IHSG Plummets 4.2% Amid Foreign Capital Outflows and Government Policy Uncertainty

JAKARTA — As the Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) continues to face significant downward pressure, Indonesia’s leadership is signaling a stance of fiscal confidence, dismissing the need for government intervention to stabilize the equity markets. Despite a sharp selloff that has rattled investor sentiment, the Ministry of Finance maintains that the nation’s underlying economic drivers remain … Read more

Indonesia to Maintain 3% Deficit Limit, Plans Spending Cuts Amidst Oil Price Concerns (2026)

Indonesia Prioritizes Fiscal Discipline Amidst Global Oil Price Volatility Jakarta – As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to drive up global oil prices, the Indonesian government is taking a cautious approach to its 2026 budget, prioritizing fiscal discipline over increased borrowing. Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has announced a one-month evaluation period to … Read more

Indonesia’s 2026 Budget Deficit: Rp 135.7 Trillion in February | Tax Revenue Up 30%

Indonesia’s Budget Faces February Deficit of Rp 135.7 Trillion Jakarta – Indonesia’s budget recorded a deficit of Rp 135.7 trillion (approximately $8.6 billion USD) as of the end of February 2026, according to recent government data. This figure represents 0.53% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), signaling a period of increased government spending relative … Read more