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01.05.202619:30:00UTC+00NZD Bears Trim Exposure as CFTC Data Shows Slight Short Covering

Speculative positioning in the New Zealand dollar showed a modest improvement, with net short contracts narrowing in the latest reporting period. According to data updated on 01 May 2026, CFTC NZD speculative net positions rose to -46.3K from a previous level of -48.5K.

While the New Zealand dollar remains in net short territory, the reduced bearish exposure suggests some traders are cautiously scaling back pessimistic bets. The shift may reflect evolving sentiment toward New Zealand’s economic outlook or changing expectations around global risk appetite, though the overall positioning still indicates that skepticism toward the NZD persists in speculative markets.

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