Policy uncertainty spurs sell-off of Indonesian stocks, currency
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Markets face mounting pressure from fiscal concerns, new export controls
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in May unveiled a new state-backed body tasked with managing exports of key commodities, raising concerns among investors. © Reuters
ISMI DAMAYANTI, NATSUMI KAWASAKI and REZHA HADYAN
JAKARTA — The Jakarta Composite Index fell to its lowest level in five years, at 5,855, on Wednesday, as the rupiah continues to weaken against the dollar.
