The inflation rate in East Kalimantan (Kaltim) showed a significant upward trend in June 2026. The latest data recorded annual inflation at 3.20% year-on-year, while monthly inflation was recorded at 0.70%. Despite the increase, Bank Indonesia stated that the figure remains within the established national target corridor.
The transportation sector was the main contributor to this surge in inflation. The increase in non-subsidized fuel prices and high airfares, influenced by high public mobility during the school holiday period, had a direct impact on household expenditure. In addition, extreme weather factors in producing regions also disrupted the supply of crucial food commodities such as shallots, rice, and scad fish.
The impact of this price increase was felt across the entire East Kalimantan region, with Balikpapan recording the highest monthly inflation at 0.86%, followed by Samarinda at 0.72%. Nevertheless, inflationary pressure was somewhat tempered by price decreases in broiler chicken, bird's eye chili, and several types of vegetables, which acted as market stabilizers.
In response to these conditions, the Regional Inflation Control Team (TPID) across East Kalimantan strengthened the implementation of the '4K' strategy, namely Price Affordability, Supply Availability, Smooth Distribution, and Effective Communication. Various concrete efforts such as cheap market operations, SPHP rice distribution, and cross-regional coordination continue to be intensified to ensure food price stability and keep inflation expectations under control.
