Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency
(BAPPEBTI)Regulatory Snapshot
BAPPEBTI (Badan Pengawas Perdagangan Berjangka Komoditi) is the Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency of Indonesia, operating under the Ministry of Trade. Established in 2000, BAPPEBTI regulates all commodity futures trading including forex margin trading in Indonesia. It oversees futures exchanges, clearing houses, and licensed brokers, enforcing strict compliance standards for the protection of Indonesian investors.
- Mandatory segregation of client funds in separate bank accounts
- Compensation fund managed by the Indonesia Commodity and Derivatives Exchange
- Strict licensing requirements for futures brokers and advisors
- Regular audits and compliance inspections
| Instrument | Retail | Professional |
|---|---|---|
| Major Forex | 1:100 | 1:100 |
| Gold | 1:100 | 1:100 |
| Indices | 1:100 | 1:100 |
Indonesian forex brokers must be BAPPEBTI-licensed. Foreign brokers operating without a licence face legal action.
Body: Badan Arbitrase Perdagangan Berjangka Komoditi (BAKTI)
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