Indonesia’s Retail Growth and Regional Impact

Aprindo Chairman Solihin presented Indonesia’s retail sector at the APRCE 2026 in Tokyo, Japan, on October 7–10, 2026. The Indonesian Retailers Association emphasized Indonesia’s role as a significant consumer market and business hub within the Asia-Pacific retail landscape.

Indonesia’s wholesale and retail trade contributed 13.2 percent to the nation’s GDP in 2025, ranking third after manufacturing. This sector supports over 270 million consumers across urban and rural regions with both traditional and modern retail channels.

Solihin noted Indonesia’s potential extends beyond domestic markets, highlighting its expanding consumer base, growing digital payments, and evolving omnichannel retail ecosystems as key regional opportunities.