PT Valbury Asia Futures, an Indonesian brokerage, has rolled out trading in U.S. stocks through a strategic alliance with Alpaca, a provider of brokerage technology. This development, announced earlier this week, aims to bridge the gap for local investors seeking exposure to one of the world’s premier financial markets. Indonesia’s retail investment landscape has seen explosive growth in recent years.
By 2025, the number of individual investors had climbed to around 17 million, fueled by rising financial awareness and greater participation in capital markets.
However, traditional hurdles like steep fees, regulatory complexities, and the need for fragmented accounts have often sidelined everyday traders from international opportunities.
Valbury’s new offering directly tackles these issues, allowing clients to buy shares in major US companies for as little as $1, all while staying fully compliant with local rules.
At the core of this initiative is Alpaca’s advanced Broker API, which powers the seamless integration of U.S. equity trading into Valbury’s platform.
Complementing this is Alpaca’s OmniSub system, a sub-accounting framework that streamlines backend processes.
This technology handles everything from position tracking and account reconciliation to managing corporate actions and trade settlements, making operations more efficient and reducing administrative burdens for the brokerage.
The partnership aims to offer substantial advantages for Indonesian investors.
By unifying domestic and foreign assets under one roof, users can avoid the hassle of juggling multiple platforms—a common pain point that has historically limited global access to wealthier individuals.
This consolidation not only enhances user convenience but also promotes broader portfolio diversification, enabling retail traders to tap into the vast potential of the U.S. stock market without prohibitive costs.
Caroline Haryono, CMO at PT Valbury Asia Futures, emphasized the transformative potential of the launch.
She noted that while the American market holds strong appeal for Indonesians, the requirement for disparate accounts has created unnecessary barriers.
Haryono stated:
“Our new service lets clients manage all their holdings in a single place, cutting down on complexity and opening doors to international investing for a wider audience beyond just the elite.”
Yoshi Yokokawa, Co-Founder and CEO of Alpaca, highlighted the collaboration’s role in expanding opportunities.
“We’re thrilled to empower Valbury in delivering worldwide investment options to Indonesia’s growing investor base. Our API and OmniSub tools allow brokerages to roll out enhanced market access swiftly and effectively.”
PT Valbury Asia Futures brings over three decades of expertise to the table, specializing in futures, forex, and commodities.
Regulated by Indonesia‘s Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (BAPPEBTI) and affiliated with key exchanges like the Jakarta Futures Exchange, the firm has built a reputation for reliable service in Southeast Asia’s financial sector.
Alpaca, based in the United States, stands out as a self-clearing broker-dealer and a frontrunner in API-based infrastructure for global finance.
It supports trading in stocks, exchange-traded funds, options, and bonds, while offering features like round-the-clock trading, securities lending, and Shariah-aligned options.
With backing exceeding $320 million, Alpaca reportedly underpins millions of accounts across several different countries, partnering with fintechs and institutions worldwide.
This tie-up reflects a broader trend toward inclusive finance in emerging markets.
By lowering entry thresholds and simplifying access, Valbury and Alpaca are poised to foster greater economic participation among Indonesia’s investor community.