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A Decade of Cashless Cultural Transformation in Indonesia

Digital transactions in Indonesia have continued to grow over the past decade. This marks a shift towards a cashless culture among the public. Cybersecurity and personal data protection must be a priority.

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2 Minutes
By: Zikrina Ratri
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Digital Economy Outlook 2026: Driving Innovation with Regulatory Certainty

However, reflecting on the experience of 2025, innovation and market potential do not necessarily translate into tangible contributions without adaptive regulatory certainty that provides a safe space for innovators to take steps and grow.

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6 Minutes
By: Benedictus Krisna Yogatama, Chris Wibisana

Negotiations Complete, US Trade Tariffs to End in Late January 2026

The US also grants tariff exemptions on Indonesia's leading export products such as cocoa, palm oil, coffee, and so on. Meanwhile, the United States is eager to gain access to critical minerals.

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5 Minutes
By: Tria Dianti, Gema Dzikri Harisma

Expansion of the Healthcare Industry Amid Rising Medical Costs for the Public

The average monthly health expenditure per capita of Indonesians has been increasing every year. Health expenditure has taken up a large portion of household budgets and has become a priority.

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2 Minutes
By: Zikrina Ratri

Notes from the Indonesian Digital Economy Throughout 2025

A record of important and influential events in the digital economy sector throughout 2025. Read more.

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9 Minutes
By: Benedictus Krisna Yogatama, Chris Wibisana

Money Supply Higher Thanks to 7.9% Credit Growth

The amount of money in circulation in a broad sense (M2) and bank credit both grew. Both influence each other. This will have a positive effect on economic growth.

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4 Minutes
By: Benedictus Krisna Yogatama, Chris Wibisana

Calculating the Alpha Number that Can Improve Worker Welfare

Every year, the calculation of the Provincial Minimum Wage (UMP) sparks debate and leads to dissatisfaction among both workers/laborers and employers. The discussion always revolves around the gap between the UMP and the reality of the Decent Living Needs (KHL) in various regions.

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2 Minutes
By: Zikrina Ratri
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Manufacturing Outlook 2026: Still Growing but Overshadowed by Global Uncertainty and Wage Issues

Growth in the manufacturing sector in 2026 is projected to remain stable despite the continuing shadow of the global economic slowdown and wage issues.

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5 Minutes
By: Benedictus Krisna Yogatama, Ridho Sukra

Notes on Manufacturing Sector Performance Throughout 2025

The performance of the manufacturing sector throughout 2025 shows a positive trend with expansive growth driven by domestic demand and investment.

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7 Minutes
By: Ridho Sukra

Starting January 2026, Minyakita's price will be in line with the maximum retail price of IDR 15,700 per liter.

The price of Minyakita cooking oil will follow the Maximum Retail Price (HET) of Rp 15,700 per liter starting in January 2026. The price of Minyakita in accordance with the HET provides benefits, especially for the lower-middle class.

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2 Minutes
By: Ridho Sukra
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Banking Outlook 2026: Credit to Grow Higher, Supported by Interest Rate Decline Trend

Credit distribution is expected to continue growing, supported by the trend of declining global interest rates.

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6 Minutes
By: Benedictus Krisna Yogatama, Chris Wibisana

One Billion Domestic Tourist Trips by the End of the Year

The government issued policies and provided incentives for the public to boost the economy at the end of the year. This helped to achieve 1 billion domestic tourist trips again this year.

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2 Minutes
By: Gianie

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