Finance Minister Purbaya Projected Indonesia’s 4Q25 GDP Growth at 5.5%

MACROECONOMY 
Finance Minister Purbaya Projected Indonesia’s 4Q25 GDP Growth at 5.5% 
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa expressed optimism that Indonesia’s economy would grow 5.5% in 4Q25, supported by rising credit growth and improving domestic activity. He acknowledged that 3Q25 growth likely slowed due to recent economic pressures but expected stronger momentum ahead as the govt accelerates structural transformation programs under President Prabowo’s economic roadmap. (Kontan) 

Government Prepared B50 and E10 Fuel Mandates to Reduce Energy Imports 
The govt planned to implement mandatory biodiesel (B50) and bioethanol (E10) programs to curb energy imports and promote cleaner fuel use. Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia stated that President Prabowo had approved the E10 mandate, blending 10% ethanol into gasoline, while B40—launched earlier in 2025—continues to progress toward B50. The initiatives are expected to enhance energy selfsufficiency and lower dependency on imported fuels. (Emitennews)

INDUSTRY 
Indonesia Car Sales Fell 15.1% YoY to 62,069 Units in Sep-25 
Indonesia’s new car sales dropped 15.1% YoY to 62,069 units in Sep-25 (vs Aug-25; -19.0%), marking continued weakness in domestic auto demand. The figure remains below the long-term monthly average of 61,352 units, far from the record high of 115,974 units in Sep-13. Persistent high borrowing costs and sluggish consumer sentiment continued to weigh on vehicle purchases. (Trading Economics)

COMPANY 
Petrosea (PTRO) Secured USD 26.2 mn EPC Contract from Reko Diq Mining 
PTRO through its subsidiary Petrosea Solutions Pakistan (Private) Limited, signed an initial execution agreement with Reko Diq Mining Company (Private) Limited for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services in Pakistan valued at USD 26.2 mn (~IDR 432 bn) with an estimated 10-month project duration. (Company)