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PLN Electricity Tariffs Rise: Details for October 2025

by Priya Shah – Business Editor September 30, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

PLN Announces Updated Electricity‌ Tariffs ⁣Effective October 1,2025

Jakarta,Indonesia – State-owned electricity company PLN has announced revised electricity tariffs taking effect October 1,2025. The ‍updated rates impact a wide range of customers, from households to large industrial operations,⁤ adn ‍reflect adjustments across various power consumption ⁤tiers. These changes are crucial for consumers and businesses to budget effectively and‌ understand their energy ⁢costs⁤ moving forward.

The tariff adjustments are categorized by customer group‌ and power capacity (measured in Volt-Amperes‌ or Kilo-Volt-Amperes). These revisions aim to align pricing wiht operational costs and‍ ensure the sustainability of Indonesia’s electricity infrastructure. Customers should review their respective group and power usage to determine the applicable rate.

Household Electricity ‌Rates: Customers in the R-1/TR category with 900 VA power will see a rate of Rp1,352 per kWh. those with ⁢1,300 VA ‌and 2,200 VA capacities will be charged Rp1,444.70 ⁣per kWh. For smaller households, the R-1/TR 450 VA group will ⁤pay Rp415 per kWh, while the 900 VA group will ⁣be billed Rp605 ‌per kWh.

business and Industrial Tariffs: Businesses categorized as B-2/TR, utilizing 6,600 VA to 200 KVA, will face a rate of Rp1,444.70 per kWh. Larger ⁢businesses⁢ and industries (B-3/TM, TT) consuming over 200‌ KVA will be⁢ charged Rp1,114.74 per kWh. industrial customers in the I-3/TM ⁣group,also consuming above 200 KVA,will pay the same rate of Rp1,114.74 per ‍kWh, while ⁤those in the I-4/TT group exceeding 30,000 KVA will be billed Rp996.74 per kWh.

Government, public Lighting, and Social Services: ⁣Government ‍facilities and public street lighting‌ fall under groups P-1/TR (6,600 VA-200 kVA at Rp1,699.53 per kWh), P-2/TM (above 200 KVA at‍ Rp1,522.88 per kWh), and P-3/TR (public street lighting at Rp1,699.53 per kWh). Public ‌lighting and various voltage applications (L/TR, ⁤TM, TT) will be charged Rp1,644.52 per kWh. Social ⁣service groups (S-1/TR) have tiered rates: 450 VA at Rp325 per kWh, 900 VA at Rp455 per kWh, 1,300 VA at Rp708 per kWh, 2,200 VA at Rp760 per kWh, 3,500 VA-200 kva at Rp900 per kWh, and over 200 KVA (S-2/TM) at Rp925 per kWh.

September 30, 2025 0 comments

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Jakarta Electricity Tariff Remains Stable Through September 2025

by Priya Shah – Business Editor August 2, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Jakarta, Indonesia – August 2, 2025 – Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has announced that electricity tariffs will remain unchanged for the third quarter of 2025, covering the period from July to September. This decision applies to both non-subsidized customers and 24 categories of subsidized customers, including social, low-income households, small businesses, small industries, and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

Jisman Simanjuntak, the Director General of Electricity at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, stated in an official release that the fixed tariff aims to support national economic growth, boost purchasing power, and enhance industrial competitiveness.This policy will be maintained unless the government determines otherwise.

The Ministry’s decision aligns with Regulation Number 28 of 2016,as amended by Regulation Number 8 of 2023,which governs electricity rates provided by PT PLN (Persero). These regulations stipulate that electricity tariff adjustments are made quarterly. future changes to electricity tariffs will be contingent upon fluctuations in macroeconomic indicators such as exchange rates, the Indonesian Crude Price (ICP), inflation, and the reference coal price (HBA).

The current electricity tariffs for august 2025 are as follows:

Group R-1/TR, 900 VA: Rp 1,352.00 per kWh
Group R-1/TR, 1,300 VA: Rp 1,444.70 per kWh
Group R-1/TR, 2,200 VA: Rp 1,444.70 per kWh
Group R-2/TR, 3,500-5,500 VA: Rp 1,699.53 per kWh
Group R-3/TR, 6,600 VA and above: Rp 1,699.53 per kWh
Group B-2/TR, 6,600 VA – 200 KVA: Rp 1,444.70 per kWh
Group B-3/TM, above 200 kVA: Rp 1,114.74 per kWh
Group I-3/TM, above 200 kVA: Rp 1,114.74 per kWh
Group I-4/TT, 30,000 KVA and above: Rp 996.74 per kWh
Group P-1/TR, 6,600 VA – 200 KVA: Rp 1,699.53 per kWh
Group P-2/TM, above 200 kVA: Rp 1,522.88 per kWh
Group P-3/TR, for Public Street Lighting: Rp 1,699.53 per kWh
Group L/TR, TM, TT: Rp 1,644.52 per kWh

(ily/hns)

August 2, 2025 0 comments

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Shopping Centers Face ‘Rojali’ Trend as Purchasing Power Drops

by Priya Shah – Business Editor July 21, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

the “Rojali” phenomenon, characterized by consumers prioritizing low-unit-price items, is a direct consequence of diminished purchasing power, according to APPBI Chairperson Alphonzus Widjaja. This economic downturn has reshaped consumer spending habits, leading individuals to frequent shopping centers but opt for more affordable products due to limited funds.

Widjaja explained that this trend is not unprecedented, typically emerging during periods of economic decline and recovering as purchasing power improves. He emphasized that the “Rojali” phenomenon is temporary and not indicative of a basic shift in consumer numbers.

To counter this trend, retailers and shopping centers are increasingly implementing discount programs and promotions to make goods accessible to the public, particularly the lower to middle-income segments.

Earlier, David Sumual, Head of Bank Central Asia (BCA), noted a general caution in consumer spending throughout the frist half of 2025, especially among the upper-middle class. Data suggests a slowdown in consumer activity, despite a relatively stable corporate sector. This cautious spending, which drives a notable portion of consumption, has been likened by luxury goods suppliers to the economic climate of the 2008 crisis.

Instead of spending, manny in the middle class are choosing to invest their money in instruments such as deposits, demand deposits, and state securities (SBN). While other investment avenues like digital gold, physical gold, and jewelry are also being considered, traditional savings and government-backed securities appear to be the preferred choices for “parking” their funds.

July 21, 2025 0 comments