ECONOMY
Is low growth the same as contraction?
How to distinguish low positive growth, stagnation, and economic contraction.
Growth of 0.2 percent is still positive. A contraction occurs when the change in real GDP is negative for the period being compared.
What the measure covers
The term recession has additional definitions and context, so it should not be inferred from one annual figure alone.
Real GDP growth measures the change in production volume after separating price effects. An annual period must be distinguished from a quarterly change.
How to compare it
Compare the same type of growth and reference period. Check whether a figure is an initial release, a later estimate, or a revised value.
Limits on conclusions
A growth rate does not directly show economic size, income distribution, household prices, or quality of life.
Frequently asked questions
What is the source for the figure in this article?
The article uses the government source linked in its sources section. The period and measurement limits follow that publication.
Does this figure update in real time?
No. Rekapitulasi presents a curated snapshot. Check the government source for releases or revisions published after the article date.
Government sources
- Destatis: Gross domestic product up 0.2% in 2025
- Badan Pusat Statistik: Ekonomi Indonesia Tahun 2025 Tumbuh 5,11 Persen
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