The Muslim Pound

Author: Zaid Patel

Discover The Muslim Pound's potential as we spotlight inspiring entrepreneurs and community leaders. Join us for insightful conversations as we explore the challenges and successes of building successful businesses and positively impacting our communities through The Muslim Pound
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Why Muslims Can’t Afford Homes Anymore & The Hidden Solution | Youness Abidou
Friday, 12 September, 2025

Join the movement: themuslimpound.comA Movement which establishes and promotes intentional spending within the Muslim Circular EconomyHow can Muslims build wealth ethically in 2025?In this eye-opening conversation, Youness Abidou, co-founder of Nester, explains why property has always been the backbone of Muslim wealth but why the traditional path of home ownership is slipping further out of reach. He shares how fractional investing is giving Muslims new ways to grow wealth without falling into debt traps or unethical finance.Youness breaks down the reality of the UK housing crisis, the principles of Sharia-compliant finance, and the challenges of running a fintech that puts community impact before profit. From non-Muslim investors backing Nester to the power of circulating the Muslim pound, he uncovers both the opportunities and the obstacles ahead.This is not just about property. It is about building trust, creating halal financial alternatives, and ensuring Muslims invest in each other. It is a call to think long-term, support our institutions, and keep barakah at the heart of wealth building.00:52 Why Muslims turn to property and why it’s harder than ever06:24 The new mindset of young Muslims towards investing12:11 Why Nester chose property over crypto or gold17:19 The problem that sparked the creation of Nester26:29 The struggles of funding an Islamic fintech startup31:14 How a non-Muslim investor kickstarted Nester with £5 million39:40 Inside the daily life and challenges of a CEO53:51 Burnout, balance, and advice for young Muslim entrepreneurs1:10:03 The meaning of the Muslim Pound and Nester’s future vision🔔 Don’t forget to follow and share to help strengthen the Muslim community and build an economy of dignity and strength!#TheMuslimPound #Podcast #IslamicFinance #HalalInvesting #MuslimEconomy #FaithDrivenImpact #Nester