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Positioning American Agribusiness in the Global Halal Supply Chain

With its agricultural strength, the U.S. is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing Halal …

Automation VS Labor Shortages in the Halal Food Industry

When it comes to Halal-certified products, automation can present challenges. Email us at …

The Growth of Halal Meat Supply Chains Across North America

Halal meat supply depends on a series of critical processing steps. Contact us at …

Why This Year’s MIHAS Could Change the Future of Global Halal Business

Beyond the Exhibition Halls, MIHAS 2026 Revealed Where the Global Halal Economy Is Heading Every year, the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) brings together thousands of businesses, …

Top Stories

Halal Fungi in Cosmetics: The Surprising Benefits of Mushrooms in Halal Beauty Products

Halal Fungi in Cosmetics: The Surprising Benefits of Mushrooms in Halal Beauty Products

Meet Wasabih: An Innovative Platform for Professionals in the Halal Economy

Meet Wasabih: An Innovative Platform for Professionals in the Halal Economy

Benefits of Hemp Oil

Benefits of Hemp Oil

Emerging Trends from The Natural Products Expo East Show

Emerging Trends from The Natural Products Expo East Show


Islamic Finance/Fintech

Kazakhstan`s ITS Secures Favorable Shariah Compliance Opinion as Islamic Investment Offering Expands

Astana, Kazakhstan, September 8, 2026 – Kazakhstan-based international trading …

Commercial Bank of Ceylon Announces Islamic Banking in Bangladesh

Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC announced it would inaugurate Islamic banking …

Where Is All The Islamic Wealth Going?

Quick answer:  Global Islamic finance assets hit 5.98 trillion USD in 2024, …
Aerial view of the Tema cityscape in Greater Accra, Ghana, the region where the Bank of Ghana inaugurated its Non-Interest Financial Advisory Council.

Bank of Ghana Inaugurates Non-Interest Financial Advisory Council

The Bank of Ghana inaugurated a five-member Non-Interest Financial Advisory Council at Bank Square …
Aerial view of the Tema cityscape in Greater Accra, Ghana, the region where the Bank of Ghana inaugurated its Non-Interest Financial Advisory Council.

Bank of Ghana Inaugurates Non-Interest Financial Advisory Council

Modern glass office towers; Islamic bank assets in the UAE totaled Dh1.4 trillion in June 2026

UAE Islamic Bank Assets Total Dh1.4 Trillion as of June 2026

Jakarta skyline, where Bank Indonesia reported sharia banking financing of Rp720 trillion in June 2026

Indonesia’s Sharia Banking Financing Reaches Rp720 Trillion

Aerial view of the Islamabad Expressway in Pakistan, where the finance ministry has contracted 16 pension fund managers for the federal Defined Contribution Pension Fund Scheme.

Pakistan Federal Pension Managers Must Offer Shariah-Compliant Funds

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Halal Food

How American Retailers Are Embracing the Growing Halal Consumer Demand

Major U.S. retailers have started carrying some Halal products these days. Contact us at www.isahalal.com/contact to learn more.

Positioning American Agribusiness in the Global Halal Supply Chain

With its agricultural strength, the U.S. is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing Halal market. Contact us at www.isahalal.com/contact & learn …

Automation VS Labor Shortages in the Halal Food Industry

When it comes to Halal-certified products, automation can present challenges. Email us at [email protected], if you are facing a similar issue.

From Seed to Bottle: Understanding Vegetable Oil Processing and Halal Considerations

From Seed to Bottle: Understanding Vegetable Oil Processing and Halal Considerations

Vegetable oils may look similar in a bottle, but their journey from seed, nut, or fruit to finished oil can be very different. Olives, sunflower …
Why Halal Meat is the Next Big Thing in American Grocery Aisles

Why Halal Meat is the Next Big Thing in American Grocery Aisles

Benefits of Hemp Oil

Benefits of Hemp Oil

Global Halal Economy Update: The Facts & Figures

Global Halal Economy Update: The Facts & Figures

Blood as a Food Ingredient

Blood as a Food Ingredient



Halal Shopping Guide

Essential Halal Cooking Utensils for Every Kitchen

A practical halal kitchen starts with suitable utensils, halal ingredients, and a routine that prevents unwanted food residues from reaching meals. …

Oman Targets 7% Annual Growth in Halal Products and Services Sector

A three-day halal tourism workshop opened in Salalah on September 1, 2026, and Muscat Daily reported a target of 7 percent yearly growth for Oman’s …

Oman to Hold Three-Day Halal Tourism Workshop in Salalah

Oman’s Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion is to hold a three-day workshop on halal tourism in Salalah with the Standards and …

Top Eco-Friendly Reusable Products for Halal Households

Top Eco-Friendly Reusable Products for Halal Households

Reusable products can help a halal household cut disposable waste, but a useful purchase starts with a specific need. Keep a sound bottle, bag or food container in service before replacing it with …
Innovative Containers for Halal Meal Prep

Innovative Containers for Halal Meal Prep

Top 10 Kitchen Gadgets for the Halal Home Cook

Essential Halal Cooking Utensils for Every Kitchen

Essential Halal Cooking Utensils for Every Kitchen

Omani Halal Products Markets

Oman Targets 7% Annual Growth in Halal Products and Services Sector


Kazakhstan`s ITS Secures Favorable Shariah Compliance Opinion as Islamic Investment Offering Expands

Astana, Kazakhstan, September 8, 2026 – Kazakhstan-based international trading platform ITS has received a favourable Shariah compliance opinion …

Commercial Bank of Ceylon Announces Islamic Banking in Bangladesh

Commercial Bank of Ceylon announced an August 23, 2026 Islamic banking launch in Bangladesh, where conventional banks’ Islamic windows are gaining …

Where Is All The Islamic Wealth Going?

Quick answer:  Global Islamic finance assets hit 5.98 trillion USD in 2024, growing 21 percent in a single year. The money is moving into four places …

Modern glass office towers in Astana, Kazakhstan, under a partly cloudy sky.

Kazakhstan’s Halyk Bank Puts Islamic Banking Licence to Vote

Halyk Bank of Kazakhstan JSC, which describes itself as the country’s largest lender by total assets, has asked shareholders to authorise the bank to apply for an Islamic banking operations …

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Bank of Ghana Inaugurates Non-Interest Financial Advisory Council

UAE Islamic Bank Assets Total Dh1.4 Trillion as of June 2026

Indonesia’s Sharia Banking Financing Reaches Rp720 Trillion

Pakistan Federal Pension Managers Must Offer Shariah-Compliant Funds

SECP Issues Corporate Sukuk Guidebook to Standardize Documentation



Halal Marketing

Is Digital Marketing Halal or Haram in Islam?

In today’s digital age, ‘digital marketing’ has emerged as a key strategy for businesses aiming to reach and engage with their …

Programmatic Guaranteed vs Preferred Deals

As programmatic advertising continues to evolve, advertisers are no longer limited to open auctions and real-time bidding alone. Many brands and …

Why the Future of the Halal Economy Will Be Decided by Storytellers

Every halal business begins with an intention. Before the factory.Before the funding round.Before the certificate on the wall. There is a moment when …

How Food Brands Can Market to Muslims

How Food Brands Can Market to Muslims

Consumers are more conscious than ever about where their food comes from—and Muslim consumers are no exception. In her latest column, Ogilvy Noor’s Shelina Janmohamed explains why brands cannot afford …
Top 5 Halal Business Ideas for 2024

Top 25 Halal Business Ideas To Try in 2026

Top 10 Halal Businesses You Can Start Right Now

Top 10 Halal Businesses You Can Start Right Now

How to Start an Abaya Business?

How to Start an Abaya Business?

47 Rejections to Rocket Fuel: A Gen Z Grad's AI Hack for Conquering 2025's Job Jungle

47 Rejections to Rocket Fuel: A Gen Z Grad’s AI Hack for Conquering 2025’s Job Jungle


Economy Watch

Malaysia and Indonesia Join Forces on Halal Trade, With an ASEAN Halal Council in Sight

Malaysia and Indonesia Join Forces on Halal Trade, With an ASEAN Halal Council in Sight

MIHAS 2026 AI Platform Generates 22,000+ Appointments

MIHAS 2026 AI Platform Generates 22,000+ Appointments

How Gulf and South Asian Businesses Could Shape Malaysia’s Next Halal Export Wave

Why This Year’s MIHAS Could Change the Future of Global Halal Business


Halal Tourism

What is Halal Tourism?

Halal tourism is travel planned around a Muslim traveler’s religious needs, including halal food, prayer, modesty, and avoiding prohibited activities. …

Top 10 Most Liveable Cities in the Muslim World in 2026

Ask most “best Muslim cities” rankings what they’re actually measuring, and the honest answer is usually tourism appeal — halal …

Elevated Exclusivity: Experiencing the Magic of the Amalfi Coast Away From the Summer Crowds

There is a specific kind of light that exists only along the fifty-kilometer stretch of coastline in the Campania region of Italy. It is a light that …

Halal Consumables — A Prominent Niche During Hajj

Halal Consumables — A Prominent Niche During Hajj

Every adult healthy Muslim with financial stability is expected to perform Hajj once in a lifetime. Performed in the city of Mecca, Hajj replenishes the faith of Muslims as the fifth pillar of Islam. …
Back to Basics: The Farm Stays and Agritourism Trend

Back to Basics: The Farm Stays and Agritourism Trend

Halal airline meals

Airline Halal Meals: Complete Guide for Muslim Travelers

Halal Holidays Guide

Exploring Halal Holidays: A Comprehensive Guide to Muslim-Friendly Travel

What is Halal Tourism?

What is Halal Tourism?



Modest Fashion

Modest Fashion Eyes a Broader Global Market at MIHAS

KUALA LUMPUR — There was plenty of colour on the runway at MIHAS Modest Fashion Week on Wednesday. But the more interesting story was what was being …

How to Choose the Right Fabrics for Modest Fashion?

Choose fabrics for modest fashion by checking opacity, drape, fit, and comfort in the finished garment. Cotton, linen, jersey, chiffon, silk, and …

Modest Fashion: A Style Guide for the Modern Muslim Woman

A practical modest wardrobe starts with suitable coverage, opaque fabric, a loose fit, and clothing that stays in place during everyday movement. For …

Halal Certification in Fashion: Assessing Leather and Fur Products

Halal Certification in Fashion: Assessing Leather and Fur Products

In the world of fashion, two materials have always been known for their timeless style, luxurious appeal, and durability. These two magnificent materials are leather and fur, but as the fashion …

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Modest Activewear Manufacturers Private Label

Alcohol-Free Halal Setting Sprays for Long Iftars

What Challenges Are Fashion Collections Facing for the Upcoming Ramadan?

How to Start a Successful Hijab Business?


Halal Cosmetics

Nails Can Be Beautiful, Healthy and Halal

Can nail polish be Halal certified? Please contact ISA to learn about Halal nail polishes: [email protected]

Are Vegan Cosmetics Halal?

Vegan cosmetics are not automatically halal. A vegan claim concerns animal-derived ingredients and, depending on the scheme, animal testing and …

Not All Halal Certifications Are Equal: What Consumers and Businesses Must Know in 2026

The Most Misunderstood Label in the $5 Trillion Halal Economy Walk into any supermarket—from Tokyo to Dubai—and you’ll see halal logos everywhere. To …

Halal Fungi in Cosmetics: The Surprising Benefits of Mushrooms in Halal Beauty Products

Halal Fungi in Cosmetics: The Surprising Benefits of Mushrooms in Halal Beauty Products

In the world of beauty and cosmetics, the inclusion of Organic and ethically sourced ingredients has become a growing trend. One suchingredientthat is captivating theHalalbeautyindustry ismushrooms. …
Breathable Nail Polish UK Brands & Reviews

Breathable Nail Polish UK Brands & Reviews

Halal Beauty Products for Ramadan

Top 10 Halal Beauty Products for Ramadan

Ramadan Rejuvenation Beauty and Self-Care Tips for the Holy Month.jpg

The Best Beauty Products For Muslim Women This Ramadan

Halal Qatar Festival 2025

Halal Qatar Festival 2025- Islamic Culture in Doha


Halal Certification

The Economic Power of Halal Certification in Southeast Asia: What You Need to Know

Halal certification is very prominent in SE Asia. Contact [email protected] to enter the SE Asian Halal market with ease.

Meet Wasabih: An Innovative Platform for Professionals in the Halal Economy

ISA Halal has met with Wasabih, an innovative company in the global Halal industry. To know more please contact [email protected]

Emerging Trends from The Natural Products Expo East Show

The Natural Products Expo was a tremendous influencer for the Halal consumers. To know more please email [email protected]

The Development of Halal Certification in Brazil and Opportunities for Export Markets

The Development of Halal Certification in Brazil and Opportunities for Export Markets

How Halal Certification Benefits Businesses and Consumers

How Halal Certification Benefits Businesses and Consumers

Halal Industry Networking

Halal Industry Networking

Shaklee Halal Products : Exclusive Interview with ISA

Shaklee Halal Products : Exclusive Interview with ISA


Video

Mexico’s Halal Food Industry

Inside Mexico’s Halal Food Industry: Untapped Opportunities for Global Halal Brands

Will AI Make Creative Workers Redundant?

Will AI Make Creative Workers Redundant?

What is Halal Meat? (Video)

What is Halal Meat? (Video)

exploring halal ways to invest in the us and beyond

Exploring Halal Ways To Invest in the US and Beyond

A Time for Growth: An Interview with Mohammed Kateeb

How Is Islamic Finance Failing the Real Test?

halal quality certification croatia

Croatian Halal Industry Offering Immense Investment Opportunities

How Is Technology Shaping the Future of Islamic Fintech? A Talk With Moazzem Chowdhury at Millennium

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