Indonesia Building Materials Market Trends 2026
A summary of Indonesia building materials market trends in 2026 from official data and media as of 22 October 2026. Prices rising: the building-materials wholesale price index (IHPB) rose 9.63% year on year in September 2026, led by asphalt, rebar and crushed stone; cement up 7.44% yoy. Strong demand: H1 2026 domestic cement demand rose 10.2% to 29.9 million tonnes, driven by the 3-million-homes programme (1,790,081 units built/renovated to 15 October 2026) and FLPP mortgages (185,333 units to 20 October 2026). Supply side: cement capacity only ~56% utilised, steel imports 7 million tonnes to August, while the ceramic industry still expands by 110 million m².
Key market indicators 2026
| Indicator | Figure | Source | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| IHPB bahan bangunan Sep 2026 | 111,64; +9,63% yoy; semen +7,44% yoy | Periskop / BPS | Periskop |
| Permintaan semen semester I 2026 | 29,9 juta ton (+10,2%); utilisasi ±56% | Bisnis.com | homeX (data Bisnis.com) |
| Program 3 juta rumah | 1.790.081 unit (s.d. 15 Okt 2026) | Antara / Kementerian PKP | Antara |
| KPR FLPP 2026 | 185.333 unit, Rp23,09 T (s.d. 20 Okt) | Antara | Antara |
| Industri keramik | Ekspansi 110 juta m²; gas US$11/MMBTU | Kompas | Kompas |
| Impor baja | 7 juta ton (Jan–Agu 2026) | IISIA | homeX (data IISIA) |
Figures quoted from public sources as of 22 October 2026; they may be revised by the agencies concerned.
What it means for buyers
With IHPB up ~10% a year, contractors and shops should lock prices of key materials (cement, steel, tiles) early and include escalation clauses.
Opportunities for Chinese suppliers
Housing demand is high, but tiles face anti-dumping and safeguard duties; bigger openings lie in unprotected categories, subject to SNI. See the homeX China-to-Indonesia export guide.
Buyer tips
- Lock key material prices early.
- Track monthly BPS IHPB releases.
- Stock up before government project season.
- Diversify tile and steel suppliers.
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Disclaimer: prices change without notice and differ by store, city, pack size, grade and promotion. Data as of 22 October 2026; always confirm with the seller before buying.
FAQ
How much have prices risen in 2026? Building-materials IHPB rose 9.63% yoy in September 2026 (BPS via Periskop).
What drives demand? The 3-million-homes programme (1.79 million units) and FLPP mortgages (185,333 units to 20 Oct 2026).
Is cement supply sufficient? Yes by capacity: ~56% utilisation of ~120 Mt, though local shortages can occur in some regions.
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Price sources (checked 22 October 2026): Periskop — IHPB September 2026; homeX (data Bisnis.com) — Cement industry 2026; Antara — 1.79 million homes; Antara — FLPP realisation; Kompas — ASAKI: ceramic expansion; homeX (data IISIA) — Steel industry update.