Mar 06, 2013
Indonesia’s GDP grew at a CAGR of 5.6% for a total of $890.67 billion at current prices in 2012.
Indonesia is the large archipelago located between Southeast Asia and Australia. Indonesia’s GDP grew at a CAGR of 5.6% for a total of $890.67 billion at current prices in 2012. The country is recognized for its strong economic growth, prudent fiscal management, and a sound macroeconomic policy framework in recent years. Lucintel estimates the economy of Indonesia would reach US$2 trillion by 2018. The country has a risk rating of BBB by different credit rating agencies.
L u c i n t e l , a l e a d i n g g l o b a l management consulting and market research firm, has conducted a competitive analysis on this country and presents its findings in "Indonesia Country Analysis 2012-2017: An Evaluation of Political, Social, Economic, and Business Risk." This study provides a concise overview of the political, economic, social, technological, and business risk associated with the country.
Lucintel discusses the various challenges including financial the country faced in the last decade. Indonesia has weak infrastructure in terms of railways and roadways. Poor infrastructure presents obstacles in the growth of investment in the country and is a major obstacle in industrial growth.
Lucintel’s study encompasses the major drivers. Indonesia has low dependence on foreign trade. The major source of domestic consumption in the country is its burgeoning middle class. This factor insulates Indonesia from being dependent on exports and become vulnerable to economic risks.
Indonesia ranks among the more stable economies of the Asia Pacific region. The country has an advantageous position in terms of its young population. The level of education plays a vital role in the development of better quality human resources in the country. In Indonesia, the national literacy rate stands at 92% and there is approximately 39% enrollment in tertiary education, which is ample and indicates the quality of higher education.
This industry research report highlights different aspects of the country including geographical location, economic performance, sectoral contribution, population trends, per capita income, trend of inflation, balance of payment, budget deficit, trade structure, foreign exchange reserve and rates, and R&D expenditure.
Source: TIMTOS Show Daily Report