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2026.10.1619:30:00UTC+00Nasdaq 100 Speculative Long Positions Ease as Net Bets Slip to 48.5K

Speculative positioning in the Nasdaq 100 futures market cooled in the latest reporting period, with net long positions falling to 48.5K from a previous 58.1K, according to CFTC data updated on 16 October 2026. The data point to a moderation in bullish sentiment toward the U.S. tech-heavy index.

While traders remain net long overall, the reduction in speculative exposure suggests some investors may be locking in gains or hedging against potential volatility after an extended run in U.S. growth and technology stocks. The shift in positioning could signal more caution at the margin, as market participants reassess risk appetite in the Nasdaq 100.

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