AptarGroup (ATR) stock experienced a significant decline of 5.31% in the pre-market session on Friday, amidst growing concerns over land certificate controversies in Indonesia. These issues have raised operational uncertainties for companies like AptarGroup that potentially have facilities or suppliers affected by the ongoing investigations and procedural violations.

Recent reports have highlighted cases of improper land evictions and allegations of forged permits related to land certificates. In one notable incident, the Minister of Agrarian and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN), Nusron Wahid, found procedural flaws in a land eviction carried out by the Cikarang District Court in Bekasi. The eviction impacted homeowners with valid land certificates, raising questions about due process and the protection of property rights.

Additionally, the National Police's Criminal Investigation Unit announced plans to summon 25 witnesses in connection with the alleged forgery of permits in the high-profile Tangerang sea wall case. These ongoing investigations underscore the uncertainties surrounding land certificates in Indonesia, which could potentially affect AptarGroup's operations or those of its suppliers and partners.

Investors appear to be concerned about the broader implications of these controversies, as they could lead to disruptions, legal challenges, and increased operational risks for companies operating in affected areas. The lack of clarity and adherence to proper procedures in resolving land disputes has created an environment of uncertainty, negatively impacting investor confidence in companies like AptarGroup.