01 Dec 2025 | News & Feature

International Trade: A lower, yet promising surplus

  • Indonesia’s trade surplus narrowed to USD 2.39 Bn in October 2025, driven by lower exports while imports spiked compared with the previous month.
  • Weakening growth momentum in Asia weighed on Indonesia’s commodity exports. Fortunately, tariff advantages help to maintain exports demand for domestic manufacturers.
  • Import demand remains investment-driven. However, improving household demand may fuel a further rise in imports.