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Sanction Fears Prevent Indonesian QR Payment Linkage, Russia Says

Russian ambassador Sergei Tolchenov says that Indonesian banks are afraid of secondary sanctions when asked about possible QRIS linkage.
Business Sep 1, 2026 | 8:35 pm

BI Says Banks Aren’t Taking More Risks Despite Rapid Credit Growth

Indonesia’s bank credit grew 13.6% in July, but BI said strong lending has not been driven by excessive risk-taking.
Business Aug 31, 2026 | 11:08 am

BI Governor Nominee Destry Lays Out Five-Point Agenda for Stability and Growth

Destry Damayanti lays out a five-point agenda focused on stability, growth, foreign exchange oversight and inclusive finance.
Business Aug 26, 2026 | 2:32 pm

Bank Credit Growth Soars 13.6%, but Businesses Hold Back Borrowing

Indonesia’s bank credit growth accelerated to 13.58% in July, but Rp2.548 quadrillion in approved loans remained undisbursed.
Business Aug 20, 2026 | 1:53 pm

More Indonesians Buy Now, Pay Later

This debt financing allows people to immediately make purchases while postponing the payment until a future date.
Business Aug 10, 2026 | 4:23 pm

Prabowo Picks Destry Damayanti as Sole Candidate for BI Governor

Destry's rise to being the official Bank Indonesia governor hinges on lawmakers' approval.
Business Aug 10, 2026 | 1:50 pm

BNI Earns Rp 10.75 Trillion in H1 as Loan Growth Accelerates

BNI posted a 6.5% rise in first-half profit as lending growth nearly doubled the banking industry's average.
Business Aug 5, 2026 | 11:05 am

Indonesia’s Rich Are Saving More While Millions Struggle to Put Money Aside

Indonesia's bank deposit growth is set to slow in 2026 as households struggle to save, while gains are driven by wealthy depositors.
Business Aug 3, 2026 | 12:19 pm

BCA Posts Rp 29.5 Trillion First-Half Profit Despite Margin Pressure

BCA's first-half profit rose 1.8% as strong fee income offset weaker net interest income amid elevated interest rates.
Business Jul 28, 2026 | 7:44 pm

BNI Plans Rp 627 Billion Share Buyback

Bank Negara Indonesia plans a Rp 627 billion share buyback after its stock fell 24% this year despite solid earnings and loan growth.
Business Jul 28, 2026 | 2:46 pm

Bank Mandiri's First-Half Profit Jumps 24% on Strong Loan Growth

Bank Mandiri posted a 24% rise in first-half profit, as loan and deposit growth outpaced that of Indonesia's banking industry.
Business Jul 23, 2026 | 5:58 pm

OJK Denies Foreign Banks Are Pulling Funds From Indonesia

Indonesia's OJK says foreign banks are not pulling out of the country, describing recent fund transfers as routine profit repatriation.
Business Jul 8, 2026 | 5:47 pm

Indonesia Regulator Says No Mass Layoffs in Banking Sector

Indonesia's banking regulator says KB Bank's layoffs are part of a restructuring plan and do not reflect conditions across the banking sector.
Business Jul 8, 2026 | 5:26 pm

KB Bank Indonesia Eliminates 662 Jobs in Technology-Driven Turnaround

The number of KB Bank's sub-branches fell from 141 to 120, and full-service branches decreased from 29 to 28,
Business Jul 6, 2026 | 6:53 pm

Bank Jakarta Sticks to First-Half 2027 IPO Plan

Bank Jakarta remains on track for a first-half 2027 IPO as it strengthens its business fundamentals and digital capabilities.
Business Jun 30, 2026 | 8:55 pm

OJK Warns Banks of Credit Risks Amid Layoffs, Weakening Consumer Spending

Indonesia’s banking regulator warned of rising credit risks from layoffs and weaker consumer spending despite strong capital buffers.
Business Jun 24, 2026 | 7:27 pm

Japan-Backed ADB Invests in Indonesia’s Human Capital

As many as 399 Indonesian awardees have joined the ADB-Japan Scholarship Program from 1988 to 2024.
Business Jun 20, 2026 | 1:06 pm

Prabowo Urges State Banks to Prioritize Public Impact Over Profits

Prabowo urged state banks to expand credit access and ensure MSMEs receive fair financing, not just profits.
Business Jun 18, 2026 | 10:48 pm

Economist: BI’s Rate Hike Seeks to Prevent Confidence Crisis

Bank Indonesia's surprise rate hike underscores mounting rupiah pressure, but economists warn monetary policy alone is not enough.
Business Jun 11, 2026 | 5:10 pm