Indonesias Rupiah Hits Lowest Level in 16 Years

The video discusses Indonesia's economic strategies amidst market challenges. The government is cautious about interventions due to potential reserve depletion. Instead, they focus on reducing the deficit by boosting exports and reducing imports. The Indonesian Rupiah has been affected by local dollar demand and investor outflows, with concerns about the government's ability to manage the current account deficit. The video also compares Indonesia's situation with other emerging markets like Venezuela and Russia, highlighting the Rupiah's significant fall.

What is the Indonesian government's approach to handling the economic trend without depleting reserves?

• Increase foreign loans

• Cut public spending

• Launch a massive intervention

• Boost exports and reduce imports

What has contributed to the Indonesian rupiah's decline to its lowest level since 1998?

• Government's strong economic policies

• Increased foreign investments

• Rising oil prices

• Year-end dollar demand and investor outflows

Why are investors concerned about the Indonesian government's economic strength?

• Stable political environment

• Low inflation rates

• Strong currency value

• High current account deficit

What is the recorded current account deficit for Indonesia in the third quarter?

• 5.3 billion USD

• 6.8 billion USD

• 8.2 billion USD

• 4.5 billion USD

When does the central bank expect the rupiah's volatility to return to normal?

• By the end of next year

• By mid-next year

• By January of next year

• By the end of the current year