Bisnis-27 Index Falls as IHSG Slumps Amid Market Sell-Off

JAKARTA – The Bisnis-27 Index closed in negative territory on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, mirroring the broader slump of the Jakarta Composite Index (JCI), which plummeted by 4.11% by the end of the trading session.

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Data from the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) reveals that the index—a collaboration between the IDX and Bisnis Indonesia—fell by 4.33% to settle at 409.07. Among the 27 constituents, 26 stocks suffered declines, while only one managed to sustain gains.

PT Mitra Adiperkasa Tbk. (MAPI) emerged as the sole gainer in the index, climbing 0.67% to close at Rp1,495 per share. Conversely, the market saw significant selling pressure across various sectors. Notable decliners included PT Darma Henwa Tbk. (DEWA), which dropped 11.98% to Rp294, and PT Aneka Tambang Tbk. (ANTM), which fell 11.82% to Rp2,610. Other major stocks experiencing losses included PT Vale Indonesia Tbk. (INCO) with an 8.67% decline to Rp4,320, and PT Bumi Resources Tbk. (BUMI), which slid 8.07% to Rp148.

The downward trend extended to PT Bumi Resources Minerals Tbk. (BRMS), down 7.76% to Rp535; PT Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper Tbk. (INKP), down 7.74% to Rp7,150; PT Merdeka Battery Materials Tbk. (MBMA), down 6.33% to Rp444; and PT AKR Corporindo Tbk. (AKRA), which fell 5.86% to Rp1,205. The broad market sell-off followed the JCI’s sharp decline to 5,941, fueled by Moody’s recent negative outlook on Danantara Investment.

David Kurniawan, Equity Analyst at Indo Premier Sekuritas, noted that investor focus for June 2026 has shifted from the impact of MSCI rebalancing toward the government’s ability to maintain rupiah stability and restore foreign investor confidence. While Bank Indonesia (BI) has raised the benchmark interest rate to 5.25% to mitigate external pressures, the market remains skeptical regarding the effectiveness of this policy in curbing currency volatility and capital outflows.

“If the rupiah demonstrates stability over the coming weeks, market sentiment could improve, potentially paving the way for foreign capital to return to both domestic stock and bond markets,” Kurniawan stated in a research note dated Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

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Beyond domestic concerns, the monetary policy trajectory of The Fed remains a critical focal point. Investors are bracing for the mid-June FOMC meeting, which is expected to serve as a major catalyst for the month. Market participants are seeking clear signals regarding future interest rate paths and US inflation prospects. Kurniawan warned that a hawkish stance from the Fed could strengthen the US dollar, thereby limiting capital flows into emerging markets.

“Conversely, should there be indications that inflationary pressures are easing and the probability of rate cuts increases in the second half of the year, risk assets—including the Indonesian stock market—could receive a positive boost,” he added.

In a separate report titled Equity Strategy: Repricing the Risk; Potential Tactical Reliefs to Emerge, analysts at BRI Danareksa Sekuritas (BRIDS) emphasized that the year-to-date decline in the JCI reflects a rising risk premium for Indonesia. This suggests that the current downturn is not merely a broad sell-off across all emerging markets, but a reaction to specific local risks.

The analysts identified four primary factors dampening investor interest in Indonesian equities: fiscal risks stemming from rising oil prices due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, declining policy predictability, the negative outlook on Indonesia’s debt rating, and the impact of MSCI rebalancing that removed several domestic stocks.

Looking ahead, S&P’s upcoming outlook revision in July and the MSCI Market Accessibility review in June continue to cast a shadow over the JCI’s performance. Consequently, BRIDS has adjusted its outlook, stating, “We have revised our JCI target for December 2026 to 7,200, down from the previous 9,440. This reduction accounts for the removal of a 40% conglomerate stock premium that previously influenced our initial target.”

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell securities. Investment decisions are the sole responsibility of the reader. Bisnis.com is not liable for any losses or gains resulting from investment decisions made based on this information.

Summary

The Bisnis-27 Index fell by 4.33% to 409.07 on June 3, 2026, mirroring a broader 4.11% slump in the Jakarta Composite Index. PT Mitra Adiperkasa Tbk. was the sole gainer among index constituents, while significant declines were recorded by major stocks including PT Darma Henwa Tbk. and PT Aneka Tambang Tbk. This market downturn was largely triggered by Moody’s negative outlook on Danantara Investment and growing concerns over rupiah stability and domestic policy risks.

Analysts highlight that investor sentiment is further pressured by the potential for a hawkish stance from the U.S. Federal Reserve ahead of the mid-June FOMC meeting. Additionally, BRI Danareksa Sekuritas has lowered its year-end JCI target to 7,200, citing rising risk premiums, fiscal concerns related to global oil prices, and negative credit outlook revisions. Market participants remain focused on potential policy interventions and future international monetary signals to gauge the possibility of a recovery.

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