Indonesia

ESG / Sustainability

APAC’s Evolving Climate Regulations Are Reshaping Business Strategy

By Catherine Bell | 25/03/2025

In APAC, climate reporting is not just a compliance obligation; it is a strategic tool driving long-term resilience, writes Catherine Bell.

Fintech / Regtech

OJK Indonesia Launches New Portal for Financial Sector Data

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/03/2025

OJK said the new web-based portal will improve transparency and facilitate more effective, data-driven decision-making.

Securities / Derivatives

OJK Indonesia Eases Stock Buyback Policy Amid Market Volatility

By Nithya Subramanian | 21/03/2025

Publicly listed companies will now be able to repurchase shares without having to wait for a shareholders’ meeting.

Fintech / Regtech

OJK Indonesia Issues Rules for Financial Service Aggregation Providers

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2025

Aggregation services facilitate consumers in comparing, selecting, and/or using financial products and services that match their profiles and/or needs.

Market Infrastructure

IDX Introduces Repo Transactions on Debt Trading Platform

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2025

The new feature allows financial institutions to conduct repo transactions using government bonds as underlying assets.

Fintech / Regtech

Indonesia Launches QRIS Tap for Faster, Contactless Payments

By Nithya Subramanian | 18/03/2025

The central bank initiative aims to boost financial inclusion and accelerate digital payment adoption across Indonesia.

Fintech / Regtech

Unlocking ASEAN’s Potential: AI’s Role in Shaping the Region’s Banking Future

By Bradley Maclean | 13/03/2025

ASEAN has an opportunity to transform the region’s banking sector by leveraging AI. But a unified vision is essential to unlock the region’s full potential in AI-driven banking.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia Postpones Plans to Introduce Short-selling

By Nithya Subramanian | 07/03/2025

OJK is also considering easing share buyback rules to counter a sharp decline in the benchmark Jakarta Composite Index.

Indonesian President Inaugurates Country’s First Bullion Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/03/2025

The initiative is expected to strengthen Indonesia’s foreign exchange reserves and reduce capital outflows by keeping gold within the country.