TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Friday, May 22, 2026. Here are the highlights: List of Weakest Currencies: Where Does Indonesia’s Rupiah Stand?; JCI Falls to 6,094.94 on Energy Sector Losses; Jakarta Air Quality Ranked Worst in the World on Thursday Morning.
The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:
1. List of Weakest Currencies: Where Does Indonesia’s Rupiah Stand?
Currency exchange rates serve as a barometer of national economic strength in global trade. Looking closely at the weakest currencies in the world reveals deep-seated economic challenges, ranging from geopolitical conflicts and hyperinflation to crushing foreign debt burdens.
Among these struggling legal tenders is Indonesia’s rupiah, which continues to navigate complex macroeconomic headwinds despite the country’s status as a dominant regional economy. Besides rupiah, which other currencies are among the weakest today? Read here.
2. JCI Falls to 6,094.94 on Energy Sector Losses
The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) of the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) closed lower on Thursday afternoon, influenced by the basic materials and energy sectors.
The JCI closed down by 223.56 points or 3.54 percent to 6,094.94. Expert cites Indonesia’s plan to centralize commodity exports as the main sentiment behind JCI’s fall. Click here to read more about the analysis.
3. Jakarta Air Quality Ranked Worst in the World on Thursday Morning
Jakarta’s air quality on Thursday morning fell into the unhealthy category, ranking first among cities with the worst air quality in the world. Residents are advised to wear masks when outdoor.
Air quality monitoring website IQAir noted that the air quality index (AQI) in Jakarta was at 170. Read here to know what this means for the capital residents.
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