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Retail Investors Need Real-Time Data Amid Volatility

From Republika · (2d ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Indonesian retail investors are increasingly reliant on real-time data due to high market volatility since early 2026.
  • Many investors still use outdated data, missing crucial trading opportunities as market prices fluctuate rapidly.
  • Industry players emphasize the need for better access to real-time information like order books and transaction flows to make informed decisions.

The Indonesian stock market's volatility since the start of 2026 has underscored a critical need for retail investors: real-time data. The rapid pace of transactions means that relying on delayed information is no longer a viable strategy, leading to missed opportunities and potentially flawed investment decisions.

Many investors are still making decisions based on data that is already late. Yet the market moves very quickly, even in seconds.

— Sergio TicoaluExplaining the disadvantage faced by investors relying on delayed market information.

Industry experts, such as Sergio Ticoalu from PT Indo Premier Sekuritas (IPOT), highlight that the primary challenge isn't just investment strategy, but a significant gap in information access. Many retail investors are still using end-of-day summaries or broker reports, which are published after trading hours and fail to reflect the live market dynamics. This delay means that decisions to enter or exit the market are often made long after the optimal moment has passed.

What differentiates is not just the analysis, but the speed of seeing the market conditions that are happening.

— Sergio TicoaluEmphasizing the importance of timely information over analytical skills alone in a fast-moving market.

As a result, there's a growing demand for features that provide live market insights. This includes tools like live order books to view buy and sell queues, indicators for accumulation and distribution during trading hours, and real-time pressure indicators. While access to such data is crucial, it's also important to remember that real-time information alone doesn't eliminate risk. Investors still require a solid understanding of market analysis to effectively utilize these tools and make sound decisions amidst the ongoing fluctuations of the IHSG.

Real-time data helps read the market, but the decision remains in the hands of the investor.

— Sergio TicoaluClarifying that while real-time data is essential, investor judgment is still paramount.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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