# economic impacts

Latest news group about economic impacts.

BI Cites US Treasury Yields, $100 Oil as Rupiah Comes under Pressure

The rupiah weakened toward Rp 17,900 as rising US Treasury yields, oil above $100 and portfolio outflows pressured the currency.
Business Sep 24, 2026 | 2:57 pm

Investment Grows More Efficient but Creates Fewer Jobs, Economist Says

Indonesia recorded Rp 1.9312 quadrillion ($108.3 billion) in realized investment in 2025, exceeding the government's full-year target.
Business Sep 23, 2026 | 7:01 am

Rosan Roeslani Confirmed as Keynote Speaker at Investor Daily Summit 2026

Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani will deliver a keynote at Investor Daily Summit 2026, focusing on Indonesia’s economic outlook.
Business Sep 22, 2026 | 3:11 am

Indonesia’s Disaster Resilience Is Key to Economic Competitiveness: Kadin Institute

Kadin urges Indonesia to strengthen economic resilience as Anak Krakatau and karhutla disrupt transport and threaten business continuity.
Business Sep 8, 2026 | 2:27 pm

Forest and Land Fires Could Inflict $6.9b Loss on Indonesia: Celios

Forest and land fires could cost Indonesia up to Rp 123.1 trillion in economic and health losses as blazes continue to spread.
Business Sep 2, 2026 | 5:43 pm

Government Says Perry Warjiyo's Resignation Won't Disrupt Monetary Policy

The government says Bank Indonesia's policies and coordination will continue unchanged despite Perry Warjiyo's resignation.
Business Jul 27, 2026 | 6:16 pm

Rupiah Slides Back Above 18,000 per Dollar After Perry Warjiyo Resigns

The rupiah weakened beyond 18,000 per dollar as investors assessed the surprise resignation of Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo.
Business Jul 27, 2026 | 5:04 pm

UGM Professor Links Mass Layoffs to Trade and Fiscal Policies

An Indonesian economist says trade, fiscal, and tax policies have contributed to layoffs despite solid economic growth.
Business Jul 5, 2026 | 10:20 pm

Bank Indonesia Cuts Foreign Currency Purchase Threshold to $10,000

Indonesia is tightening foreign exchange rules by lowering thresholds for undocumented currency purchases and transfers.
Business Jun 18, 2026 | 7:09 pm

‘Rp 50,000 Isn’t Enough Anymore’: Indonesian Mother Struggles With Rising Food Costs

A mother’s struggle to shop with Rp 50,000 highlights how rising food prices are straining Indonesian households.
News Jun 17, 2026 | 1:43 pm

Higher Mortgage and Auto Loan Rates Expected Within Six Months After BI Hike

The central bank has raised the BI Rate by a cumulative 75 basis points over the past two months as part of efforts to stabilize the rupiah.
Business Jun 14, 2026 | 9:25 pm

Weak Rupiah, Higher Airfares Push Up Umrah Travel Costs in Indonesia

A weaker rupiah and higher airline costs are driving up umrah package prices, though demand among Indonesian pilgrims remains resilient.
News Jun 7, 2026 | 7:18 pm

Gov't Deploys Rp 8 Trillion in Bond Market as Rupiah Weakens Beyond Rp 18,000 a Dollar

Indonesia injected Rp 8 trillion into the bond market as authorities moved to stabilize the rupiah after it weakened past Rp 18,000.
Business Jun 4, 2026 | 2:52 pm

Statistics Chief Defends Strong Q1 Growth Data Amid Skepticism

"We use 2,719 indicators to measure expenditure-side GDP and 841 indicators to measure production-side GDP across Indonesia,” Amalia said.
Business May 29, 2026 | 8:05 am

Rising US Treasury Yields Add Pressure on Rupiah, Economist Says

Higher US Treasury yields and rising investor concerns over Indonesia are adding pressure on the rupiah, an expert says.
Business May 19, 2026 | 5:10 pm

Parliament Finance Chief Warns Against Relying on Market-Calming Rhetoric amid Rupiah Slide

A top lawmaker urged Bank Indonesia to take concrete steps to stabilize the rupiah as the currency nears record lows.
Business May 17, 2026 | 10:42 pm

Activists Criticize Prabowo’s Claim Villagers Are Unaffected by Weak Rupiah

The issue is not whether villagers use dollars or not, but that Indonesia’s economic structure still depends heavily on imports.
Business May 17, 2026 | 4:51 pm

Analyst Warns Rupiah Could Weaken Beyond Rp 18,000 per Dollar This Month

A currency analyst warned the rupiah could weaken to Rp 18,000 per dollar amid rising oil prices and global tensions.
Business May 15, 2026 | 1:06 pm

Indonesia Allows Airlines to Raise Fuel Surcharge to 50% of Fare Ceiling

Indonesia raised the allowable airline fuel surcharge as soaring aviation fuel prices pressure carriers’ operating costs.
Business May 14, 2026 | 10:26 pm