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BI Delivers Surprise 25-bps Rate Hike Amid Rupiah Slump
Bank Indonesia (BI) has again raised its benchmark interest rate, or BI-Rate, by 25 basis points (bps) to 5.50% during an emergency Board of Governors Meeting held on Tuesday, June 9.
09 Jun 2026
Economy
Financial
This Week's Headlines (May 30 - June 5, 2026)
May Inflation Surges, Economists Warn Public Purchasing Power Is Under Pressure
Indonesia’s inflation surge in May 2026 is seen as not yet fully reflecting a broad weakening of public purchasing power. However, economists warn that price pressures stemming from the supply side
04 Jun 2026
Business News
Economy
Financial
Indonesian Business Groups Supports New Commodity Export Rules, but Seeks Clarity
Indonesia's largest business associations have voiced support for the government's plan to centralize exports of strategic commodities under state-controlled exporter Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia
03 Jun 2026
Business News
Economy
Export & Import
Indonesia's Exports Rise 5.68% Through April, Supported by CPO and Nickel
Indonesia's exports rose 5.68% year-on-year to USD 92.15 billion in January–April 2026, driven by higher shipments of crude palm oil (CPO), nickel products, and stronger non-oil and gas exports to
02 Jun 2026
Business News
Economy
Energy
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