Indonesia Credit Rating Momentum Must Drive Real Economic Transformation, Economist Says
Indonesia credit rating momentum following S&P Global Ratings’ decision to maintain the country’s credit rating at BBB for the long term and A-2 for the short term serves as a positive signal that preserves investor confidence in the government’s capabilities. However, this decision needs to be translated into genuine economic transformation. Why Indonesia Credit Rating […]
Bank Indonesia Confirms Capital Inflow Surge of Rp17.7T
Bank Indonesia confirms capital inflow recovery into domestic financial markets, following a period of significant foreign capital outflow in the first quarter of 2026. Bank Indonesia (BI) has acknowledged that large-scale capital outflow occurred during that period, driven by heightened global uncertainty and rising risk perception toward Indonesia. Why the Outflow Happened in Early 2026 […]
S&P Affirms Indonesia’s BBB Credit Rating, Boosts Investor Confidence
S&P affirms Indonesia’s BBB credit rating with a stable outlook, and Bank Indonesia (BI) has welcomed the decision by credit rating agency Standard and Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings regarding Indonesia’s economic performance. The affirmation, issued on July 13, 2026, reflects the country’s continued position within the investment grade category. S&P Affirms Indonesia’s BBB Rating on […]
Rupiah Weakens Against US Dollar to Rp18,124 Amid Fed Warning
Rupiah Weakens Against US Dollar Amid Fed Warning on Inflation The Indonesian rupiah weakens against US dollar at the opening of trading on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. According to Bloomberg data at 09:05 WIB in the spot exchange market, the rupiah opened 15 points weaker (0.08%) at Rp18,124 per US dollar. This follows Monday’s close, […]
Indonesia Sets Rp26.34 Trillion Stimulus Package to Sustain Economic Growth Ahead of 2027 State Budget
Indonesia Economic Stimulus 2027: Government Sets Rp26.34 Trillion Package to Boost Growth The Indonesian government is taking calculated steps to secure the direction of national economic policy through the draft 2027 State Budget (APBN). As part of the broader Indonesia economic stimulus 2027 strategy, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto has prepared an economic […]
Common Currency Exchange Scams in Bali and How to Avoid Them
Bali welcomes millions of international visitors every year, and with that volume of tourism comes an unfortunate reality: currency exchange scams in Bali remain one of the most common ways travelers lose money on the island. Knowing how these scams work is the best defense against becoming a victim. This guide breaks down the tactics […]
Kurs Jual dan Kurs Beli di Money Changer: Panduan dan Tips Agar Tidak Rugi
Mengenal Perbedaan Kurs Jual dan Kurs Beli di Money Changer Agar Tidak Rugi Bagi banyak orang, istilah “kurs jual” dan “kurs beli” masih sering membingungkan saat hendak menukar mata uang asing. Padahal, memahami perbedaan kurs jual dan kurs beli adalah kunci utama agar transaksi mata uang asing Anda lebih hemat dan tidak salah hitung. Artikel […]
Understanding the Real Cost of Foreign Currency Transactions Beyond the Exchange Rate
Indonesia’s appetite for foreign currency transactions is growing fast, and understanding foreign exchange transaction fees is becoming just as important as tracking the rate itself. As more Indonesians travel abroad, study overseas, send remittances, run cross-border businesses, or shop on global platforms, forex is no longer a niche financial tool. It has become part of […]
Rupiah Outlook 2026: Why Tight Rates Are Squeezing Indonesia’s Growth
Rupiah Outlook 2026: Mirae Asset Trims Indonesia’s Growth Forecast to 4.8% The Rupiah Outlook 2026 just turned more cautious. Mirae Asset Sekuritas has trimmed its forecast for Indonesia’s economy. The brokerage now expects growth of just 4.8% in 2026. That sits well below the government’s 5.4% target. Analysts set the figure after weighing global and […]
Indonesia GDP Growth Forecast: IMF Holds at 5.0% for 2026
The latest Indonesia GDP growth forecast from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) remains on track at 5.0% for 2026. The Fund also maintained its 2027 projection at 5.1%. This comes even as many economies across Asia and other major markets face downward revisions. In its July 2026 World Economic Outlook (WEO) update, the IMF left […]
