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2026.08.1419:30:00UTC+00Speculators Boost Bullish Bets on Silver as CFTC Net Longs Edge Higher

Bullish sentiment in the U.S. silver market strengthened slightly, according to the latest data on speculative positioning released on 14 August 2026. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) reported that silver speculative net positions rose to 23.6K, up from 22.3K previously.

The increase in net long positions suggests that speculative traders have modestly increased their expectations for further gains in silver prices. While the move is not dramatic, the steady rise in net longs may signal growing confidence in the metal’s outlook among futures market participants.

Market observers will be watching upcoming data and price action to see whether this shift in positioning marks the beginning of a more sustained build-up of speculative interest in silver or simply a short-term adjustment in portfolios.

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