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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.
The Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG) opened up 0.62 percent at 8,991.75 on Monday (January 12, 2026), fueled by foreign capital inflows and positive global sentiment. This strength continues last week's bullish trend, where IHSG hit an all-time high of 9,002.92. Analysts forecast consolidation in the 8,860-9,000 range this week.
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Foreign ownership in the South Korean stock market reached its highest level in five years and eight months in December. Investors bought a net 3.5 trillion won worth of shares, raising their holdings to 32.9% of total market capitalization. This surge stems from strong global demand for memory chips and government reforms.
A man was injured in Smala village, Alam al-Roum, on Wednesday as residents tried to stop the forced demolition of a house. The operation involved a construction team escorted by police, just days after Egypt announced a multi-billion-dollar development deal with Qatar. A local source said security forces ordered residents to delete photos and videos from their phones.
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Stakeholders at The Nigeria Summit 2025 highlighted Nigeria's lag behind other African nations in digital economy advancement, despite its potential. They called for regulatory reforms, stability, and infrastructure improvements to position the country as a digital hub. Speakers emphasized challenges like low foreign investment and startup failures.