Indonesia Daily Focus November 26, 2020

 

2021 Economic Outlook - Tough road to recovery

2020 global economic review
So far, a series of data shows that COVID-19 has indeed brought more devastating economic impacts on various economies than previously thought. Due to the easing of social distancing measures, global economy is en route to recovery, albeit gradually.

2021 global economic outlook 
Entering 2021, we are expecting a V-shape recovery in the global economy, based on several fundamental reasons. For example, policy responses, from both central banks and central governments, have been more accommodating compared to what we saw during the GFC.

We believe that Biden’s presidency would be positive for the global economy and riskier assets in general. Although lots of COVID-19 vaccine candidates are already entering the phase 3 in their development, there are downside risks regarding the race to find an effective vaccine.

2020 Indonesia’s economic review
Even before COVID-19 hit, we observed that Indonesian people have been defensive, as retail sales have been declining although consumer confidence remained relatively high. In 9M20, Indonesia GDP contracted by 2.03% YoY, as household consumption fell by 2.29% YoY. Of a note, 3Q20 marks the start of a recession, which we expect will last until 4Q20.

2021 Indonesia’s economic outlook
To make sure that Indonesia will enjoy a V-shape recovery, the government needs to support micro-small businesses, along with confidence and purchasing power of middle-low income households, to be in a relatively good position; so far, that’s not happening.

A draft bill targeting the independence of BI, the ratification of Omnibus Law on job creation, uncertainties regarding massive vaccination, and also tepid growth of provincial minimum wage are other downside risks clouding Indonesia’s economic recovery in 2021.

Due to lots of downside risks clouding Indonesia’s economic prospect in 2021, we are projecting Indonesia’s economy to improve merely by 4.15%, implying a U-shape recovery.

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