Market Information Wednesday 26 August 2026

Easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pushed oil prices lower as the US shifted towards economic pressure rather than military action. Brent crude fell 2.6% to USD 86.26 a barrel, while WTI declined 2.6% to USD 80.25. Progress in talks over the Strait of Hormuz reduced concerns about disruptions to global oil supply.

Doubts are growing over Indonesia’s ambition to achieve 6% economic growth in 2027 while keeping its fiscal deficit at 2.4% of GDP. Economists cite weak consumer spending, rising debt and external headwinds, with the economy having expanded at around 5% on average over the past decade. Stronger investment and structural reforms are viewed as essential to make faster growth attainable.

The dollar held steady ahead of fresh US inflation data but remains on track for a 1% decline in August. Efforts to ease pressure on long term bond yields have shifted investor focus to concerns over rising public debt and monetary credibility, weighing on the currency. Demand for alternative stores of value has strengthened, with gold near USD 4,646 an ounce and bitcoin above USD 78,700.

The 6M Euribor is unchanged at 2.77% compared to previous business day. The 10Y Swap decreased with 4 basis points to 3.23% compared to previous business day.

In the attachment, today’s market data on money and capital market rates as well as other rates are presented.