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16.10.202619:30:00UTC+00Swiss Franc Bearish Bets Ease Slightly as Speculative Shorts Narrow

Speculative positioning in the Swiss franc (CHF) showed a modest improvement, with net short positions narrowing in the latest data. According to figures updated on 16 October 2026, CFTC CHF speculative net positions rose to -22.1K from a previous level of -23.7K.

The move indicates that while market participants remain net short on the Swiss franc, bearish sentiment has eased slightly compared with the prior reading. A smaller negative figure suggests that some traders have reduced their short exposure or added to long positions, signaling a mild shift in expectations toward the currency.

This adjustment in positioning will be closely watched by investors tracking global currency flows and risk sentiment, as changes in speculative CHF positions can reflect evolving views on Switzerland’s safe-haven status, interest rate outlook, and broader macroeconomic conditions.

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