The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), a member of the Islamic Development Bank Group, has been ranked #1 globally in Islamic syndicated trade finance for 2025 by Bloomberg and LSEG Data & Analytics. The ranking marks the fifth consecutive year that ITFC has led the Islamic syndications market, confirming its role as a central player in financing trade across OIC member countries.
The Bloomberg and LSEG rankings highlight ITFC’s strength in originating and leading complex Islamic finance deals, supported by its ability to attract and mobilize a diverse global investor base. Complementing this, Refinitiv data also reflects ITFC’s consistent leadership and credibility in the market. These recognitions underscore the corporation’s importance in helping public and private investors worldwide fund trade projects that drive economic growth.
Commenting on the achievement, ITFC Chief Executive Officer Eng. Adeeb Y. Al Aama said:
“Achieving the #1 global ranking in both the Bloomberg and LSEG Data & Analytics Islamic Syndications League Tables in 2025 reflects the strength, consistency, and credibility of ITFC’s syndication platform and global reach.”
Founded in 2008, ITFC’s mission is to advance trade among OIC member countries and improve socioeconomic conditions through financing and capacity-building programs. Over its operational history, the corporation has provided more than US$92 billion in trade finance solutions, positioning it as the leading provider of Islamic trade finance for OIC nations.
The rankings reflect not only ITFC’s ability to structure and lead major syndicated transactions but also the confidence of international investors in its capacity to deliver scalable, Shariah-compliant trade solutions. Analysts say the recognition enhances ITFC’s role in promoting sustainable trade and economic development, particularly in regions where financing options are limited.
“The global ranking demonstrates that ITFC is trusted by the international financial community to originate and lead high-quality Islamic syndicated transactions,” Al Aama added, highlighting the corporation’s “continued trust and commitment” from its syndication partners.
Bloomberg and LSEG Data & Analytics compile their Islamic Syndications League Tables using comprehensive market transaction data, accessed widely by financial institutions. ITFC’s five-year streak at the top of these rankings confirms its enduring influence in the Islamic finance market and its capacity to support trade and economic growth across multiple countries.
