India and Indonesia launch local currency settlement framework to reduce dollar reliance

A potential downgrade could deter global investment, disrupt capital flows, and challenge Indonesia's emerging-market status and crypto ambitions. The post S&P Dow Jones places Indonesia on watchlist for potential downgrade to frontier-market status appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Indonesia's potential market reclassification could lead to significant capital outflows and increased scrutiny, impacting investor confidence. The post S&P Dow Jones Indices puts Indonesia on watch list for potential market reclassification appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post Indonesia: Deficit seen contained – UOB appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. UOB Global Economics & Markets Research economists Enrico Tanuwidjaja and Vincentius Ming Shen assess Indonesia’s fiscal metrics, noting a primary surplus in May despite rapid expenditure growth. They highlight strong tax-driven revenue supported by the Coretax system, elevated central government spending on social programs, and maintain a 2026 fiscal deficit forecast near 2.9% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), with potential narrowing if tax reforms and spending cuts succeed. Fiscal stance, deficit and financing risks “Indonesia’s fiscal position improved in May, with the primary balance returning to a surplus of IDR58.6tn.” “As a result, the fiscal deficit widened slightly to 0.70% of GDP from 0.63% in April, although it remained well below the statutory ceiling of 3% of GDP, preserving ample fiscal policy flexibility.” “Looking ahead, prudent fiscal management remains essential.” “We maintain our fi

Indonesia's zero-tax IFC in Bali could transform its economy by attracting global financial firms, diversifying beyond tourism and commodities. The post Indonesia plans 0% income tax rate for international financial center in Bali appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Expanding borrowable stocks could enhance market efficiency, align valuations more closely with reality, and modernize India's financial infrastructure. The post India plans to nearly double stocks eligible for borrowing to ease short selling appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

NSE's IPO highlights India's regulatory preference for traditional finance, setting a benchmark for stability over volatile crypto markets. The post India’s largest stock exchange kicks off marketing for its $3.3B IPO next week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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