Words of Wisdom - the Editor

Peace.
Got busy with a new project. So couldn’t add more news. Although I came across a fine article by a brother on the history and future of Islamic Banking. I was surprised to know that Islamic banking had beginnings in 1975. Wow. That’s almost as early as my birth. And I guess if there are enough like minded people any idea is bound to grow. I too used to wonder if I can invest without plunging into interest based transactions.

UK I noticed is taking some fine initiatives to promote Shariah Finance. Also came across a western brother or atleast who calls Muslims his brothers and sisters but laughs cynically at the DOW Islamic index as 'bending backwards' to accommodate those guys who have four wives and cut of peoples hands. O well some people just don't get it, do they?

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Shariah-compliant Investment Company Amara launches today

Newhaven Investments House announces today the launch of Amara Holdings Inc ('Amara' or 'the Company'), a Shariah-compliant investment company which focuses on pre-IPO, private equity and private placement opportunities predominantly in China, as well as MENA and India. Amara has already made its first investment into China with its key strategic partner, Pan China Construction Group.

Prominent GCC investors have already committed a significant amount of capital to Amara. These include Khalid Al-Mukairin Group (KSA), Al Sorayai Group (KSA) and Ahmed Alkhemeiri (UAE). Two further GCC investors, Mohammed Alkhalil (KSA) Ahmad Al Omani (Kuwait) are also Amara Board members.

The Company invests in sectors that are fundamental to the domestic economies and growth of the target regions such as agriculture, consumer staples, utilities, industrial, real estate and service related businesses. Key strategic partnerships are already in place with prominent Chinese, Indian and MENA partners ensuring a strong deal pipeline. This strategy will ensure that Amara will be resilient to any global downturn.

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