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17.04.202619:30:00UTC+00Speculators Trim Bullish Corn Bets as CFTC Net Long Positions Fall to 248.9K

Speculative investors have reduced their bullish exposure to U.S. corn, with the latest CFTC data showing net long positions falling to 248.9K, down from 290.8K previously. The updated figures, released on 17 April 2026, indicate a notable pullback in speculative optimism toward the corn market.

The decline in net long positions suggests that traders may be reassessing the near-term outlook for corn prices, taking profits or hedging against potential downside risks. While the market remains in net long territory, the reduced positioning could reflect shifting expectations around factors such as demand prospects, supply conditions, or broader commodity sentiment.

Market participants will be watching upcoming data and seasonal developments closely to see whether this move marks the start of a broader repositioning in agricultural commodities or a short-term adjustment in speculative flows into U.S. corn futures.

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