The Effect of Institutional and Shariah Governance on Sukuk and Bond Performance in Asian Region

Purpose: This study investigates the influence of shariah and institutional governance on the performance of sukuk and bonds in the Asian landscape, particularly Malaysia and Indonesia. It aims to unravel the impact of Shariah principles and various aspects of institutional governance (IG) indicators; hence offering a deeper understanding of sukuk and bond performance. Method: Data was collected from 34 companies in Asian region. The study developed and validated the SG index using principle component analysis. Results and Discussion: The findings from panel regression analysis showed that Shariah and institutional governance improve sukuk performance. In addition institutional governance affected bond performance. Indicators of IG affected positively sukuk issuance and return. However, only government effectiveness and rule of law affected the bond issuance. All the indicators affected bond return except voice and accountability. Implications of the Research: The study contributed to the literature by examined both type of governance and compared between their effects. It also developed an SG index for financial and non-financial companies. Improving Shariah governance and institutional governance will enhance sukuk and bond performance. Originality/value: The study contributed to the knowledge by developing an index of shariah governance for financial and non-financial organization.