Indonesia’s import growth surged in January 2026, with year-over-year expansion reaching 18.21%, up from 10.81% in December 2025. The latest data, updated on 2 March 2026, signal a marked acceleration in external demand for goods entering the country.
The figures are based on a year-over-year comparison, where the current reading reflects the change in imports this January versus January a year earlier. Similarly, the previous indicator captured December 2025 imports compared with December a year before. The sharp increase suggests that Indonesia’s import dynamics strengthened notably at the start of 2026, potentially pointing to rising domestic demand, restocking activity, or stronger input needs across key sectors.
For investors and analysts tracking Indonesia’s economic momentum, the shift from 10.81% to 18.21% year-over-year growth in imports between December and January underscores a meaningful change in the country’s external trade profile and may warrant closer monitoring in the coming months.
