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Economy 6 months ago

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Consumer confidence inches up as Indonesians expect better times ahead

Bank Indonesia's monthly CCI improved slightly in July to indicate a more positive outlook among consumers, indicating that household spending could drive growth in the second half, though at least one economist has advised keeping an eye on the jobs figure and savings ratio for the medium term.

Economy 6 months ago

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Researchers urge BPS to reveal details of GDP calculation

Economists from multiple research organizations have urged Statistics Indonesia (BPS) to reveal the calculation behind the recently released gross domestic product (GDP) data after growth far exceeded projections.

Economy 7 months ago

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GDP up 5.12% on govt projects, consumer stimulus

Indonesia’s economic growth has far outstripped forecasts thanks to infrastructure projects getting pushed ahead and state-sponsored consumption incentives.

Economy 7 months ago

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BI cuts benchmark rate by 25 bps as stars align

The central bank views the deal Jakarta made with Washington as bringing “a positive result” overall, be it in terms of economic growth, trade balance or its impact to the financial market.

Academia 7 months ago

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Eastern Indonesia is not poor, we just misunderstand it

Indonesia's development strategies outlined by various administrations are predominantly top-down, influenced by paradigms from Java or Jakarta.

Economy 8 months ago

Vietnam posts 7.5% growth in first half of 2025: Statistics office

The strong growth figure comes just days after Vietnam averted the most punishing of United States President Donald Trump's threatened "reciprocal" tariffs on its exports.

Regulations 8 months ago

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Project strength to protect prosperity, Prabowo says

President Prabowo Subianto has stressed the need for increased investment in national defense to safeguard the country’s sovereignty and independence.