Indonesia’s Foreign Direct Investment Reaches US$56.1 Billion in H1 2026
Indonesia’s economy continued to show strong momentum in the first half of 2026, with Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) reaching US$56.1 billion. The figure puts the country close to the halfway mark of its full-year investment target, despite ongoing global economic uncertainty and geopolitical challenges.
Indonesia Investment Surpasses Rp1,000 Trillion in First Half of 2026
Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani said Indonesia recorded Rp1,010.6 trillion in total investment during the first six months of the year. This is a 7.2% increase compared to the same period last year and represents 49.5% of the government’s 2026 investment target of Rp2,041.3 trillion.
Foreign Direct Investment contributed Rp507.6 trillion, making up 50.2% of total investment. Domestic investment came in just behind at Rp502.9 trillion, accounting for 49.8%.
Investment was also evenly spread across the country. Java attracted Rp502.8 trillion, while regions outside Java received Rp507.8 trillion, showing that growth isn’t just happening in Indonesia’s biggest economic centres.
Indonesia Investment Creates 1.44 Million Jobs in 2026
One of the biggest positives for Indonesia’s economy has been employment. Investment projects created more than 1.44 million jobs in the first half of 2026, marking a 15% increase compared to last year.
The strong job growth highlights how both local and Foreign Direct Investment continue to support economic development across the country. Jakarta remained Indonesia’s top investment destination, attracting Rp173.6 trillion.
It was followed by:
- West Java – Rp138.1 trillion
- East Java – Rp72.7 trillion
- Central Sulawesi – Rp68.7 trillion
- Banten – Rp66.3 trillion
These regions continue to play an important role in driving Indonesia’s growing economy. The largest share of investment went into the basic metals and fabricated metal products industry, which received Rp150.4 trillion.
Other leading sectors included:
- Other services
- Mining
- Transportation, warehousing and telecommunications
- Housing, industrial estates and office developments
These industries continue to attract both domestic capital and Foreign Direct Investment, helping strengthen Indonesia’s long-term economic growth.
Singapore Remains Indonesia’s Largest Foreign Investor
Singapore continued to be Indonesia’s biggest foreign investor, contributing US$8.8 billion during the first half of 2026.
It was followed by:
- Hong Kong – US$7.6 billion
- China – US$3.9 billion
- Japan – US$1.9 billion
- United States – US$1.7 billion
Singapore has held the top position for more than a decade, showing its ongoing confidence in Indonesia’s economy and investment opportunities.
With investment remaining strong and job creation continuing to rise, Indonesia is well positioned to achieve its full-year investment target, although global economic conditions will still be something businesses are keeping a close eye on. The results so far are definitely an encouraging sign for the country’s growth outlook.
