A survey by Bank Indonesia (BI) estimates that retail business activity in Bali will continue to grow positively over the next six months despite challenges from the geopolitical crisis, supported in part by government fiscal stimulus.
“The sales index for the next six months, specifically in August 2026, is projected at 194 — above the optimistic zone and higher than July’s 184,” said Head of BI Bali Representative, Erwin Soeriadimadja in Denpasar, Bali, on Monday.
In the short term, the sales expectation index for May 2026 is estimated at 174, higher than the 170 projected for April 2026.
According to him, Bali’s retail sales outlook remains positive, as reflected in the sales expectation index, which illustrates business players’ confidence in sales performance in the short to medium term.
Meanwhile, the central bank maintained its policy interest rate at 4.75% in March 2026.
Erwin added that the government continues its fuel subsidy policy to support economic growth.
At the same time, the Regional Inflation Control Team across Bali Province continues to implement low‑cost market operations for strategic commodities.
“We, together with the Regional Inflation Control Team at both provincial and district/city levels, continue to strive to maintain price stability,” he said.
In March 2026, Bali’s retail sales index still grew within the optimistic zone above 100, reaching 123.8.
The main drivers were major religious holidays — Nyepi and Eid al‑Fitr — which boosted consumption of retail goods such as motor fuel, clothing, and food and beverages.
The Bali Retail Sales Survey is a monthly survey of 100 retailers in Denpasar and surrounding areas, aimed at obtaining early information on the direction of economic growth from the consumption side.
In addition, integrated commercial bank reports related to annual credit developments in the trade sector up to February 2026 also showed an increase of 1.46% year‑on‑year.
Source : AntaraNews
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