Gold has historically served as one of Indonesia's most reliable crisis hedges.
Inflation is projected to rise to 3.4% this year from 2% in 2025, driven by elevated global energy supply disruptions.
In 2025, gold in rupiah terms outperformed most global and domestic equities and bonds.
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Gold as a strategic asset for Indonesia
Indonesia's investment landscape is navigating a confluence of pressures in 2026. Headline inflation is rising, driven by a global energy price shock stemming from the Middle East conflict; Bank Indonesia has
