Executive Summary

Key insights and market outlook

Major Indonesian banks, including Bank Central Asia (BBCA) and Bank Tabungan Negara (BTN), are strengthening their capital positions to support business expansion in 2026. Both banks maintain strong capital adequacy ratios (CAR) above regulatory requirements, with BCA at 29.9% and BTN targeting 18-20%. This capital readiness enables them to navigate economic dynamics while supporting growth initiatives.

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Indonesian Banks Strengthen Capital Position for 2026 Expansion

Strong Capital Adequacy to Support Business Growth

Indonesian banks are entering 2026 with robust capital positions, positioning themselves for sustained business expansion while maintaining financial resilience. Major players like Bank Central Asia (BBCA) and Bank Tabungan Negara (BTN) are leading this trend with their strong capital adequacy ratios (CAR) ¹

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Capital Readiness for Business Expansion

Bank Central Asia reported a CAR of 29.9% as of September 2025, significantly above regulatory requirements. The bank's management emphasized that this strong capital position provides adequate cushion against potential risks while supporting business development ²

. Similarly, BTN is targeting a CAR between 18-20% for 2026, maintaining their strategic business growth while ensuring capital resilience ³.

Strategic Capital Management

BTN's management, led by Direktur Risk Management Setiyo Wibowo, highlighted that maintaining a CAR between 18-20% is considered optimal for balancing growth initiatives and risk management. The bank is preparing various capital strengthening options, including issuing capital-characteristic securities, shareholder loans, or right issues when needed ³

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Economic Context and Future Outlook

The strong capital positions of these major banks come as Indonesia's banking sector faces both opportunities and challenges in 2026. With inflation under control and economic growth showing signs of recovery, banks are well-positioned to support national economic initiatives, particularly in housing finance where BTN plays a crucial role ¹

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