Indonesia’s Central Bank Cuts Rates to Bolster Economy
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 16 2025
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Source: WSJ
Rate Cut Decision: Indonesia's central bank has cut its benchmark seven-day reverse repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% as inflation cools, allowing for economic support.
Trade Deal Impact: This decision coincides with a trade deal with the U.S. that may alleviate tariff pressures on the Indonesian economy.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.







