The Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) has released Indonesia's investment realization data for the second quarter and the first half of 2026, providing an overview of the country's investment performance during the period. In the second quarter of 2026, investment realization reached IDR 511.8 trillion, representing a 7.1% year-on-year (YoY) increase and creating 742,293 direct jobs nationwide.
Looking at the broader investment performance, Indonesia's cumulative investment realization in the first half of 2026 reached IDR 1,010.6 trillion, representing a 7.2% increase compared to the same period last year and achieving 49.5% of the national investment target of IDR 2,041.3 trillion for 2026. Investment remained well balanced between Domestic Direct Investment (DDI) and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), which contributed IDR 502.98 trillion (49.8%) and IDR 507.64 trillion (50.2%), respectively. The balanced investment composition further demonstrates the broad-based nature of Indonesia's investment growth.
The Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry/Chairman of BKPM emphasized that Indonesia's strong investment performance reflects continued investor confidence despite ongoing global economic uncertainties. Across Indonesia, investment realization remained strong across several provinces during the first half of 2026. DKI Jakarta led investment realization in the first half of 2026, reaching IDR 173.6 trillion and contributing 17.2% of Indonesia's total investment realization. It was followed by West Java with IDR 138.1 trillion (13.7%), East Java with IDR 72.7 trillion (7.2%), Central Sulawesi with IDR 68.7 trillion (6.8%), and Banten with IDR 66.3 trillion (6.6%). The regional distribution of investment highlights the important role of provinces in supporting Indonesia's investment growth and economic development.
Several strategic sectors continued to play an important role in driving Indonesia's investment realization during the first half of 2026. The Basic Metal Industry, Metal Goods, Non-Machinery and Equipment Industry sector remained the largest contributor, contributing IDR 150.4 trillion or 14.9% of total investment realization. Other major contributors included Other Services at IDR 114.0 trillion (11.3%), Mining at IDR 105.0 trillion (10.4%), Transportation, Warehousing, and Telecommunications at IDR 102.7 trillion (10.2%), and Housing, Industrial Estates, and Office Buildings at IDR 85.8 trillion (8.5%). The breadth of investment opportunities across these sectors continued to support Indonesia's economic growth.
The benefits of Indonesia's investment growth extend beyond capital realization, contributing significantly to employment creation across the country. Investment activities nationwide absorbed 1,448,862 direct workers during the first half of 2026, representing a 15% increase compared to the same period in the previous year. This highlights the broader impact of investment in supporting job creation and driving sustainable economic development across the country.
Overall, Indonesia's investment performance in the first half of 2026 reflects broad-based growth across regions and sectors, supported by strong participation from both domestic and foreign investors. Continued investment momentum has not only contributed to economic growth but has also generated significant employment opportunities across the country. As Indonesia continues to strengthen its investment ecosystem, sustained investor confidence will remain an important foundation for supporting long-term and sustainable economic development and sustaining Indonesia's investment performance in the years ahead.