Indonesia Posts Unexpected July Trade Surplus

Indonesia posted a modest trade surplus in July as exports exceeded forecasts. However analysts warn that surging imports may strain the external balance.

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FILE PHOTO: A worker riding a motorcycle passes stacks of containers at the IPC Containter Terminal of Tanjung Priok port in Jakarta, Indonesia, November 4, 2021. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan/ File Photo

Indonesia posted a trade surplus of $130 million in July, reversing a June deficit as exports climbed 6% to $26.22 billion. The result outperformed economist expectations for a deficit of $200 million. Strong shipments of coal and nickel drove the surprise recovery.

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