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21.08.202619:30:00UTC+00Speculators Deepen Bearish Bets on Australian Dollar as Net Short Positions Widen

Net speculative positioning in the Australian dollar has turned more negative, with traders increasing their bearish exposure according to the latest data on CFTC AUD speculative net positions. As of 21 August 2026, net positions fell to -44.2K, compared with -39.2K previously.

The shift reflects a further build-up in short positions against the Australian dollar in the futures market, signaling that speculative participants remain cautious on the currency’s near-term prospects. The widening net short stance suggests that traders are either hedging against potential downside in the AUD or positioning for continued weakness relative to major counterparts.

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