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Indonesian Finance Minister Calls World Bank Projection a ‘Major Mistake’
Indonesia criticizes World Bank’s 4.7% growth forecast, saying it underestimates economic strength and risks negative sentiment.Business Apr 9, 2026 | 10:41 pm
Indonesia Wants to Build Special Financial Center, Independent Regulator Needed
An analyst says that Indonesia can draw lessons from Dubai which already runs a financial center with a dedicated independent regulator.Business Apr 9, 2026 | 4:15 pm
Purbaya to Recheck MBG Motorcycle Plan as Budget Focus Remains on Food
Finance minister says MBG motorcycle proposal was previously rejected and will be reviewed following viral footage.Business Apr 8, 2026 | 7:02 pm
Hajj Costs Climb as Saudi Airlines and Garuda Impose Fuel Surcharges
Hajj costs may rise to Rp50.8 million in 2026 due to oil prices and flight rerouting, but the government will absorb the increase.Business Apr 8, 2026 | 2:59 pm
Purbaya Says Currency Fall Above 17,100 Still Within Fiscal Projections
The finance minister says rupiah fall past 17,100 per dollar was anticipated and remains within fiscal scenarios for the 2026 budget.Business Apr 7, 2026 | 11:10 pm
Rupiah Breaches 17,100 as Hormuz Crisis Sparks Oil Shock
Rupiah drops to Rp 17,105 as escalating Hormuz tensions trigger oil surge, raising inflation risks and pressuring global markets.Business Apr 7, 2026 | 5:50 pm
Purbaya Targets Danantara’s PNM to Streamline Microcredit
Purbaya proposes taking PNM from Danantara to cut KUR costs and turn Rp 40 trillion into revolving funds for MSME lending.Business Apr 7, 2026 | 5:06 pm
Indonesia Sets Zero Import Duties on Aircraft Spare Parts
Indonesia collected around Rp 500 billion ($29.3 million) in aircraft spares import duties throughout 2025.Business Apr 7, 2026 | 9:35 am
Indonesia’s Q1 Budget Deficit Nears 1% of GDP Amid Early-Year Spending Push
The government and the House of Representatives have agreed to cap the full-year 2026 budget deficit at no more than 3% of GDP.Business Apr 6, 2026 | 3:38 pm
Indonesia Rents Extra Warehouses as Rice Stocks Hit Record Levels
Indonesia rents extra warehouses as rice stocks near 5m tons, marking record levels and boosting food security.Business Apr 5, 2026 | 4:59 pm
Iran-US Escalation Sends Freight Rates Soaring, Threatens Indonesia’s Trade
Iran-US tensions disrupt shipping lanes, tripling freight costs and raising risks for Indonesia’s trade, inflation and manufacturing sectorBusiness Apr 4, 2026 | 11:13 am
West Sumatra Restricts Entry of Alfamart, Indomaret to Boost Local Economy
West Sumatra limits expansion of national retail chains to protect SMEs and promote local economic growth.Business Apr 3, 2026 | 1:59 pm
OJK Flags Listed Firms with High Ownership Concentration
OJK to launch list flagging firms with concentrated ownership, enhancing transparency and helping investors assess liquidity risks.Business Apr 2, 2026 | 9:44 pm
Indonesian Carriers Seek Higher Ticket Caps Amid 72% Fuel Price Jump
Indonesian airlines seek fare hikes after jet fuel prices surge over 70%, raising pressure on operating costs and sustainability.Business Apr 2, 2026 | 6:50 pm
Tax Office Logs 10.5 Million Tax Returns Amid Coretax System Glitches
Finance Minister Purbaya extends filing deadline amid system bugs.Business Apr 2, 2026 | 5:05 pm
Rupiah Weakens Beyond 17,000 on Geopolitical Strains, Budget Deficit Fears
Rupiah closes at 17,002 as US-Iran tensions, oil price surge, and deficit concerns weigh ahead of key US labor data releases.Business Apr 2, 2026 | 3:48 pm
Bali Generates Over Half of Indonesia’s Tourism FX Earnings
Bali generates over half of Indonesia’s tourism foreign exchange, underscoring persistent regional gap.Business Apr 2, 2026 | 11:18 am
Indonesia Keeps Lid on Fuel Prices, Shifts Burden to State and Pertamina
Indonesia keeps fuel prices steady despite $100 oil, relying on fiscal buffers as subsidy pressures threaten to widen the budget deficit.Business Apr 1, 2026 | 8:49 pm
Plastic Prices Double in Indonesia as Middle East Tensions Disrupt Supply Chains
Plastic prices in Indonesia have doubled as Middle East tensions disrupt supply chains, tightening naphtha imports and squeezing traders.Business Apr 1, 2026 | 8:35 pm
Indonesia’s March Inflation Reaches 3.48% Despite Transport Discounts, BPS Reports
Indonesia’s March inflation hits 3.48% YoY, driven by food prices and Eid demand, with transport discounts helping ease pressures.Business Apr 1, 2026 | 3:17 pm
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