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IHSG plunges sharply due to MSCI sentiment on free float
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The Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG) plunged over 7 percent at the opening of trading on Thursday (January 29, 2026), triggering a trading halt by the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI). The drop was triggered by MSCI's announcement freezing the rebalancing of Indonesia's stock index due to free float transparency issues. The risk of downgrading from emerging to frontier market status looms larger.
Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) plans to raise the minimum free float requirement for stocks from 7.5 percent to 15 percent to align with Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) standards. This policy, alongside the demutualization of the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI), is part of broader capital market reforms. Implementation is targeted for March 2026.
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The Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG) opened up 76 points or 0.93 percent at 8,308 on Friday, January 30, 2026, following a sharp drop the previous day due to concerns over the MSCI announcement. Analysts predict ongoing fluctuations though the index holds above key support levels. Financial authorities responded with new policies to enhance market transparency.