When Purbaya Spotlights Gen Z Investors and is Confident in a Bright Future for Indonesia's Capital Market
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com - Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has stressed the strengthening of integrity in the investment management industry, the enhancement of retail investor literacy, and optimism regarding the prospects of Indonesia’s capital market.
Purbaya has placed significant emphasis on the governance of investment managers.
He asserted that the management of public funds must be conducted with integrity, as it directly relates to investor trust in Indonesia’s financial markets.
“Integrity is non-negotiable,” said Purbaya at the inauguration of the Planned and Periodic Investment Programme (PINTAR) for Mutual Funds and the opening of Mutual Funds Week 2026 at the Indonesia Stock Exchange, on Monday (27/4/2026).
Purbaya stated that integrity is a crucial factor in bolstering the sense of security for domestic investors and maintaining global investors’ perceptions of Indonesia.
According to him, the advancement of technology and innovation in the financial sector must be supported by sound governance.
In addition to highlighting industry governance, Purbaya also touched on the increasing participation of the younger generation in the capital market.
He noted that young investors, particularly Gen Z, are becoming increasingly active in entering investment instruments, but in his view, this must be accompanied by an understanding of risks and investment strategies. “If you’re really skilled, go ahead. But if not, follow along first while learning,” he said.
Finance Minister Purbaya encouraged novice investors to utilise mutual funds as an entry point for investments, especially for those in society who lack sufficient time and knowledge to monitor the market.
Purbaya explained that a periodic investment approach can help investors reduce the risk of mistiming market entry and build long-term investment discipline.
Furthermore, Purbaya expressed optimism about Indonesia’s economic prospects and their connection to the capital market.
He stated that the government is implementing economic and fiscal reforms to strengthen the foundation for growth. “Even though there are many negative news stories badmouthing me, apparently. But I know full well that what we’re implementing is no small matter,” Purbaya remarked.
He mentioned that Indonesia’s economic growth has the potential to remain above 5.5 per cent in the first half of this year.
Purbaya also conveyed that tax revenues grew by 20 per cent in the first three months as part of the results of improvements to the tax system. “Our reforms are genuine improvements, real reforms. In the first three months, my tax revenues grew by 20 per cent,” he said.
According to Purbaya, strengthening domestic investors through instruments like mutual funds is part of efforts to deepen the national financial market.
He also noted that society can choose instruments according to their risk profiles, ranging from money market mutual funds, bonds, to shares.
Purbaya stated that expanding the domestic investor base, strengthening industry governance, and economic reforms are part of the government’s agenda to support the development of the national capital market.