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Manufacturing Industry Has Opportunity to Improve Export Performance
In July 2025, Indonesia’s manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) rose to 49.2—still below the 50-point expansion threshold, but showing notable improvement from June's 46.9, suggesting a slower pace of contraction. Concurrently, the Industrial Confidence Index (IKI) climbed to 52.89 from 51.84. This improvement was supported by three key indicators: the…
Indonesia Sees Investment Growth Outside Java Island in the First Half of 2025
In the first half of 2025, Indonesia achieved a total investment realization of approximately IDR 942.9 trillion—a year-on-year increase of 13.6%—which accounted for nearly half of the annual target of IDR 1,905.6 trillion. Domestic investment led the way, contributing 54.1%, while foreign investment made up 45.9%. Notably, investments directed to…
The Indonesian Business Council Promotes Inclusive Economic Growth Through the Indonesia Economic Summit 2026
On 26 August 2025, a press conference for the Kick-off Indonesia Economic Summit (IES) 2026 was held at the Fairmont Hotel Jakarta. IES 2026 is a designated forum for discussions on economic trends, energy transition, talent development, and the direction of Indonesia's future policies. The event will take place on…
Indonesia Pavilion Records Potential Transactions in Gaming and Intellectual Property Worth IDR 273.12 Billion at the Gamescom 2025
On 20-22 August 2025, Gamescom 2025, the world's largest annual gaming exhibition, was held in Cologne, Germany. The Indonesian Pavilion took part in the event and generated potential transactions totalling USD 17.07 million or IDR 273.12 billion. These potential transactions were derived from the game development services sub-sector and other…
