# macroeconomics

Latest news group about macroeconomics.

Indonesia’s External Debt Rises to $431.7 Billion in Q4 2025

Indonesia’s external debt rose to $431.7 billion in Q4 2025, driven by higher public borrowing, Bank Indonesia said.
Business Feb 18, 2026 | 12:37 pm

Indonesia to Auction Nine Rupiah Bond Series, Targets Up to Rp 49.5 Trillion

Indonesia will auction nine rupiah bond series on Wednesday, targeting up to Rp 49.5 trillion to support its 2026 budget financing.
Business Feb 16, 2026 | 1:15 pm

Purbaya Says Global Rating Agencies Misjudged Indonesian Economy

The finance minister said global rating agencies misjudged the economy as growth beat forecasts, prompting upgrades from IMF and JPMorgan.
Business Feb 12, 2026 | 11:22 pm

Finance Minister Purbaya Chairs Committee to Pick New OJK Leaders

Prabowo appointed Finance Minister Purbaya to lead the selection of new OJK commissioners after several senior officials resigned.
Business Feb 11, 2026 | 10:26 am

Indonesia’s January Tax Revenue Jumps 30%, Major Tax Office Shake-Up to Proceed

Indonesia’s January tax revenue rose about 30% year on year, but major staff rotations will continue as part of tax reforms.
Business Feb 3, 2026 | 7:17 pm

Finance Minister Sees Indonesia’s Economy Expanding Beyond 6% in 2026

Minister Purbaya says stronger public-private coordination and investment reforms could lift growth to 6% this year.
Business Feb 3, 2026 | 6:00 pm

Indonesia’s Exports Hold Strong, but Geopolitical Tensions Threaten 2026 Growth

Indonesia’s trade surplus extended in December as economists flagged growing protectionist risks and cost pressures facing exports.
Business Feb 3, 2026 | 12:11 pm

Food Prices Drive 0.15% January Deflation, Annual Inflation Reaches 3.55%

Food prices drove 0.15% January deflation, while annual inflation rose to 3.55% on electricity tariff base effects.
Business Feb 2, 2026 | 3:11 pm

Indonesia Ends 2025 With $41 Billion Trade Surplus: BPS

Indonesia closed 2025 with a $41 billion trade surplus, supported by strong non-oil exports despite a continued oil and gas deficit.
Business Feb 2, 2026 | 2:12 pm

State Capitalism Has Limits: Defining Danantara’s Proper Role in Economy

Article 33 of the Constitution was never intended to mandate that the state directly operate all sectors of the economy.
Opinion Jan 25, 2026 | 3:09 pm

Finance Minister Warns Corrupt Tax Officials of Remote Postings

The finance minister warned corrupt tax officials they could face transfer to remote areas or dismissal as revenue targets tighten.
Business Jan 22, 2026 | 8:16 pm

Capital Outflows Linked to SOE, Danantara Spending, Says BI

Indonesia saw $1.6 billion in capital outflows early this year, driven in part by foreign currency demand from state firms and Danantara.
Business Jan 21, 2026 | 9:19 pm

Indonesia’s External Debt Stands at $423.8 Billion in November

Indonesia’s external debt stood at $423.8 billion in November, slightly lower month on month, with debt ratios remaining manageable.
Business Jan 15, 2026 | 11:53 am

Bank Indonesia Cites Geopolitics, Fed Uncertainty Behind Rupiah Decline

Bank Indonesia says recent rupiah weakness is driven by global pressures and has stepped up market intervention to ensure stability.
Business Jan 14, 2026 | 5:28 pm

Retail Sales Seen Growing in December on Holiday Spending Boost: BI

Retail sales are expected to grow in December on stronger holiday spending, with near-term inflation seen rising ahead of Ramadan.
Business Jan 12, 2026 | 1:41 pm

Indonesia’s Foreign Reserves Rise to $156.5b in December

Indonesia’s foreign exchange reserves rose to $156.5 billion at the end of December 2025, driven by fiscal inflows & global sukuk issuance.
Business Jan 8, 2026 | 12:30 pm

China Exposure, Weak Consumption Clouds Indonesia’s 2026 Growth

China absorbs about 22%–23% of Indonesia’s non-oil exports and supplies roughly 40% of its non-oil imports.
Business Jan 2, 2026 | 8:56 am

Indonesia Meets Rp 1,905 Trillion Investment Target for 2025

Indonesia has met its 2025 investment target of Rp 1,905 trillion, laying the groundwork for jobs and sustained economic growth.
Business Dec 30, 2025 | 9:34 pm

Liquidity Expands as M2 Growth Accelerates in November

M2 grew at a faster annual pace in November 2025, supported by stronger credit distribution and higher government claims.
Business Dec 22, 2025 | 5:19 pm