Jakarta Financial Festival 2026 promotes financial inclusion and market digitalization

The Jakarta Financial Festival 2026 has officially opened at Blok M Square, marking the conclusion of an inclusive market digitalization program. Conducted by the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government in collaboration with the Financial Services Industry Communication Forum (FKIJK) and the Financial Services Authority (OJK), the initiative has successfully reached 93 traditional markets.

Key achievements from the digitalization program include facilitating nearly 1,146 new bank accounts for traders, supporting financing for 99 debtors, and connecting 1,283 merchants to QRIS payment services. DKI Jakarta currently holds the highest financial literacy and inclusion indices in Indonesia, with literacy at 84.01 percent and inclusion at 99.74 percent.

During the event, health experts and banking officials also discussed the intersection of financial stability and well-being. Discussions emphasized that managing financial priorities is essential to preventing mental and physical health issues caused by financial stress.