As investor demand for Shariah-compliant finance continues to grow, the Sukuk market is gaining strong momentum, driven by increased sovereign and corporate activity, broader sustainability objectives, and deepening liquidity in Islamic financial markets.
Today, Sukuk issuers are looking for venues that offer efficient access to global capital, backed by robust regulatory support and market infrastructure. A streamlined listing process, transparency and visibility to international investors are key to enabling successful issuance.
Over the past decade, the Sukuk market has expanded to include a broader issuer base. From sovereigns and multilateral institutions to corporates in sectors such as real estate, aviation and energy.
Recent listings on Euronext reflect this diversification:
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Islamic Development Bank – $2 billion (May 2024)
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Aercap – $500 million (October 2024)
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Aldar Investment Properties LLC – $500 million (May 2024)
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Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector – $500 million (February 2024)
Additionally, sustainable and ESG-linked Sukuk have emerged as a powerful tool to align Islamic finance with climate goals and responsible investment practices. Since 2019, Green Sukuk listings have increased by over 340%, driven by both issuer ambition and investor appetite. Institutions such as the Islamic Development Bank, Dubai Islamic Bank and Emirates Islamic Bank have all issued ESG Sukuk in recent years, raising significant volumes for impact-driven initiatives.
How Euronext supports Sukuk issuers
With over 120 Sukuk listed by over 50 issuers, and more than €190 billion raised, Euronext Dublin has become a leading venue for Shariah-compliant issuers seeking access to international capital markets.
Euronext offers:
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Fast-track, efficient listing process
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Direct engagement with regulatory and listing experts
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Reduced disclosure requirements for qualifying issuers
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No extra documentation or ongoing obligations
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Passporting options across EU jurisdictions
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Transparent and competitive fees
Our platform is designed to provide clarity, certainty and speed, enabling issuers to meet market windows and investor demand without unnecessary administrative burden.
Euronext remains committed to supporting the Islamic finance ecosystem, and would be happy to discuss this further, should you have any questions.
Want to learn more?
Visit our dedicated webpage and get in touch with the Euronext team.