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Indonesia's 'lipstick effect' sees luxury spending amid uncertainty

Published Monday, June 22, 2026 · Updated June 22

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  • Consumer Spending & Economic Trends — 1 source

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Indonesian consumers are demonstrating a 'lipstick effect,' where they increase spending on small luxuries like cosmetics, concerts, and dining out despite economic uncertainty. This trend is exemplified by Lazada, a major e-commerce platform, which reported a 52% rise in average customer spending during its recent 6.6 Super WOW Sale.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Lazada, one of Indonesia’s largest e-commerce platforms, recorded a 52 per cent increase in average customer spending during its Lazada 6.6 Super WOW Sale compared to the same period last year.
  • Indonesian consumers are exhibiting a "lipstick effect," increasing spending on small luxuries such as cosmetics, concerts, and dining out, even amid economic uncertainty.

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Consumer Spending & Economic Trends
  • Channel News Asia

    This article examines Indonesian consumer spending patterns and economic trends from an analytical, regional perspective, exploring the 'lipstick effect' phenomenon.

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