BI Rate Rises to 5.25 Percent, Beware of Impact on Installments and Prices
Bank Indonesia raised the BI Rate by 50 basis points to 5.25 percent on May 19–20, 2026, in response to the Rupiah weakening to Rp 17,700 per US dollar and external pressures. This hike aims to attract foreign capital, stabilize the exchange rate, and control imported inflation. The public will be hit on two fronts: prices of imported goods go up, and floating-rate loans like mortgages, vehicle loans, and business loans could swell in the next 1–3 months. For MSMEs, borrowing costs rise just as consumer purchasing power weakens. However, deposit rates may go up for savers. The government is expected to channel aid on target. People are advised to avoid new debt, prepare emergency funds, and talk to banks about credit restructuring.
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