Indonesia's Capital Market Reaches Historic 20 Million Investor Milestone

Significant Growth in Investor Base

The Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) has recorded a significant achievement with the number of capital market investors surpassing 20 million in December 2025. This represents a substantial 34.8% increase from the 14.87 million investors recorded at the end of 2024, marking an addition of approximately 5.17 million new investors.

Breakdown of Investor Growth

The surge in investor numbers is particularly notable in the stock investor category, which has grown to 8.46 million, a 32.6% increase from the 6.38 million recorded at the end of 2024. This growth indicates a significant expansion in retail participation in the capital market.

Factors Driving Investor Growth

Jeffrey Hendrik, Director of BEI Development, attributes this remarkable growth to the effectiveness of financial literacy programs and digital education initiatives. The presence of nearly 1,000 Investment Galleries (GI) BEI and 29 BEI Representative Offices across the country has made investment education more accessible to the general public.

Collaborative Efforts

The success of these initiatives is attributed to the collaborative efforts between BEI, the Financial Services Authority (OJK), Self-Regulatory Organizations, and other stakeholders in the capital market ecosystem. Their combined efforts have created a more inclusive investment environment, enabling broader access to investment opportunities across various regions in Indonesia.

Market Implications

This milestone not only reflects the growing interest in capital market investments but also indicates the success of ongoing efforts to promote financial inclusion and digitalization in Indonesia's financial sector. The continued growth in investor numbers is expected to contribute positively to the development of the country's capital market.