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Understanding the Islamic pawnbroking ecosystem
Ar-Rahnu is an Islamic pawnbroking service that provides Shariah-compliant short-term financing to individuals and businesses. It allows customers to pledge their gold or precious jewelry as collateral for a cash loan, without charging interest, which is prohibited in Islamic finance.
The word "Ar-Rahnu" comes from Arabic, meaning "pawning" or "collateral." This financial instrument is based on the Islamic principles of Qard (interest-free loan), Rahn (collateral), Wadiah (safekeeping), and Ujrah (safekeeping fee).
Unlike conventional pawnshops that charge interest, Ar-Rahnu operators charge a safekeeping fee based on the value of the collateral rather than the loan amount, making it compliant with Islamic law.
The customer brings gold jewelry or precious metals to an Ar-Rahnu operator for valuation by certified appraisers.
The operator offers a loan (typically 60-80% of the item's value) as Qard Hasan (interest-free loan).
The jewelry is kept securely by the operator, who charges a safekeeping fee (Ujrah) based on the item's value.
The customer repays the loan amount plus the safekeeping fee to reclaim their jewelry within the agreed period.
The global Ar-Rahnu market has been growing steadily, particularly in countries with significant Muslim populations. Malaysia leads as the most developed Ar-Rahnu market, followed by Brunei, Indonesia, Singapore, and Middle Eastern countries.
The increasing demand for Shariah-compliant financial products and growing awareness of Islamic finance principles have contributed to the expansion of Ar-Rahnu services worldwide.
Malaysia's Ar-Rahnu industry has evolved significantly since its inception in the 1990s. The market includes a diverse range of operators, from Islamic banks and cooperatives to dedicated Ar-Rahnu institutions.
The industry is well-regulated under Bank Negara Malaysia and the Malaysia Co-operative Societies Commission, providing a stable and trustworthy environment for both operators and customers.
Silsilat connects Ar-Rahnu operators with Shariah-compliant funders, helping operators expand their capacity to serve more customers. Our platform addresses one of the key challenges in the industry: access to capital for growth and sustainability.