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Workers finish making leather shoes at the Penggilingan Small Industry Center, Jakarta, Wednesday, November 13, 2024. President Prabowo Subianto has enacted Government Regulation (PP) No.47/2024 on the Write-off of Non-Performing Loans to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). TEMPO/Tony Hartawan

Lack of Information and Misaligned Distribution of People’s Credit

The disbursement of People’s Business Credit faces numerous challenges. Farmers and small business owners are vulnerable to loan sharks and middlemen.

Economy Edisi : Monday, November 18, 2024

President Prabowo Subianto (right) congratulates Head of the Daya Anagata Nusantara Investment Management Agency Muliaman Darmansyah Hadad (left) after the inauguration ceremony at the State Palace, Jakarta, Tuesday, October 22, 2024. BPMI Setpres/Muchlis Jr

Behind the Formation of Danantara

Prabowo Subianto is establishing BPI Danantara to manage state-owned enterprises. There are reportedly tug-of-wars and a number of obstacles in the process, including the obligation to revise laws.

Cover Story Edisi : Monday, November 11, 2024

Officers prepare the Bell 429 helicopter for a demo flight at Subang Airport, Selangor, Malaysia, August 8, 2024. TEMPO/Caesar Akbar

Helicopter Service Business Expanding in Indonesia

Driven by corporate demand, helicopter business opportunities continue to grow. Operators are increasingly expanding their fleets.

Economy Edisi : Monday, October 28, 2024

Finance Minister Sri Mulyani arrives at the residence of President-Elect Prabowo Subianto in Jalan Kertanegara, South Jakarta, Monday, October 14, 2024. ANTARA/Aprillio Akbar

Why Prabowo Selects Sri Mulyani as Finance Minister

Sri Mulyani and several economic ministers from Jokowi join Prabowo’s cabinet, with encouragement from two former presidents.

Cover Story Edisi : Monday, October 21, 2024

Media personnel cover Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati presenting the State Budget in Jakarta, August 13.
TEMPO/Tony Hartawan

Rocky Roads for Media Companies

Media companies are experiencing upheaval due to the rapid changes in the business landscape. The industry is moving towards a new equilibrium.

Economy Edisi : Monday, October 7, 2024

Reopening the Sea Sand Export Tap

Two ministers of President Joko Widodo have paved the way for the exploitation and export of sea sand. Domestic and export interests are at odds.

Cover Story Edisi : Monday, September 30, 2024

PLN personnel performing maintenance on an extra-high voltage power line (SUTET) in Sumber Jaya village, Bekasi Regency, West Java, September 25, 2023.
TEMPO/Tony Hartawan

Investors Pushing for Energy Transition, Power Wheeling Scheme

Foreign companies are urging President Joko Widodo to implement the power wheeling scheme. The private sector is pushing to hasten the energy transition.

Cover Story Edisi : Monday, September 16, 2024

Persis Solo CEO, Kaesang Pangarep.
facebook/PersisSolo

Overwhelming Support for Solo Soccer Team and Kaesang

Persis Solo attracts substantial funding since Kaesang Pangarep acquired its shares. Sponsors tend to be influenced by the prominence of the owner.

Economy Edisi : Monday, September 9, 2024

Defendant I, Member III of the BPK, Achsanul Qosasi, attends the verdict hearing at the Corruption Court in Jakarta, July 20.
TEMPO/Imam Sukamto

BPK Members’ Inclination to Corruption

The selection process for BPK members is under scrutiny following multiple instances of its leaders being implicated in corruption cases. The selection process is deemed to be lax.

Economy Edisi : Monday, September 2, 2024

Accommodating Prabowo’s Programs in the 2025 State Budget

The 2025 State Budget accommodates several of Prabowo Subianto’s programs. Lobbying efforts are underway to ensure the smooth implementation of these priority programs.

Economy Edisi : Monday, August 26, 2024

Music concert ticket purchase illustration.
TEMPO/Bintari Rahmanita

Government’s Plan to Add Goods Subject to Excise Taxes

The government plans to expand the list of goods subject to tax. However, attempts to broaden excise taxes often face public resistance.

Economy Edisi : Monday, August 12, 2024

Behind Muhammadiyah’s Acceptance to the Offer of Mining Concession

Muhammadiyah cadres and administrators are divided in their response to the mining concession. There are whispers from the government and the entrepreneurs.

Economy Edisi : Monday, August 5, 2024

High-speed trains leave the train station in Padalarang, West Bandung Regency, West Java, September 2023.
TEMPO/Prima Mulia

The High Price of the High-Speed Train Ambition

The Whoosh fast train project continues to burden the state budget. It is Jokowi’s ambition to develop a flagship project worth hundreds of trillions of rupiah.

Special Report Edisi : Monday, July 29, 2024

The entrance gate of Indonesia Bakery Family factory, producer of Aoka bread, in Tegalluar, Bandung Regency, West Java, July 17.
TEMPO/Prima Mulia

Aoka and Okko Breads Producers' Explanation on Harmful Preservatives

Producers of Okko and Aoka breads suspect elements of business competition.

Economy Edisi : Monday, July 22, 2024

Workers lift a baking sheet containing freshly baked sweet bread at the Babakan Rahayu home bakery factory, Kopo Village, Bandung, West Java, July 17. TEMPO/Prima Mulia

Home-Baked Bread Business Competes with Manufactured Breads

The presence of Okko and Aoka disturbs home-industry breads produced by micro, small and medium businesses.

Economy Edisi : Monday, July 22, 2024

Various types of imported clothing displayed at the Chinese products exhibition at Jakarta International Expo, Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, March 17, 2023.
TEMPO/Tony Hartawan

Curbing the Influx of Cheap Goods

Imported clothing products tend to be cheaper than local products. Certain policies make manufacturers in other countries more competitive.

Economy Edisi : Monday, July 15, 2024

Aircraft Components Import Bans and Restrictions Hold Airlines Hostage

Airlines are suffocating from the high costs of maintenance and operations. The consequence of regulatory bans and restrictions on aircraft components.