Global Islamic Bond Market Stays Resilient Despite Geopolitical Volatility
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1452 GMT - The global hard-currency sukuk, or Islamic bond, market remained resilient in the first half of 2026 despite geopolitical and macroeconomic volatility, Fitch Ratings says. Around 82% of Fitch-rated listed hard-currency sukuk were investment grade at the end of June, with no defaults during the period and outstanding Fitch-rated securities exceeding $221 billion. Nearly 95% of sukuk listed on the London Stock Exchange originated from the Middle East, mainly the Gulf, with Saudi Arabia accounting for close to 60%. Renewed regional tensions could weigh on investor sentiment, growth and issuance activity, Fitch says.
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