Rupiah Strengthens Against US Dollar Amid BI Interventions
At the beginning of 2026, the Indonesian rupiah strengthened against the US dollar, drawing attention from the financial community. The Bank of Indonesia (BI) continues to follow an intervention strategy to maintain a stable exchange rate for the national currency. These measures are being implemented amidst potential global economic challenges and fluctuations in international currency markets.
The Bank of Indonesia plays a crucial role in the country’s monetary policy, and its intervention in the currency market is seen as a critical action to maintain stability. The banking community and analysts note that such interventions demonstrate a high level of responsibility by BI for economic stability.
Many economists support the central bank’s initiatives as they believe interventions help to soften external economic shocks and keep inflation under control. In recent months, there has been a steady increase in interest from international investors towards Indonesian assets, which also contributes to the strengthening of the rupiah.
However, experts caution that attracting long-term investments should remain a priority for Indonesia. Instability in international markets, caused by geopolitical factors and changes in global trade, can bring unexpected outcomes and negatively impact Indonesia’s economic trajectory.
The Bank of Indonesia remains ready to take additional steps if necessary to ensure the rupiah’s resilience. Their actions are aimed not only at ensuring internal economic stability but also at creating trust with foreign investors.
