The findings of Thomson Reuters' and Zawya's Sukuk Perceptions and Forecast Study have been released. The study was conducted in November this year and focuses on a survey of sukuk lead arrangers and investors conducted in August and September 2012. The primary empirical data have been used as a base for forward-looking analytics on the appetites and preferences of sukuk investors for 2013 and beyond. The study states that global captive sukuk demand is likely to to double from $240 billion in 2012 to reach $421 billion by 2016.