Ferry Irwandi's Debut Book Presents Financial Literacy in More Accessible Format
Jakarta — Financial literacy is increasingly viewed as part of a lifestyle, particularly amongst younger readers familiar with various financial instruments.
Through his book “Prinsipil Ekonomi” (Principles of Economics), content creator and Malaka Project co-founder Ferry Irwandi presents a more accessible approach to understanding basic economic concepts.
Published in mid-February, the book positions economics as a science about choices that appear in everyday life, from managing time and planning careers to determining spending priorities.
The popular approach Ferry employs makes basic economic concepts presented in simpler and more contextual language.
Ferry explained that “Prinsipil Ekonomi” was written as a bridge for anyone wanting to study economics in a sensible, relevant, and practical manner, without requiring a specialised educational background in the field.
Amid the proliferation of digital financial instruments and rising risks of illegal investment fraud, basic financial literacy has become an increasingly relevant necessity. Data from the Financial Services Authority (OJK) shows that losses from investment fraud between 2017 and 2023 reached Rp139 trillion.
Masyita Crystallin, Head of Economic & ESG Strategic Positioning at Danantara Investment Management, believes that presenting economic material in simpler terms and closer to everyday experience can help readers grasp concepts that have previously been considered complicated.
Meanwhile, content creator Deddy Corbuzier stated that the habit of reading books can train attention span, which in modern life has become increasingly rare and valuable.
He also appreciated the initiative of Malaka Books, which he felt encouraged young people to continue reading and emphasised that this culture should be preserved.
“It’s amazing, you’re thinking of all our friends, young people, to keep reading books. This is something that must be continuously preserved,” Deddy said.