Sean Gelael Set for Mandalika Debut in GT World Challenge Asia with Garage 75

MANDALIKA, Jakartaweekly.com — Indonesian driver Sean Gelael began preparations for the second round of the GT World Challenge Asia by visiting the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit on Wednesday (April 29, 2026), marking his debut at the track. Upon arrival, Sean headed straight to the Garage 75 pit to meet the team, including race engineer Oscar […]

Rupiah Weakens to Rp17,326 per U.S. Dollar, Government Policies Among Contributing Factors

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The rupiah closed weaker against the U.S. dollar in Wednesday (April 29, 2026) trading, pressured by a stronger dollar index, rising global uncertainty, and domestic policy factors. Money market analyst Ibrahim Assuaibi said the rupiah fell 83 points to Rp17,326 per U.S. dollar, from the previous close of Rp17,243. “During the trading […]

GWM Opens 18th Dealership in North Jakarta, Expands Retail Network

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Inchcape GWM Indonesia has opened its 18th dealership in the Pantai Indah Kapuk (PIK) area of North Jakarta, as the automaker steps up efforts to expand its retail and aftersales network in Indonesia. The outlet, located in Kapuk Muara, Penjaringan, is the first GWM dealership operated by PT Wahana Wirawan, part of […]

Rumah123 and BSI List 1,200 Auction Assets, Offering Lower-Cost Housing Options

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com – Amid housing affordability pressures and more cautious property buying, Rumah123 and Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) have partnered to market 1,200 of the bank’s auction assets on a digital platform. Rumah123 CEO Wasudewan said the move is part of efforts to expand access to homeownership and adapt to shifting consumer behavior toward digital […]

First Time in Its History, GoTo Posts Net Profit

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia Tbk (IDX: GOTO) has marked a major milestone by posting its first-ever net profit of Rp171 billion in the first quarter of 2026, reversing a net loss of Rp367 billion recorded in the same period last year. GoTo Group CEO Hans Patuwo said the achievement reflects the company’s […]

Rupiah Weakens to Rp17,243 per US Dollar at Tuesday Close, April 28, 2026

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The rupiah depreciated against the US dollar in Tuesday’s trading session on April 28, 2026. The currency opened 27 points lower from the previous day’s close and extended its decline by another 5 points to Rp17,243 per US dollar. Overall, the rupiah fell by 32 points compared to Monday’s closing level of […]

Estonia Targets Indonesia for Maritime Collaboration on Digital and Green Shipping

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — Estonia’s Minister of Infrastructure Kuldar Leis highlighted the significant potential for maritime cooperation between Estonia and Indonesia, amid a push for digital transformation and the development of sustainable shipping solutions. Leis said that Indonesia as a strategic partner rather than merely a market. He noted that Indonesia’s vast scale, operational complexity, and […]

[UPDATE] Death Toll in Train Collision at Bekasi Timur Station Rises to 14

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) has updated the number of casualties following the collision between the Argo Bromo Anggrek train and a commuter line electric train (KRL) in the vicinity of Bekasi Timur Station, Bekasi, West Java. The death toll has risen from 4 to 14, while the number of injured has reached […]

4 Killed, 79 Injured in Incident at Bekasi Timur Station

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — A collision between the long-distance Argo Bromo Anggrek train and a commuter line (KRL) in the Bekasi Timur Station area has resulted in fatalities and dozens of injuries. Based on preliminary data as of 02:00 a.m. WIB, four people were reported dead and 79 others injured. All victims have been evacuated and […]

Dollar Weakens, Rupiah Closes Stronger at Rp17,211 per US Dollar

JAKARTA, Jakartaweekly.com — The US dollar index weakened in Monday’s (April 27, 2026) trading session, as market concerns over global supply disruptions eased and prospects for renewed peace talks between the United States and Iran improved. By the afternoon session, the rupiah closed 18 points higher at Rp17,211 per US dollar, compared with its previous […]

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