#Bond
Indonesia plans first offshore Yuan Bond sale to tap cheaper funding
The Indonesian government is reportedly preparing to issue its first-ever yuan-denominated sovereign bonds in the offshore market, a move that would add to a record year for dim sum bond issuance worldwide.
Patriot bonds draw major interest from Indonesian conglomerates
Dozens of Indonesia’s wealthiest business figures are reportedly showing interest in the Patriot Bonds issued by the state-owned investment agency BPI Danantara, with funds raised reaching Rp51.75 trillion (US$3.1 billion).
Market tumbles after Sri Mulyani ousted in a cabinet reshuffle
The Indonesian financial markets took a sharp dive on Monday, September 8, 2025, following President Prabowo Subianto’s decision to remove Sri Mulyani Indrawati from her long-held position as Finance Minister, triggering widespread investor concern over the country’s fiscal trajectory.
Economists warn of risks as BI ramps up bond purchases to support Prabowo’s agenda
The Indonesian Central Bank (BI) has purchased Rp200 trillion (US$12.9 billion) worth of government bonds as of early September to support President Prabowo Subianto’s Asta Cita economic programs, but economists are warning of potential long-term risks to monetary credibility and market stability.
Danantara Indonesia to issue US$3.1 billion “Patriot Bonds” for strategic projects
The country’s investment management agency BPI Danantara, or Danantara Indonesia, is preparing to launch Patriot Bonds up to US$3.1 billion (Rp50 trillion), which will be allocated to several national strategic projects, including large-scale waste management.
Bond market remains resilient, issuance reaches Rp46.75 trillion in Q1-2025
Amid global uncertainty and stock market volatility, the Indonesian bond market recorded positive performance throughout the first quarter of 2025, with the support of high investor interest in low-risk instruments and the potential for interest rate cuts until the end of the year.