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Robinhood Markets is making a major push into Southeast Asia with plans to acquire Indonesian brokerage firm Buana Capital Sekuritas and licensed crypto trader Pedagang Aset Kripto. Announced in a company blog post, the move marks Robinhood’s official entry into Indonesia—one of the region’s fastest-growing hubs for digital assets and stock trading.
Indonesia has rapidly become a global leader in crypto adoption, thanks to supportive regulatory frameworks and its tech-savvy younger population. With more than 19 million capital market investors and 17 million registered cryptocurrency traders, the country offers a massive opportunity for U.S. trading platforms seeking international expansion. Robinhood’s Head of Asia, Patrick Chan, emphasized the country’s potential, noting that Indonesia’s fast-growing trading market aligns with the company’s mission to democratize access to finance.
The acquisitions are expected to streamline Robinhood’s market entry by providing immediate regulatory compliance and established local infrastructure. Purchasing a licensed crypto trader also accelerates the rollout of digital asset products, strengthening Robinhood’s competitive edge in a region where crypto enthusiasm continues to surge. Though the financial details were not disclosed, the company expects the deal to close in the first half of 2026. Pieter Tanuri, the majority owner of both Indonesian firms, will remain as a strategic adviser to support Robinhood’s expansion.
This milestone follows a notable year for Robinhood, which joined the S&P 500 benchmark index and entered the prediction markets space in March. The company’s stock has surged nearly 268% in 2025 as of December 4, reflecting growing investor confidence and the platform’s expanding global footprint.
By targeting Indonesia, Robinhood is positioning itself at the heart of one of Asia’s most dynamic financial markets, signaling a new era for the trading platform as it continues scaling beyond the United States.
