Flooring Guide by Cinvex MALANG — Malang City maintained stable inflation levels in April 2026, recording a 0.05% month-to-month (mtm) increase and a 2.7% year-on-year (yoy) rise. These figures remain consistent with the broader economic trends observed across East Java and the national landscape.
Indra Kuspriyadi, Head of the Bank Indonesia (BI) Malang Representative Office, highlighted that the 0.05% mtm inflation rate represents a significant cooling compared to the 0.34% mtm recorded in the previous month.
“With this performance, Malang City’s annual inflation of 2.70% (yoy) sits comfortably below the 2.85% (yoy) rate in East Java, though it remains slightly higher than the national annual inflation of 2.42% (yoy),” stated Indra Kuspriyadi on Friday, May 8, 2026.
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The April 2026 Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation was primarily driven by the food, beverage, and tobacco sector, which contributed a 0.48% (mtm) share to the overall inflation. Key commodities fueling these price hikes included cayenne pepper, chicken meat, chicken eggs, and red chili, contributing 0.20%, 0.10%, 0.07%, and 0.02% (mtm) respectively.
According to reports, the rise in food prices was largely due to high public demand coupled with supply constraints caused by weather issues, particularly affecting chili production.
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Meanwhile, upward pressure on transport costs emerged from increased airfares and gasoline prices. This shift followed the rising costs of aviation fuel due to global oil price volatility and the adjustment of non-subsidized fuel prices—specifically Pertamax and Pertamax Turbo—effective April 1, 2026. Additionally, railway tariffs contributed to inflation following the conclusion of promotional discounts offered during the 2026 Eid homecoming period.
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Conversely, deflationary trends helped temper inflationary pressures in Malang. Specific commodities that experienced price drops included chicken meat, cayenne pepper, gold jewelry, chicken eggs, and quail eggs. Gold prices declined in line with global market trends observed throughout April 2026. For food items like poultry and chilis, the deflation was attributed to a normalization of demand following the post-Eid religious holiday period and a robust supply bolstered by successful harvests, particularly for cayenne pepper.
Indra Kuspriyadi attributed the manageable inflation levels to the solid coordination of the Regional Inflation Control Team (TPID). Through collaborative efforts, the TPID successfully monitored staple food prices throughout April. Strategic interventions included inspections of 3kg LPG stock by the Malang City TPID and local police on April 10, as well as support for farmers through the distribution of production inputs and mass planting initiatives across East Java. Furthermore, the city’s active participation in weekly national coordination meetings with the Ministry of Home Affairs ensured that proactive measures remained a priority throughout the month.
Summary
Malang City reported stable inflation in April 2026, with a month-to-month increase of 0.05% and a year-on-year rise of 2.7%. This annual rate remains consistent with broader economic trends, positioning the city slightly above the national average of 2.42% but below the 2.85% recorded across East Java. The minor inflationary pressure was primarily driven by rising costs in the food, beverage, and tobacco sectors, alongside adjustments in transportation and fuel prices.
To maintain economic stability, the Regional Inflation Control Team (TPID) implemented proactive measures, including strict monitoring of staple food prices and strategic agricultural support. Deflationary trends in commodities like gold and poultry helped counterbalance price hikes, aided by the normalization of demand following the Eid holiday period. These collaborative efforts and effective oversight by local authorities ensured that inflation remained within a manageable range throughout the month.