Bauxite Overtakes Nickel as Top Investment Sector in Indonesia, Driven by New Projects

Published: Jul 20, 2026 10:42

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[SMM Aluminum Express News] Bauxite overtook nickel as Indonesia's largest downstream investment sector in the second quarter of 2026, driven by the construction of new bauxite processing and smelting projects by domestic and foreign investors, according to Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani. Total downstream investment reached Rp152.7 trillion, up 5.7% year on year, accounting for 29.8% of national investment during the quarter. The government said it will continue expanding downstream development beyond nickel by building a more integrated bauxite value chain while accelerating investment in other strategic commodities, including palm oil, rubber, timber and silica sand.

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