Official: Shell Withdraws from Gas Station Business in Indonesia — What This Means for Consumers and Investors

There’s a time when even giants step down from the stage. Just recently, PT Shell Indonesia made a headline-worthy announcement — one that didn’t just ripple through the energy sector but also stirred curiosity across the country. The energy giant has officially handed over the reins of its gas station operations in Indonesia to a joint venture between Citadel Pacific … Read More

Pondok Pesantren Tebuireng, Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia

History of its establishment

Pondok Pesantren Tebuireng was founded by K.H. Hasyim Asy’ari in 1899 AD. This Islamic boarding school was founded after he returned from his wanderings studying at various leading educational institutions and in the land of Mecca, to practice the knowledge he had acquired.

Tebuireng was formerly the name of a small hamlet in the Cukir area, … Read More

Why Many Businesses in Bali Fail in the First Year — And How to Overcome It

Starting a business in Bali sounds like a dream. The stunning beaches, buzzing tourism, and growing digital nomad culture make it seem like the perfect place to launch a café, a boutique, or even a co-working space. But here’s the hard truth: many businesses in Bali don’t survive past their first year.

Why is that? And more importantly, what … Read More

Is Bali’s Property Market Really Slowing Down? Let’s Break It Down

There’s been quite a buzz lately about the property market in Bali. Some reports claim that things are slowing down, with land prices dropping and villas sitting empty. With the global economic turbulence affecting many sectors, it’s easy to assume Bali might be facing the same fate. But is this really the case?

If you’ve been thinking about investing Read More

What’s Next for IHSG After the 2025 Eid Holiday? Here’s What Investors Should Know

As markets prepare to reopen after the long Eid holiday, many investors are starting to ask the same question: What’s going to happen to the Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG)? If you’re feeling uncertain about what lies ahead, you’re definitely not alone. There’s been a lot of talk about where the market is heading—especially after noticing how Asian stock exchangesRead More

Inversiones Halal: Tu Camino Hacia un Futuro Financiero Sin Riba

En el mundo financiero actual, cada vez más personas buscan alternativas de inversión que sean éticamente responsables y alineadas con sus valores. Si eres una de esas personas, seguramente has escuchado sobre la inversión halal y su compromiso de ser riba-free. Pero, ¿qué significa realmente invertir de manera halal y cómo puedes beneficiarte de ello? Acompáñanos en este recorrido … Read More