This week, the global IPO market experienced turbulence as several high-profile companies saw their share prices drop. From Indonesia's GoTo Gojek Tokopedia, struggling with regulatory concerns, to Volvo's underwhelming EV debut, and QuantumPharm's (XtalPi) decline amid China's regulatory uncertainty, newly-listed companies are facing steep challenges. Australian asset manager GQG Partners also faltered, reflecting investor doubts about its performance in a crowded market. Tune in as we break down the key factors behind these declines and what they signal for the future of IPOs in a complex global market.

In this episode, we dive deep into Indonesia’s ambitious digital transformation, as the country aims to fast-track its way into the OECD, the global economic premier league. We'll explore how Indonesia is leveraging digitalization to solve long-standing issues like bureaucracy, inefficiency, and corruption—changing the landscape for everyone from farmers in remote villages to global investors. With 64 ministries driving this transformation, it's a bold strategy that could reshape Indonesia's future. But will it work? Join us as we unravel the potential and challenges of this unprecedented experiment.

In this episode of Invest Indonesia, we explore the international success of Indonesia’s Pre-Employment program, which has gained global recognition for its innovative approach to addressing unemployment. We discuss the program's future amid concerns about the new administration's plans. We also highlight Jalin Pembayaran Nusantara, an Indonesian financial services company that recently won two prestigious awards for innovation. Additionally, we shift focus to Thailand, where Grab, the region’s leading ride-hailing service, faces fresh competition after Gojek's exit from Vietnam. What does this mean for consumers and the ride-hailing market in Southeast Asia? Tune in for these insights and more.