The State & Future of the Australian Islamic Economy

For the first time, Australia's Shariah-compliant economy has been measured in full — its scale, its growth, and where it is heading next. Produced by Salaam with Salaam Gateway. 

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An economy approaching $10 billion has been hiding in plain sight. This report is the first to map it — sector by sector — and to set the agenda for what comes next. 

What the data shows

Six sectors, one definitive benchmark

The report brings together data and analysis across the sectors that make up Australia's Islamic economy — establishing a reference point that will be tracked year on year.

$9.8 bn

Projected Value

The estimated scale of Australia's Islamic economy by 2028, spanning finance, food, travel, fashion and more.

 

 

+467%

Travel Growth

The standout growth story — the rise of Muslim-friendly travel and tourism in the Australian market.

Top tier

Halal Export

Australia ranks among the world's leading halal food exporters.

Untapped

Islamic Finance

A market constrained by regulatory parity — and the opportunity that closing the gap represents.

Emerging hub

Modest Fashion

Australian designers positioning in a fast-growing global modest-fashion market. 

Global reach

Media & Creators

Australian Muslim creators and media finding audiences well beyond our borders.