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Part of MSCI reviewed investability criteria for Indonesian markets.

How could MSCI's potential index removal affect the Indonesia Stock Exchange?

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MSCI's potential downgrade may severely strain the Indonesia Stock Exchange's liquidity If MSCI proceeds with removing Indonesia from its emerging-market indexes, the resulting forced institutional selling by global passive funds could create a severe liquidity drain on the market. This drain would make it significantly harder for domestic companies and the Indonesian government to raise equity capital. The exchange, which recently saw the Jakarta Composite Index plunge 11.57 percent following the warning, would face increased operational pressure and instability.

Reported by 10 independent outlets Written Oct 19
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The facts so far

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  • MSCI is considering removing Indonesia from its emerging-market indexes due to concerns about market transparency, corporate governance, and ownership structures.worthynews.com
  • The Jakarta Composite Index plummeted 11.57 percent on Friday, its weakest level since October 2020.indonesia-investments.com
  • An MSCI downgrade would force global passive funds to contractually sell every Indonesian share they hold.indonesia-investments.com
  • Jakarta-based Samuel Sekuritas estimates potential net foreign selling pressure could be between IDR 105 trillion and IDR 132 trillion.indonesia-investments.com

Why it matters

The Indonesia Stock Exchange operates in a highly sensitive environment where international investor confidence is paramount. A severe liquidity drain or forced institutional selling would not only challenge the exchange's operational stability but also hinder the ability of Indonesian companies to fund new projects or expand production, potentially slowing economic growth.

This crisis echoes the turmoil of the 1998 Asian financial crisis, when market upheaval led to massive capital flight and political instability. The threat of losing emerging-market status puts Indonesia's financial reputation at risk, forcing the government to demonstrate meaningful improvements in market governance to maintain investor trust.

What we don't know yet

  • Will MSCI accept the reforms announced by Indonesian authorities, including the sanctioning of 835 parties?
  • How quickly can Indonesian regulators demonstrate sufficient improvements in market governance and functioning?

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What would change this answer

MSCI announces a final decision to proceed with reclassification by June 30, 2027The negative effect on the exchange's liquidity and operations would become immediate and certain.
Indonesian authorities successfully present clear evidence of meaningful improvements in market governanceThe risk of forced institutional selling and liquidity drain would significantly decrease.

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