Indonesia’s core inflation continued to cool in March 2026, edging down to 2.52% year-over-year from 2.63% in February 2026, according to data updated on 1 April 2026. The figure reflects price changes excluding volatile items and government-controlled prices, offering a clearer view of underlying inflationary pressures in the economy.
The latest reading reinforces a gradual disinflation trend in Indonesia’s core price dynamics. On a year-over-year basis, March’s 2.52% compares the price level to March a year earlier, while February’s 2.63% was measured against February a year earlier. The slight moderation suggests that underlying inflation remains contained, an important signal for policymakers as they gauge the balance between supporting growth and maintaining price stability.
With core inflation drifting lower, the data may provide some additional room for monetary authorities to assess future policy moves, although any decisions will depend on a broader set of economic indicators, including growth, employment, and external conditions. For now, the March figures point to a continuation of relatively stable underlying inflation in Southeast Asia’s largest economy.
