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B50 Diesel Maintenance Costs: How Much More in 2026?
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – The national B50 biodiesel program set to take effect in April 2026 is expected to raise diesel vehicle maintenance costs...
B50 2026 Launch: Diesel Price Impact, Engine Risks, Timeline
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM — B50 2026 is being prepared as a 50% biodiesel blend in diesel starting next year. The policy is projected...
20 M-Banking Passwords Hackers Love in 2026: Change Now
The 20 passwords hackers love most in 2026 have been revealed. Use random combinations to protect your balance from increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks.
Emas Slips as Traders Await Fed Minutes
Global emas prices eased as investors waited for the Federal Reserve's latest minutes, weighing U.S. rate signals, Middle East tensions and what comes next for bullion.
Skello Raises €200M as Founders Gain More Equity
French startup Skello secured €200 million in funding. Unusually, the founders’ stake increased because the company is already profitable.
July 2026 Fuel Prices Face Pressure Amid 3.34% Inflation
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – As Indonesia’s annual inflation rose to 3.34% in June 2026, public attention and business concerns have once again centered on a crucial commodity: fuel, or BBM.
July 2026 Electricity Tariff Stays Flat, Govt Protects Households
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – Good news came for all Indonesians at the start of July 2026. The government, through the Ministry of Energy...
Singaporean Fined RM20,000 for Buying Subsidized Fuel in Johor
A Singaporean foreign national was fined RM20,000, or about Rp 88 million, after being caught buying subsidized fuel in Johor, Malaysia. The case is the first punishment under the strict rules in effect since April 2026.
Merauke Farmers Complain of Diesel Shortage, Amran Says He’s Happy
Agriculture Minister Amran Sulaiman responded to Merauke farmers' complaint about scarce diesel with gratitude, saying it showed farm machinery was truly being used.
GOTO Speaks on Tokopedia Mass Layoffs With 24.99% Stake
GOTO addressed reports of mass layoffs at Tokopedia, saying the financial impact on the company remains limited. Here’s the official explanation.
Tokopedia Restructuring in July 2026: TikTok Confirms R&D Cuts
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM - Tokopedia is back in the spotlight in early July 2026 after TikTok, its majority shareholder, officially confirmed an organizational restructuring that includes layoffs affecting some employees.
July 2026 Portfolio Review: Resilient Stock Sectors
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – Entering July 2026, we are officially at the gateway to the second half of the year. For market participants...
Stable Investments for July 2026: SBN, Gold, Deposits
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – Uncertainty is clouding the domestic financial market heading into the second half of the year. Investors are now being pushed to secure assets...
Pertamax Turbo, Dexlite, Diesel Prices Cut Jul 1, 2026
PT Pertamina (Persero) has lowered prices for Pertamax Turbo, Pertamina Dex, and Dexlite effective July 1, 2026, following recent moves in global oil prices.
B50 Fuel Price Outlook: What Changes on July 1
The government has officially launched the B50 biodiesel program starting Wednesday (7/1/2026) to strengthen energy security. Also see the latest Antam gold prices and BTN's credit portfolio acquisition move.
Q3 2026 Market Outlook: Best Sectors for Short-Term Gains?
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – Short-term investing enters July 2026 with the spotlight on technology, mining, and banking as market participants...
IDX Falls 1.52% to 5,732 on June 30 as 417 Stocks Drop
Indonesia's composite index (IDX/IHSG) opened sharply lower on June 30, 2026, shedding 88.47 points or 1.52% to 5,732 by 9:10 a.m. WIB. Selling pressure hit immediately as investors held back ahead of key economic data releases in early July, including June inflation figures and May trade balance.
Mid-Year Money Check: 5 Ways to Rebuild Your Emergency Fund
Is your emergency fund ready for the next six months — or has it quietly drained since January? These five concrete steps can shore up your financial safety net before the second half of 2026 begins.
Poultry Crisis: Government Subsidy for Feed Corn Cuts Production Costs
Government rolls out a Rp678 billion corn feed subsidy via Bapanas to stabilize crashing poultry prices. Smallholders across 26 provinces receive aid as market rates plummet.
Pegadaian Invites Youth: Buy Your Future at Today’s Price
Over 1,000 students at Universitas Andalas, Padang, opened Pegadaian Gold Savings accounts during a CEO Talks session. Director Ismail Ilyas encouraged students to master financial literacy early, starting with a simple mantra: buy your future at today’s price.
1.64M JHT Claimants Pay Zero Income Tax: Here’s Why
Indonesia's Finance Ministry confirms 1.64 million JHT (old-age benefit) claims under Rp 50 million qualify for a 0% final income tax rate through May 2026. The rule isn't new — it stems from a 2010 ministerial regulation — but the scale reveals just how many workers benefit. Those above the threshold still owe 5% tax on the excess.
Purbaya Chases BPKP for Audit Results on 10 Palm Oil Firms
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa demands audit results on 10 palm oil companies suspected of under-invoicing, citing significant revenue losses.
Manokwari Customs: Export Volume Fell 38.68% in May
KPPBC Manokwari recorded a 38.68 percent drop in export volume in May 2026 to 110.74 million kilograms. The decline was mainly driven by weaker overseas demand for cement clinker, even as several PT Conch West Papua Cement products still supported regional exports.
9 Ways to Cut Fuel Costs 30% Without Engine Mods
Indonesia's B50 biodiesel mandate kicks in July 1, 2026 — but real savings come from how you drive, not what you pump. These nine proven habits can cut fuel consumption by up to 30%, saving drivers roughly $180–$220 a year with zero modifications required.