Daily brief
MSCI has postponed its review of Indonesia's market status until November, giving the country more time to address transparency concerns, while also delaying a decision on South Korea which faces a potential downgrade alongside Indonesia. (ongoing coverage)
Indonesia announced a $1.5 billion economic support package including 10 kg of rice aid per citizen.
Indonesia offered $121 billion in investment opportunities for developing an EV battery ecosystem.
Malaysia's banks face higher interest rate risks in the second half of 2026.
A durian buying frenzy erupted in Malaysia as prices plunged to 12 US cents per fruit.