Value Re-established But Stay Underweight for Now: Indonesia – Economics, Macro & Equity Strategy | Asia Pacific
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- Indonesia macro and equity strategy underweight rationale
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Report Summary
Morgan Stanley maintains an underweight stance on Indonesia equities despite substantial value re-establishment, as the implied cost of equity at 12.8% (highest since the GFC) could potentially peak at 16-18% amid further Bank Indonesia rate hikes. Policy uncertainty, 18 consecutive months of negative earnings revisions breadth, and consensus EPS growth of just 0.1% for 2026 keep the team cautious. The upcoming MSCI classification review on June 24 is a key signpost, with high probability of Indonesia retaining EM status.
Key Takeaways
- Implied cost of equity from DDM model stands at 12.8%, the highest since the GFC, with potential peak of 16-18% if government bond yields rise further
- Bank Indonesia has hiked rates 75bp to 5.50% in May-June 2026, pivoting from easing to tightening to defend the rupiah; another 25bp hike expected
- Consensus EPS growth for 2026 has fallen to 0.1% yoy with revisions breadth negative for 18 straight months; downside risk to 2027E recovery of 9.5%
- MSC Indonesia trades at 9x forward P/E (1 SD below historical average) with trailing dividend yield near 7% (historical peak)
- High probability Indonesia retains EM status in MSCI June 24 review after reforms including 15% minimum free float and improved shareholder disclosure
- All key sectors face headwinds: banks see rising cost of equity and NIM compression; telcos face macro-capped upside; energy/materials demand remains tepid; consumer de-rating continues
Why This Report Matters
Indonesia equities are at their cheapest relative to EM in over two decades, making the MSCI classification decision and potential earnings inflection critical signposts for the largest Southeast Asian economy's investability.
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