RADARBEKASI.ID, BEKASI – Bekasi City has again recorded impressive performance in investment. Investment realization in 2024 exceeded the target, reaching 103 percent of the projection of IDR 13.2 trillion.

 

Head of the Bekasi City Investment and One-Stop Integrated Licensing Service (DPMPTSP), Dicky Irawan, revealed that until the end of 2024, investment realization was recorded at IDR 13.7 trillion.

 

"The latest report in the fourth quarter based on the BKPM release, investment realization in Bekasi City reached IDR 13.708 trillion," he said, Thursday (13/2).

 

Of the total investment, the tertiary sector dominates with a value of IDR 10.5 trillion. Property, industrial areas, and offices are the largest contributors with IDR 2.1 trillion.

 

Meanwhile, the secondary sector—including trade, services, and finished goods industry—contributed IDR 3 trillion. Meanwhile, the primary sector, such as agriculture and fisheries, only contributed IDR 103 billion.

 

“Investment in the tertiary sector is indeed high because there are construction activities and land acquisition. For example, the construction of the Cibitung-Cimanggis Toll Road which was underway last year,” added Dicky.

 

Although the city space is increasingly dense, Dicky is optimistic that investment will continue to grow, referring to Jakarta which remains an investment magnet despite experiencing similar density.

 

“We are optimistic because we are a big city. Jakarta is still very big,” he said.

 

This optimism is reinforced by the development plan for the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) area which is expected to trigger the growth of vertical properties, shopping centers, and investment in the transportation sector.

 

However, will the density of space not be an obstacle in the future? An evaluation of its impact on new investment will be carried out at the end of 2025.

 

"If later there is a negative impact, we can take strategic steps. But so far, investment has its own business patterns and considerations," said Dicky.

 

In the West Java investment map, Bekasi City is ranked fourth after Bekasi Regency, Karawang, and Bogor. Geographical advantages—bordering Jakarta and Bekasi Regency—and a large population are the main attractions for investors.

 

Data shows that investment is still dominated by Domestic Investment (PMDN) of IDR 7.87 trillion, while Foreign Investment (PMA) is recorded at IDR 5.83 trillion.

 

STIE Mulia Pratama Economic Observer, Andi Muhammad Sadeli, assessed that Bekasi City needs to adopt a long-term strategy to remain competitive. "This city needs to clarify the identity of the industry it wants to develop. City branding is very important, will Bekasi become an industrial city, a digital city, or a logistics center?" he said.

 

He also emphasized the importance of incentives and ease of licensing for the targeted sectors. One option is to attract investment in the technology and digital economy sectors. "Bekasi has large capital with a high population and strong digital penetration. Investments can be directed to data centers, startups, and the AI ​​ecosystem," he added.

 

In the property sector, Andi highlighted the superblock trend, where housing is not only vertical but also integrates office areas, business centers, and other facilities in one area.

 

In addition, the development of logistics and distribution areas is still very promising considering that Bekasi is the main buffer city for Jakarta. "This sector remains potential, especially if supported by the right policies," he said.

 

On the other hand, the creative economy and urban tourism sectors are also recommended as economic diversification options. However, without careful planning and a precise strategy, investment growth in Bekasi City could slow down in the next few years. (sur)

 

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