BI increases rates by 25 basis points in June

FXStreetJun 18, 2026 7:34 AM

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Bank Indonesia (BI) decided to hike the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.75% on June 18, from the previous 5.5%. The decision aligned with the market expectations.

The Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) receives support against the US Dollar (USD) as an immediate reaction to the BI interest rate decision. The USD/IDR is trading around 17,820 at the time of writing.

BI Governor Perry Warjiyo's key quotes

Inflation remains under control.
Rupiah is seen stabilising, with a tendency to strengthen going forward.
2026 GDP outlook is seen in the range of +4.9% to +5.7%, unchanged.
Rupiah has strengthened, supported by Bank Indonesia's stabilisation measures.
Has increased the intensity of currency interventions to defend the rupiah.
We have raised SRBI rates to attract foreign capital inflows.
Outstanding SRBI rupiah notes at 1,021.1 trillion rupiah, with non-resident investors holding 238.1 trillion rupiah as of mid-June.

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