Indonesian subsidized diesel consumption rises 15.10% in August

Consumption of subsidized diesel fuel in Indonesia saw a significant increase of 15.10% in August 2026, reaching an average of 58,271 kiloliters per day. This surge is primarily attributed to the rising prices of non-subsidized diesel alternatives and a notable uptick in logistics activities across the country.

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From the monitoring of fuel distribution for diesel, the increase is quite significant.

Wahyudi Anas, head of the Regulatory Body for Downstream Oil and Gas (BPH Migas), reported the figures during a hearing with Commission XII of the Indonesian House of Representatives. He explained that before the price hike of non-subsidized diesel, such as the Dex series, the average daily distribution of subsidized diesel was 50,624 kiloliters. Following the price increase on April 18, 2026, consumption began to climb.

The trend shows a consistent rise in subsidized diesel consumption. From April 18 to May 4, consumption increased by 0.24%. By May, it reached 52,685 kiloliters per day, a 4.07% rise. This upward trajectory continued through June and July, culminating in the August figures. The agency also noted that increased logistics activities, encompassing both exports and imports, contributed to the higher demand.

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The increase in August was 15.10 percent. This is specifically for diesel, and we continue to process it in order to fulfill the needs of the community well, because economic factors also indicate an increase.

Furthermore, Wahyudi pointed to the growth in productive economic sectors as a key driver. The trade sector expanded by 6.39% year-to-date, accommodation and food services by 10.6%, and agriculture by 3.8%. This economic expansion, coupled with the price disparity between subsidized and non-subsidized diesel, fueled the increased consumption of subsidized fuel.

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Trade grew 6.39 percent year to date, accommodation and food-drink grew 10.6 percent year to date, and agriculture also experienced growth of 3.8 percent year to date.