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Abstract

This study examines the feasibility of establishing a new Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) outlet in the Lawe Alas District, Southeast Aceh, employing a qualitative case study approach that incorporates interviews and observations. Although the economic potential in the agriculture, small trade, and service sectors is considerable, the level of Islamic financial literacy among the community remains low. Financial transactions are predominantly cash-based, and limitations in digital infrastructure pose significant obstacles. The research findings indicate that while demand for Islamic financial services is increasing, the transaction rate has only reached 40% of the population, requiring careful consideration before expansion. This study recommends opening a new outlet, accompanied by efforts to enhance digital literacy, strengthen BSI Link services, and optimize network infrastructure to accelerate Islamic financial inclusion in the region.

Keywords

Bank Syariah Indonesia business feasibility Islamic financial literacy Lawe Alas financial inclusion MSMEs

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Author Biographies

Bengi Asrah, Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatra Utara, Indonesia

Saya bengi asrama mahasiswa semester akhir prodi perbankan syari'ah universitas islam negeri Sumatra Utara umur saya 22 tahun dengan nim 0503212138 dan email saya Bengiasrah941@gmail.com

Kamila Kamila, Universitas IsIam Negeri Sumatra Utara, Indonesia

Saya  Dr. Kamila, S.E., Ak., M.Si, C.A. merupakan dosen tetap di Universitas IsIam negeri Sumatra Utara fakultas ekonomi dan bisnis islam  dengan NIP: 197910232008012014 dan email saya kamila@uinsu.ac.id

Nurwani Nurwani, Universitas IsIam Negeri Sumatra Utara, Indonesia

Saya NURWANI, M.Si merupakan dosen tetap di Universitas IsIam negeri Sumatra Utara fakultas ekonomi dan bisnis islam  dengan NIP:198903262019032010 dan email saya nurwani@uinsu.ac.id

How to Cite
Asrah, B. ., Kamila, K., & Nurwani, N. (2025). Feasibility Analysis for Opening a New Branch of Bank Syariah Indonesia in Lawe Alas Subdistrict, Southeast Aceh Regency. Paradoks : Jurnal Ilmu Ekonomi, 8(3), 946–955. https://doi.org/10.57178/paradoks.v8i3.1445

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