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Indonesia Recorded 5.39% Growth in The Fourth Quarter of 2025. Credit, Consumption, Industry, and Trade Surplus Strengthen Its Role as an Emerging Power in BRICS.
The recent economic performance of Indonesia, a member of BRICS, has reshaped the map of emerging economies by the end of 2025.
The country recorded 5.39% growth in the fourth quarter, maintained a trade surplus of over US$ 2 billion in December, and experienced simultaneous advances in credit, industry, and consumption, according to data released by Antara News.
The numbers were detailed by the Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, after a meeting with President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta.
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The economy was boosted by strong domestic demand, expanding productive activity, and external stability, reinforcing the perception of a rapidly growing emerging power.
Rising Credit Signals Economic Dynamism
The expansion of credit by 9.69% has become one of the clearest signs of warming activity.
In practical terms, the indicator points to increased circulation of funds in the financial system.
This movement usually reflects the confidence of businesses and consumers. Consequently, there is additional stimulus for investments and consumption.
The domestic market showed strength as the year ended. Retail sales grew by 7.9% in December 2025, surpassing the increase of 3.5% in December 2024.
The result suggests a significant acceleration in household spending. Furthermore, it reinforces the role of consumption as a driver of growth for Indonesia.
The consumer confidence index reached 127 points in January 2026, above the 123.5 points recorded in December.
When the indicator rises, there is generally a greater willingness to purchase. Thus, trade and services tend to gain traction.
Industry Maintains Expansion and Strengthens Productive Base
In the manufacturing sector, the index of 52.6 kept activity in the expansion zone. Values above 50 indicate production growth.
The data points to the continuity of industrial dynamism. Consequently, it amplifies positive impacts on employment and investments.
In international trade, the trade balance recorded a surplus of over US$ 2 billion in December 2025.
The balance marked the 68th consecutive month of positive results.
This balance strengthens external accounts and reduces currency vulnerabilities. Moreover, it enhances economic predictability.
International Reserves Expand Safety Margin
International reserves remained above US$ 154 billion, according to Hartarto. This volume is seen as protection in scenarios of global volatility.
Robust reserves tend to reinforce investor confidence. Therefore, they contribute to macroeconomic stability.
Direct investments, both foreign and domestic, totaled approximately US$ 112 billion during the analyzed period.
The flow of productive capital indicates confidence in the economic environment. Thus, it favors industrial expansion, infrastructure, and innovation.
Quarterly Growth Consolidates Indonesia in BRICS
The 5.39% growth in the fourth quarter confirmed the positive pace of the economy at the close of 2025.
The result reinforces the resilience of the country in the face of global challenges. Moreover, it amplifies Indonesia’s prominence within BRICS.
For the year overall, the GDP recorded 5.11% expansion. The data indicates stability throughout 2025. During the official announcement, Hartarto highlighted the country’s positioning in the international arena:
“This is the highest [index] among G20 countries. Additionally, the annual growth of 5.11% is also very positive.”
Indonesia Reinforces Its Role as a Growing Emerging Power
The joint reading of the indicators shows an economy sustained by multiple drivers: expanding credit, strong consumption, active industry, and a balanced external sector.
Within BRICS, the performance strengthens the image of Indonesia as an emerging power, increasing its economic and strategic relevance.
The data was presented following an official meeting in Jakarta, consolidating the balance of the main recent economic indicators.
With information from Revista Fórum.
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