Rupiah Opens Lower Amid Global Economic Data Watch, November 13, 2025
Jakarta, Indonesia – Teh Indonesian Rupiah commenced trading sluggishly this Thursday, November 13, 2025, opening at IDR 16,737 per US dollar, a 0.12% decrease equivalent to 20 points. The currency’s performance arrives as global markets await key economic data releases from the United States,possibly influencing investor sentiment and broader economic forecasts.
The Rupiah’s initial dip reflects a complex interplay of domestic and international factors. Bank indonesia (BI) projects national economic growth of 5.33% in 2026, slightly below the government and DPR’s 5.4% target. BI is actively considering measures to bolster growth, including potential interest rate reductions and expanded monetary liquidity. Simultaneously, the US dollar index opened down 0.02% to 99.47, creating a mixed signal for regional currencies.
According to Bloomberg data at 09:16 WIB, the Rupiah’s opening decline contrasts with gains observed in several other Asian currencies. The Malaysian ringgit rose 0.05%, the Philippine peso appreciated 0.06%, and the Hong Kong and Japanese yen both strengthened by 0.02% and 0.06% respectively. However, the Taiwan dollar and South Korean won also experienced opening declines of 0.10% and 0.08% respectively.
BI anticipates the Rupiah will fluctuate throughout the day, with a potential closing range of IDR 16,720-IDR 16,760 per US dollar. The realization of future fiscal stimulation spending will be a key determinant in achieving the government’s 5.4% economic growth target for 2026.
