Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in Indonesia, updated continuously by our newsroom.
Indonesia experienced its hottest year on record in 2024, the country’s weather agency said Friday, matching several other nations which have reported similar rises in temperature. Indonesia still relies enormously on fossil fuel energy — which scientists say…
After entering Japan last year, Vietnam-based chain Pizza 4P’s has opened its first location in Indonesia, accelerating the brand’s international expansion. The store, located in Jakarta’s Mori Tower, features nature-friendly materials including handwoven…
Indonesia has unveiled economic stimulus packages totaling IDR827 trillion (US$51.65 billion) for 2025, designed to mitigate economic shocks and address the weakening purchasing power of low- and middle-income groups. The stimulus also aims to cushion the…
Tech giant Apple plans to invest $1 billion in a manufacturing plant in Indonesia that produces components for smartphones and other products, Indonesia’s investment minister said on Thursday. In October, Indonesia banned sales of the iPhone 16 because it…
Indonesia said a $100 million investment proposal from Apple to build an accessory and component plant was not enough for the country to allow the tech giant to sell its latest iPhone model, its industry ministry said on Monday. Indonesia in November banned…
According to research by GlobalData, this growth is attributed to significant revenue contributions from cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI), alongside robust demand from the manufacturing, retail, banking,…
Back in October 2024 word got out that Apple was facing an iPhone 16 sales ban in Indonesia. Ministers in the country demanded that Apple renew a certificate that is issued when at least 40% of the components used in a device sold in Indonesia are sourced…
Indonesian coffee brand Tomoro Coffee is planning to expand its retail operations in Southeast Asia with plans to open stores in Malaysia, Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand. The business plans to open 3000 locations across the region next year, with 1000 in…
The company reported double-digit revenue growth and continued to outperform the industry with substantial improvements, as evidenced by key financial indicators. During the first nine months of 2024 (9M24), Indosat generated total revenues of IDR 41,812…
Indonesia has blocked Apple from selling the iPhone 16 in the country but still allows travelers to bring it in for personal use. The iPhone 16, released in September, is not permitted for domestic sale because PT Apple Indonesia has yet to meet the country’s…
Chinese discount shopping site Temu has entered Vietnam and Brunei after facing a ban in Indonesia. But its entry into Vietnam was rushed, seeing as the Temu website in the country was initially only available in English. It also only accepts payments through…
The goal of this initiative is to prepare Indonesia’s digital talents to support the country’s transformation into a global hub for AI and automation talent. As part of this collaboration, UiPath will enhance Indosat’s IDCamp curriculum by incorporating…
This makes Telkomsel the second telecom company in the country to adopt this biometric technology. On Friday, Telkomsel announced that it is trialing facial recognition in its customer service portal, GraPARI Online, and the MyGraPARI app. The facial scan…
By using Circles’ Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform and products, Telkomsel aims to offer advanced digital services and adopt new technologies quickly. These tools will improve the customer experience by providing better digital interactions and creating…
Vikram Sinha, President Director and CEO of Indosat, emphasized the importance of personal data security in building customer trust. He stated that while their mission is to connect and empower every Indonesian through digital technology, they are also…
Flash Coffee is expanding its footprint in Indonesia, with new store openings planned across Jakarta and Bandung and the rollout of new food and beverage offerings. The coffee chain said each outlet offers a larger space with a sit-and-stay design to…
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