Here’s a summary of the data provided, focusing on the Rupiah‘s performance and the factors influencing it:
key Takeaways (as of January 6, 2026):
* Rupiah Weakened: The Rupiah closed lower on January 6, 2026, at IDR 16,758 per US Dollar. It was also in the “red zone” earlier in the day, trading at IDR 16,759.
* Broader Asian Currency Trends: The Rupiah’s weakening occurred alongside mixed performance from other asian currencies. Some strengthened (Japanese Yen, Singapore Dollar, Chinese Yuan, Malaysian Ringgit, Thai Baht), while others weakened (Hong Kong Dollar, South Korean Won, Taiwan Dollar, Philippine Peso).
* US Dollar Strength: The US dollar index strengthened by 0.06% to 98.21, contributing to the Rupiah’s decline.
* Influencing Factors: According to Ibrahim, the Rupiah is sensitive to market sentiment due to:
* Global Geopolitical Uncertainty: Ongoing global political instability.
* Trade Balance Expectations: Anticipations regarding Indonesia’s future trade performance.
* Limited Space for intervention: The Indonesian government has less room to intervene in the foreign exchange market compared to november 2025.
In essence, the rupiah is currently weakening in a context of global uncertainty and a strengthening US dollar, with limited capacity for intervention to stabilize it.
