Western banks should explore business prospects in Islamic countries, which have unique rules regarding economics but represent a large, untapped market. Islamic banking prohibits interest charges, and emphasizes fair distribution of wealth. Islamic banks, which have nearly $100 billion in assets, focus on trade finance, leasing, equity sharing and profit sharing. US banks also can establish investment funds that abide by Islamic rules., U.S. banks looking for high-growth opportunities might consider fathoming the mysteries of Islam. With one billion people adhering to the Islamic faith, and becoming increasingly devout by the day, it [...]