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FEATURED • 9 MIN READ • 12 MAY 2026

Global Economy Outlook 2026: Opportunities Behind the Crisis

The world isn't collapsing — it's decoupling. US/EU 1.5-1.8% vs ASEAN 4.6% vs Indonesia 5.1%. The question is not “Will there be recession?” but “Where to be when divergence pays?”

ISI ARTIKEL — HIGHLIGHTS:
  • 3 Forces: Rates higher-for-longer (BI 6.00%), commodities selective (nickel/copper floor high, palm/coal range), supply chain friend-shoring to ASEAN.
  • Opportunities ID: downstreaming 2.0 (bauxite/tin/fisheries), 70M MSME digitization, green JETP solar + battery.
  • Data: Global 3.1% • US 1.7% • China 4.5% • Indonesia 5.1% — World Bank Apr 2026.
  • Action: Hedge 50% USD, lock fixed-rate capex, overweight consumer staples/banks low CIR, learn AI + English + supply chain.
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By Dr. Kevin Tan • IMF, World Bank, BIGlobal Economy

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