- Islamic Finance and Banking Studies
- Microfinance and Financial Inclusion
- Monetary Policy and Economic Impact
- Market Dynamics and Volatility
- Fiscal Policy and Economic Growth
- Global trade and economics
- International Business and FDI
- Income, Poverty, and Inequality
- Education and Islamic Studies
- Taxation and Compliance Studies
- Energy, Environment, Economic Growth
- Halal products and consumer behavior
- Urban and Rural Development Challenges
- Financial Risk and Volatility Modeling
- Financial Markets and Investment Strategies
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Global Health Care Issues
- Socioeconomic Development in Asia
- Maritime Ports and Logistics
- Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
- Migration and Labor Dynamics
- Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
- Corporate Finance and Governance
- Islamic Finance and Communication
- Economic Growth and Fiscal Policies
University of Detroit Mercy
2023
Tun Hussein Onn University of Malaysia
2013-2022
Pondicherry University
2009-2012
University of Malaya
2008-2010
Purpose This paper aims to investigate the causal nexus between foreign direct investment (FDI) and economic growth in SAARC countries. Design/methodology/approach Johansen's cointegration test was employed examine long‐run relationship Besides, vector error correction model (VECM) countries for years 1970‐2007. Finally, impulse response function (IRF) has been time paths of log (LFDI) one‐unit shock gross domestic product (LGDP) vice versa. Findings The Johansen result establishes a (GDP)...
Purpose This paper aims to explore the relationship between integrity, reputation, trust on awqaf institution and intention endow cash waqf . Design/methodology/approach Quantitative research using survey questionnaire was conducted. A total of 377 completed questionnaires were received analyzed structural equation modeling. Findings show that integrity reputation institutions have direct impact endowers’ institution, which consequently lead Originality/value study provides practical...
Purpose This study aims to explore the steps carried out in implementation of Islamic Quality Management System (QMS) MS 1900 Malacca zakat institution. Design/methodology/approach A case strategy was used process at Zakat Center (MZC). Semi-structured interview with Top Officers, Managers, Shar’iah Officer, Systems Officers and Auditors as main data collection method, it triangulated collected from documents observations. The were analysed by employing thematic analysis method. Findings...
Volatility forecasting is an important area of research in financial markets and immense effort has been made improving volatility models since better forecasts translate themselves into pricing options risk management. In this direction, the present paper attempts to modelling (conditional variance) SENSEX Index returns Indian stock market, using daily data, covering a period from 1st January 1996 29th 2010. The that are considered study range relatively simple GARCH (1,1) model complex...
This paper attempts to analyze the effects of zakat distribution on income inequality and welfare aspects poor Muslim society in Malaysia. The population study is hardcore recipients Selangor. Exploring cross sectional micro level data nine districts Selangor, Malaysia, this adopted Lorenz curve Gini coefficient represent positive measures inequality. However, these do not take into account society. Hence, Atkinson index normative that takes Results have proven effectiveness reducing Whilst...
Cash waqfis an Islamic tool in the Economic System. waqf inculcates culture of giving through Islamicphilanthropy. waqfmust be used as a socio-economic development mechanism to create and develop third sector that is not profit-motivated distinct from private public sectors. Awareness cash contributionand theobligation donate are crucial amongMalaysians. Waqfinstitutions have seriously promotedwaqf financing instruments enhance awareness participation society. However, toward waqfin Malaysia...
The success of awqaf institutions are determined by many factors, among others is good feedback from the endowers either their contribution or repeat endowing. This study investigates perception to endow and factors motivating them endowing in ensuring waqf institution 366 respondents 2014. employs two models multiple linear regression analysis. first model examines determinant influencing intention whereas second internal external repeated endowment future. findings show integrity...
The study examines the intention determinant factors of muzakki to pay zakat. under studied include compliance zakat, trust, knowledge about motivation for paying zakat payment methods, regulation and board management members. framework is based on Theory Planned Behavior. Population 2020 PPZ MAIWP payers. population divided into four sub groups which are: (i) New Zakat Payers, (ii) payers in who more than 2019, (iii) have not paid 5 years or back 2020, (iv) Consistent a minimum period 10...
The study explore the determinants of foreign direct investment in ASEAN countries by employing fixed and random effects models for period 1985-2007. empirical results reveal that market size, GDP per capita, trade openness, infrastructure facilities inflation are found to be most significant factors determining countries. Besides, show level schooling is have positive association with investments, but does not play any role attracting findings indicate governments should adopt incremental...