#Economy (16)
Social Assistance of Rp31.8 T: 10 Kg Rice for 3 Months to…
The government is preparing a budget of around Rp31.8 trillion to implement four economic programs through the end of 2026, announced Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto following a Plenary Cabinet Meeting led by President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday (21/10/2026).
Govt Prepares 6% Subsidized Mortgages for Rp17 Million Salaries
Indonesia's Minister of Housing and Settlements (PKP) Maruarar Sirait said the government is preparing a subsidized mortgage scheme for workers earning up to Rp17 million per month, with a 6 percent interest rate. The statement was made at Wisma Mandiri, Jakarta, on Friday (16/10/2026).
MSCI Proposes to Downgrade Indonesia from Emerging to Standalone
Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) announced the opening of a consultation on the proposed reclassification of the MSCI Indonesia Index from Emerging Market to Standalone Market on October 15, 2026 (New York time).
63,789 Workers Laid Off, Manpower Ministry: West Java Highest
The Manpower Ministry recorded 63,789 workers laid off in January–September 2026, based on reports filed through the Job Loss Guarantee (JKP) system.
JCI Plunges 1.33% to 5,863, Dragged by Hot US Inflation
The JCI closed at 5,863.78 on Thursday (10/15/2026), down 79.24 points or 1.33 percent, based on data from the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) via RTI Business.
Indonesia's 2027 Hajj Cost Set at Rp98.47 Million
The 1448 Hijriah/2027 Hajj organizing cost (BPIH) was agreed at an average of Rp98,466,463.35 per pilgrim.
How to Open a Bank Account Online: BRI, BCA, BNI, Mandiri
Indonesia's major banks offer fully online account opening through their apps: BRImo (BRI), myBCA (BCA), wondr by BNI (BNI), and Livin’ by Mandiri (Bank Mandiri).
Cara Daftar NPWP Online 2026: Syarat & Langkah
NPWP (Nomor Pokok Wajib Pajak) is Indonesia's Tax Identification Number; online registration is done through the Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) official site at ereg.pajak.go.id.
Indonesia Akhiri Insentif Impor EV 2026, Fokus Lokal
Indonesia will not extend import incentives for fully built-up (CBU) electric cars from January 1, 2026 (Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita).
How to Top Up a PLN Electricity Token via Phone: PLN Mobile to...
Prepaid electricity tokens can be bought through the PLN Mobile app: choose the “Kelistrikan” (Electricity) menu → “Token dan Pembayaran” (Token and Payment) → enter the customer ID → pick a denomination → pay → view the 20-digit code in “Lihat Transaksi Saya” (View My Transactions).
What Is Alternative Credit Scoring? OJK Pushes It for MSMEs
OJK is promoting alternative credit scoring to widen financing access for MSMEs (UMKM).
How to Check the Dollar-Rupiah Rate: Rp17,930 Today
Bank Indonesia's JISDOR reference rate on October 14, 2026 was Rp17,930 per US dollar; live TradingView data showed Rp17,925.0 at 09:30 WIB.
Cara Daftar QR Code MyPertamina BBM Subsidi 2026
Pertamina requires a QR code/barcode to buy subsidized Pertalite and Solar fuels at gas stations, issued after registering in the Subsidi Tepat program via MyPertamina or official channels.
How to Check Your PLN Electricity Bill Online: PLN Mobile to SMS
Postpaid electricity bills are most practically checked through the PLN Mobile app: register an account, open the “Informasi Tagihan dan Token Listrik” (Bill and Token Information) or “Token dan Pembayaran” (Token and Payment) menu, enter the customer ID — the system shows the bill amount, period, payment status, and history.
How to Claim BPJS Employment Benefits Online: JMO to Lapak Asik
Claiming JHT (Jaminan Hari Tua, Old-Age Security) from BPJS Ketenagakerjaan — Indonesia's employment social security agency — is easiest through the JMO (Jamsostek Mobile) app for balances up to IDR 10 million.
How to Calculate a Mortgage (KPR) and Simulate Monthly Payments
Mortgage (KPR, Kredit Pemilikan Rumah) installments in Indonesia are calculated with the annuity method: Installment = P × (i/12) / (1 − (1 + i/12)^−n), where P = loan principal, i = annual interest rate, and n = number of months.