparency tools and collaboration with third-party certifiers to enhance authenticity. The study highlights the importance of evolving digital transparency practices to meet the ethical demands of modern consumers and suggests ways for future research to explore the impact of transparency across diverse consumer segments and regions.

Strategic Financial Planning in the Context of Sharia Principles: A Study of Indonesia’s Sandwich Generation

2024-12-27T10:24:02+07:00

This study investigates the factors influencing the intention of Indonesia's sandwich generation to adopt sharia-compliant financial planning. With a focus on attitudes, knowledge, subjective norms, financial self-efficacy, and religiosity, this research aims to clarify how these elements shape the behavioral intentions of individuals responsible for financially supporting both older and younger family members. Using the Theory of Planned Behavior as a framework, the study conducted a survey across key regions of Java and applied PLS-SEM for data analysis. The findings reveal that while attitudes and knowledge have a limited direct effect on the intention to engage in sharia-compliant financial planning, subjective norms, financial self-efficacy, and religiosity exhibit a significant positive influence. These results underscore the importance of social support, personal financial confidence, and religious values in fostering sharia-compliant financial behavior within this demographic. The study provides insights for policymakers and financial institutions aiming to enhance financial literacy and sharia-compliant practices among Indonesia’s sandwich generation.

Integration between Indonesian Sharia Stock Index and Türkiye Sharia Index Using the Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroscedasticity Model

2024-12-27T10:23:58+07:00

Indonesia and Türkiye are countries with a large number of followers of Islam. These two countries have a lot of cooperation in various activities. This study aims to measure the integration between Islamic capital markets in Indonesia and Türkiye. For the Indonesian Islamic capital market index, the Indonesian Islamic Stock Index (ISSI) is used, while for Türkiye, the Borsa Katilim (KATLM) is used. Using the Generalised Autoregressive Conditional Heteroscedasticity (GARCH) method, it was found that during the observation year, although there was a lot of cooperation, the activities of these two countries were not integrated. This can provide ideas for further research related to why there is a lot of cooperation between countries but it does not result in integration.

Islamic FinTech and MSMEs: The Role of Religiosity and Product Knowledge

2024-12-27T10:23:55+07:00

As the backbone of the national economy which is still struggling with the financing problem, prior studies on the intention to use Islamic FinTech for MSMEs are still rare. This study aims to examine whether both the religiosity (R) and product knowledge (PK) on Islamic FinTech products and services affect the intention to adopt it or not. A total of 100 responses were collected using an online questionnaire and then examined using structural equation modeling (SEM). The results show that subjective norm (SN), perceived usefulness (PU), as well as R, and PK significantly influence the intention to get financing and use the services offered. It is indicated that Indonesian MSMEs actors are getting aware and knowledgeable about sharia compliance of FinTech products. Likewise, the influence of social norms such as religious leaders and or the business environment also strengthens the intention. This means that there is a need for continuous efforts from the stakeholders by cooperating with sharia scholars in improving the Islamic financial literacy in order to eliminate the doubts on the practical side. This needs to be followed by strengthening consumer data protection as well as providing incentives in order to enlarge the industrial market share.

Determinant Factors Influencing the Interest in Halal Certification: The Perspective of MSMEs in Indonesia

2024-12-27T10:23:52+07:00

The halal industry is overgrowing, including in Indonesia, with the largest Muslim population in the world. Indonesia is ranked 19th as a producer and ranked 3rd as a consumer in the global halal industry. Although one of the halal certifications for MSMEs is free, only 1% of MSMEs in Indonesia are already halal certified. This study aims to analyze empirically the factors that influence the intensity of MSMEs in Indonesia to register for halal certification. A quantitative approach is used in this research by distributing questionnaires using the Likert scale to MSMEs. A total of 122 valid data collected were analyzed by adopting SEM-PLS. The analysis found that external factors had a dominant influence on the intention of MSMEs to register their products in halal certification, consumer pressure with a t-statistic of 4.328, and government policies with a t-statistic of 2.976. Moreover, one of the internal factors, awareness, is accepted with a t-statistic of 2.065. Meanwhile, benefits, competitors, and religiosity are not proven to affect halal certification. The data will help plan interventions from the government to encourage MSMEs to register their products in halal certification. The government should focus on assisting halal certification for MSMEs intensively.

Identification of Food Expenditure and Food Security of Muslim Households: Evidence from Indonesian Family Life Survey 2007 and 2014

2024-12-27T10:23:48+07:00

This study examines the impact of religiosity on household food consumption and food security in Indonesia, particularly among Muslim households. Despite the acknowledgment of religious factors in food-related policies, limited research has explored their specific influence on food expenditure and security. Using longitudinal data from the Indonesian Family Life Survey (IFLS) covering 2007 and 2014, this study analyzes food expenditure and food security levels among Muslim households, employing the Propensity Score Matching (PSM) model. The analysis includes variables such as age, education, marital status, employment, and gender. Findings reveal that religiosity negatively influences food expenditure, both in total and per capita, suggesting that religious households tend to spend less on food. Moreover, Muslim households demonstrate higher levels of food security, often reporting moderate or adequate food security, compared to non-religious households. This indicates a potential protective effect of religiosity on food stability. The study recommends integrating financial education programs that emphasize frugality and mindful consumption. Additionally, strengthening community-based support systems, such as zakat and sadaqah, could play a crucial role in improving food assistance and security.