Original research and market analysis from the RB Consulting team — focused on Indonesian consumers, emerging segments, and the trends shaping business decisions.
When we asked 5,027 SMK students what they would upgrade first if their income doubled, food came last. Gadgets came fourth. Clothing came second. Personal care came third — ahead of gadgets and food, behind only saving and clothing. For a category often treated as low-priority in youth marketing, that ranking deserves attention. Among female students, it ranks second. Above clothing. Above gadgets. Above everything except saving. Among males, it barely registers. The Numbers