Jokowi Sees Low Inflation Supporting Interest Rate Cut

The transcript discusses the desire for lower interest rates, the role of the Central Bank in rate adjustments, and the impact of inflation on interest rates. It highlights the benefits of lower rates for businesses, including reduced costs and increased competitiveness, leading to business expansion and labor market growth.

What action did the Central Bank take last year regarding interest rates?

• Raised rates in August

• Increased rates six times

• Cut rates six times

• Kept rates constant

What was the inflation rate in Indonesia in 2015?

• 3.3%

• Below 4%

• 4.25%

• 3.35%

According to the speaker, what should happen to bank interest rates if inflation is low?

• They should increase

• They should remain the same

• They should go down

• They should fluctuate

Why are businessmen happy when bank interest rates decrease?

• It leads to higher inflation

• It increases their costs

• It reduces product competitiveness

• It lowers costs and improves competitiveness

What is one potential benefit of lower interest rates mentioned by the speaker?

• Decreased labor market expansion

• Increased business expansion

• Higher inflation rates

• Reduced product competitiveness