Originally published by AxiTrader
The latest report from the CFTC showed some minor changes in speculative FX positioning.
Euro net positioning fell from 37k long to 24k long. Euro bulls continue to unwind their long positions, despite the recent recovery in EUR/USD. However, the fact that the euro long trade is far less crowded than just a few months ago, will make it easier for speculators who are bullish on the currency.
Meanwhile, speculators added to pound short positions, bringing net positioning from 29k short to 40k short. Political uncertainty continues to weigh on the British pound, and there is a major support level to defend at 1.30.
Yen net positioning stood at 40k short, an increase of 1k from the previous week. Demand for safe havens has weakened, and the broad US dollar strength is putting the yen under additional pressure.
Net positioning for the commodity currencies:
- Australian dollar short 41k vs short 39k previously
- Canadian dollar short 53k vs short 49k previously
- New Zealand dollar short 27k vs short 26k previously
