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Refined Sugar Supply Secure Through Year-End, 2027 Imports to Be Fast-Tracked
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—Refined sugar supplies for industrial use are expected to remain sufficient through December 2026, including during the Christmas and New Year (Nataru) holiday period. However, availability is expected to be limited in January 2027, prompting the government to seek faster completion of industrial demand plans and import approvals. The Minister of Industry Muhammad Samurji […]
Astra Otoparts Posts Rp1.80 Trillion in Net Profit in First Nine Months of 2026
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—PT Astra Otoparts Tbk recorded a net profit of Rp1.80 trillion in the first nine months of 2026, up 14.7% from the same period a year earlier. The company’s net revenue also rose 15% to Rp17.02 trillion. Astra Otoparts President Director Yusak Kristian Solaeman said the company’s performance growth was supported by positive contributions […]
Indonesia Cuts Gas Exports to Singapore While Importing Pertalite
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—Indonesia’s decision to cuts gas exports to Singapore has highlighted the interconnected nature of energy trade between the two neighbours, as the government seeks to prioritise domestic demand while continuing to rely on Singapore for some fuel imports. The natural gas reduction, which took effect on October 24, involves 31 million standard cubic feet […]
NLP Expo and INDOGRITECH Expo to Be Held on November 4–7, 2026
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—The Nusantara Livestock & Poultry (NLP) Expo 2026 and INDOGRITECH Expo 2026 will be held on November 4–7, 2026, at Hall 5 of the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD City. The exhibitions aim to bring together stakeholders from Indonesia’s livestock, poultry, and agricultural industries. PT Debindo Global Expo Director Rafidi Iqra Muhamad said the […]
Indonesia Urged to Expand Toyota Double-Cab Exports to Australia
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—The Ministry of Industry has urged PT Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia (TMMIN) to tap into the Australian automotive market, citing its significant potential. Industry Minister Muhammad Sarmuji said the government had asked TMMIN to increase car exports from Indonesia by expanding its model lineup and destination markets. “For example, Australia still sources many of […]
IDX Says FTSE Russell Maintains Indonesia’s Secondary Emerging Market Status
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) President Director Jeffrey Hendrik said international index provider FTSE Russell has maintained Indonesia’s stock market classification as a Secondary Emerging Market. FTSE Russell has also excluded Indonesia from its watch list for a potential downgrade. Jeffrey made the statement at a joint press conference with the Financial Services Authority (OJK) […]
OJK Extends Share Buyback Period Without GMS Approval until June 2027
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com—The Indonesia Financial Services Authority (OJK) has extended the period during which listed companies can conduct share buybacks without approval from a General Meeting of Shareholders (GMS) until June 2027. The extension is in accordance with OJK Regulation (POJK) No. 13 of 2023. Hasan Fawzi, OJK’s Chief Executive for Capital Markets, Derivatives Finance, and […]
Antam Gold Prices, Today, October 26, 2026 Fell 3.69% Compare to Last Month
JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com—PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (Antam) has set the price of its gold bullion at Rp2,540,000 per gram on Monday, October 26, 2026, according to the latest Logam Mulia price update released at 8:30 a.m. WIB. Today’s Antam gold price showed a decline of 3.68% compared to the first week of September. On Monday, September […]
JCI Rebounds but MSCI Concerns Keep Market Risk Elevated
JAKARTA, JakartaWeekly.com — The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) rebounds, but MSCI concerns keep market risk elevated. JCI gained 4.9% over the past week, rising from the previous week’s closing level of 5,185.10 to 5,439.26. However, earlier in the week, on October 19, 2026, the JCI had closed in negative territory at 4,996.61. Mirae Asset Sekuritas […]
A Product Launch Is Not Proof of Market Demand
A successful product launch does not necessarily mean there is real market demand. Elisabeth Kurniawan explores why founders should look beyond sign-ups and publicity to test customer needs, validate assumptions, and measure what truly matters.
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