Indonesia’s palm oil exports surge in 2025

2024. Export value over the ten-month period reached approximately $20.2 billion, accounting for 9.05% of Indonesia’s total non-oil-and-gas exports. In October alone, shipments totaled 1.91 million tons, underscoring the stable demand across key markets in Asia and Europe. Higher prices also supported export growth. Gapki reported that the average CPO price from January to September 2025 rose to $1,210 per ton CIF Rotterdam, up from $1,020 a year earlier. In October, global prices increased by another 0.8%, reaching $1,045.04 per ton. Industry observers note that strong activity among international processors, rising biodiesel demand, and broader trade opportunities continue to create favorable export conditions. As the world’s largest palm oil producer, Indonesia maintains a leading role in global ...