26 May 2026: Rupiah weakens again to Rp17,749 per US dollar

The Indonesian rupiah opened slightly weaker against the US dollar on Tuesday morning (26 May), according to market data collected until 09:00 WIB. The currency depreciated by five points, or approximately 0.03%, to Rp17,749 per US dollar, a minor decline from the previous close of Rp17,744. This movement is considered a normal fluctuation as market participants adopt a cautious stance ahead of domestic economic data releases and US Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions, which continue to impact emerging market currencies. Despite the slight pressure, national economic fundamentals are expected to maintain rupiah stability against excessive volatility throughout the day. Investors are advised to monitor the US dollar index (DXY), which serves as a benchmark for the greenback’s strength against major currencies. As of this report, the rupiah remains within a tight consolidation range, with Bank Indonesia expected to actively intervene to ensure exchange rate volatility stays aligned with fundamentals.