KB Bank Economic Forum Explores Indonesia's 2026 Growth Prospects

Navigating Economic Challenges and Opportunities

PT Bank KB Indonesia Tbk (BBKP) hosted a significant economic forum on November 27, 2025, titled 'Navigating Indonesia's Next Growth Wave: Economic Outlook and Political Landscape 2026'. The event brought together key stakeholders from various sectors to discuss Indonesia's economic outlook for 2026. The forum featured prominent speakers including Chairman of Indonesia's National Economic Council Luhut Binsar Panjaitan, Chief Investment Officer Danantara Pandu Patria Sjahrir, political and economic analyst Burhanuddin Muhtadi, and Kang Nam Che, Chief of Global Business Group at KB Kookmin Bank.

Economic Prospects and Challenges

The speakers generally maintained a positive outlook on Indonesia's economic prospects for 2026, citing macroeconomic stability, increasing investment flows, and industrial strengthening through hilirisasi programs as key supporting factors. However, they also warned about external risks that need to be monitored, including global geopolitical conflicts, changes in advanced economies' monetary policies, commodity price volatility, and economic slowdowns in major trading partners.

Emerging Opportunities for Growth

The forum identified several potential catalysts for new growth drivers. Global supply chain restructuring, accelerated energy transition, and technological adoption were highlighted as significant opportunities for Indonesia to capture future growth. KB Bank CEO Kunardy Darma Lie emphasized the importance of translating global trends and geopolitical dynamics into adaptive strategies for Indonesia to seize upcoming growth opportunities.

International Perspectives and Collaboration

Kang Nam Che from KB Kookmin Bank expressed optimism about Indonesia's economic potential, citing the country's strong economic fundamentals, productive demographic profile, and growing global investor interest. The forum aimed to strengthen cross-sector collaboration to promote more inclusive, sustainable, and globally competitive national economic growth.

Strategic Rebranding and Integration

During the event, KB Bank also officially rebranded to PT Bank KB Indonesia Tbk, marking a significant step in strengthening its integration with KB Financial Group, one of South Korea's largest financial conglomerates. This rebranding reflects the bank's commitment to leveraging its global network while focusing on Indonesia's domestic market.