Indonesia Considered Halting Gas Exports to Prioritize Domestic Supply

Danantara Began Gradually Buying Indonesian Stocks Amid Market Correction

BPI Danantara began gradually purchasing Indonesian stocks following the JCI correction triggered by MSCI’s consultation on reclassifying Indonesia to Standalone Market status. CIO Pandu Sjahrir said the institution targeted stocks with attractive valuations, growth prospects, and risk-reward profiles, including companies within Danantara’s portfolio. Danantara reportedly had allocated USD 3 bn for domestic and overseas stocks and bonds, with an additional USD 1 bn (approximately IDR 18 tn) potentially available for investment by year-end, depending on market conditions. The additional funds would be equivalent to slightly more than one day of IDX’s average daily transaction value of IDR 16.23 tn during 12–16 Oct-26, if deployed in a single transaction. (Bloomberg Technoz)

Indonesia Considered Halting Gas Exports to Prioritize Domestic Supply

Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said Indonesia was considering not extending gas export contracts with neighboring countries to prioritize domestic supply amid geopolitical uncertainty. The proposal followed President Prabowo Subianto’s directive to prioritize national interests and accelerate strategic decision-making in the energy sector. Indonesia exported gas to several countries in 2025, including Japan (3,798 tonnes), China (3,789 tonnes), Singapore (3,547 tonnes), and South Korea (2,269 tonnes). (IDNFinancials)

Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BBRI) Planned IDR 1tn Share Buyback

BBRI planned a second-phase share buyback of up to IDR 1tn from 22 Oct-26 to 21 Jan-27 amid significant market fluctuations. The co. stated that the buyback reflected management’s confidence in its business fundamentals and long-term growth prospects, while maintaining capital adequacy, prudence, and good corporate governance. (Bloomberg Technoz)

Danantara Met with Jardine Matheson to Discuss Astra International (ASII)’s Long-Term Investment and Expansion in Indonesia

Danantara Indonesia CEO Rosan Roeslani met Jardine Matheson Executive Chairman Ben Keswick in Hong Kong on 20 Oct-26 to discuss the continuity of Jardine’s investments in Indonesia, asset optimization, and potential long-term expansion across strategic sectors. Jardine Matheson controls ASII through Jardine Cycle & Carriage, which held a 50.11% stake as of 30 Sep-26. Meanwhile, ASII recorded 9M26 wholesale car sales of 334,987 units, up 12.6% YoY, representing a 49% market share. Toyota and Lexus contributed 198,873 units, followed by Daihatsu at 112,442 units. ASII also maintained an 80% share of the LCGC segment, with sales of 66,903 units. (Bisnis.com)