Bank Indonesia (BI) reported that the manufacturing sector entered an expansionary phase in Q1‑2026, with the Prompt Manufacturing Index (PMI‑BI) rising to 52.03%, up from 51.86% in the previous quarter. The expansion was reflected in key components such as finished goods inventory (54.43%), production volume (54.07%), and total order volume (53.20%). Sub‑sectors showing the strongest growth included paper and paper products, printing, leather and footwear, and food and beverages. Looking ahead, BI projects the PMI will continue expanding in Q2‑2026, reaching 52.26%, driven by higher production, inventory, and orders. The majority of sub‑sectors are expected to remain in expansion, with the furniture, leather and footwear, and food and beverage industries leading growth momentum. This outlook underscores the resilience of Indonesia’s manufacturing sector amid broader economic developments.Source: https://rri.co.id/en/business/2341422/indonesias-manufacturing-sector-improves-in-q12026-bi (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: rri.co.id, 17 April 2026