Global Memory Chip Shortage Drives Up Prices of Meta VR Headsets, Gaming Consoles, and Smartphones as AI Demand Soars

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – The pervasive global memory chip shortage, initially impacting the prices of essential devices like smartphones and laptops, has now extended its reach to Meta’s virtual reality…

PT Mitra Saruta Indonesia: A 36-Year Odyssey of Sustainable Textile Export and Global Market Resilience from Nganjuk

PT Mitra Saruta Indonesia (MSI), a prominent textile manufacturer based in Nganjuk, East Java, stands as a testament to enduring entrepreneurial spirit and strategic foresight, marking 36 years as a…

Gold Surges to Four-Day High Amid Middle East De-escalation and Dollar Weakness

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – Gold prices experienced a significant surge, closing at US$4828.3 per troy ounce on Friday, April 17, 2026, marking a robust 0.85% increase and reaching its highest…

China Navigates Middle East Tensions with Cautious Diplomacy Ahead of Crucial Xi-Trump Summit

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – Beijing is meticulously threading a needle in the escalating conflict between the United States and Israel bloc and Iran, balancing overt diplomatic engagement with Tehran with…

Transform Your Wanderlust into a Thriving Business: Innovative Travel Entrepreneurship Models for Passionate Explorers

For individuals whose hearts beat in rhythm with the open road and whose souls yearn for new horizons, the dream of merging passion with profession is an achievable reality. The…

Foreign Scrutiny Highlights Alarming "Pump-and-Dump" Valuations and Market Integrity Concerns in Indonesia’s Capital Market

Jakarta’s capital market is currently under intense scrutiny from international financial media, notably the Financial Times, which has drawn attention to a troubling phenomenon colloquially known as "saham gorengan" –…

Indonesia Escalates War on Illicit Cigarettes Amidst Pervasive Black Market Presence

The widespread circulation of illegal cigarettes continues to pose a significant challenge across various regions in Indonesia, with these untaxed products readily available in numerous small retail outlets known as…

Indonesia’s Energy Paradox: Leveraging Abundance for Long-Term Resilience Through a National Endowment Fund

Indonesia, often lauded as an energy-rich nation, frequently finds itself grappling with a critical paradox: an abundance of natural resources coexists with persistent vulnerabilities in its long-term energy resilience. This…

ESDM Revises National Electricity Supply Business Plan 2025-2034 for Enhanced Flexibility and Alignment with National Energy Needs

Jakarta, Indonesia – The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) of Indonesia is undertaking a comprehensive review of its Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) for the 2025-2034 period. This…

Indonesia’s Used Car Market Navigates Divergent Fortunes: Luxury Segment Stalls While Mid-to-Low End Thrives Amidst Economic Shifts and EV Competition

Jakarta, Indonesia – The bustling automotive hub of WTC Mangga Dua in North Jakarta, typically a vibrant barometer of Indonesia’s used car market, is currently reflecting a tale of two…

Ten Nations Issue Urgent Condemnation Following Killing of UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon Amid Escalating Regional Hostilities

Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – A coalition of ten nations, including Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan, has issued a forceful joint condemnation following the tragic killing of United Nations…