Sukuk market set for H2 recovery as GCC issuers return: Moody’s

Moody’s projects a gradual recovery for the global sukuk market in the second half of 2026, with total annual issuance expected to reach approximately $280 billion. The growth is largely attributed to the anticipated return of issuers from the Gulf Cooperation Council to the market.

Projections indicate that issuance volumes will likely range between $140 billion and $150 billion during the latter half of the year. This forecast suggests a stabilizing trend for Islamic financial instruments following previous market fluctuations.