At-tijaroh: Jurnal Ilmu Manajemen dan Bisnis Islam
Vol 12, No 1 (2026): JUNI 2026

Reconstructing Islamic E-Business Ethics: A Maqashid-Based Framework For Ethical Decision-Making In Digital Markets

Johari Johari (Sultan Syarif Kasim State Islamic University Riau)
Herdifa Herdifa (Islamic Institute of Imam Syafii)
Dahri Ramadhan (Al-Azhar University)
Abdul Habib (Najran University)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study addresses the growing ethical challenges in digital markets, including algorithmic manipulation, data exploitation, and deceptive interface design, which are not adequately covered by conventional Islamic business ethics. The research aims to develop a maqashid-based framework for ethical decision-making in Islamic e-business. This study employs a qualitative conceptual approach using literature review and maqashid al-shariah analysis to examine ethical issues in digital business practices. The findings reveal that existing Islamic ethical frameworks remain largely normative and lack operational mechanisms to address complex digital environments. In response, this study proposes a multi-layered maqashid-based framework that integrates foundational maqashid principles, ethical dimensions, application areas, and decision indicators. This framework transforms maqashid into an operational tool for evaluating digital business practices beyond formal compliance. The study contributes to the advancement of Islamic e-business ethics by offering a practical and context-sensitive model applicable to digital market systems.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

attijaroh

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

FOCUS This journal focused on Islamic Management and Business studies and contemporary developments through the publication of articles by research. SCOPE At-tijaroh specializes in Islamic Management and Business studies and is intended to communicate original research and current issues on the ...