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26.06.202619:30:00UTC+00Speculators Trim Bearish Wheat Bets as Net Shorts Narrow, CFTC Data Shows

Speculative traders in U.S. wheat futures modestly reduced their bearish exposure, according to the latest data on CFTC Wheat speculative net positions. The net short position improved from -50.8K contracts previously to -48.4K contracts, based on figures updated on 26 June 2026.

While positions remain in net short territory, the shift indicates a slight easing in pessimism toward wheat prices among speculative participants. A narrowing net short can suggest changing sentiment around supply-demand expectations, pricing outlook, or broader commodity market conditions, though the move so far is incremental rather than decisive. Market participants will watch upcoming data and price action closely to see whether this reduction in bearish bets marks the start of a more sustained repositioning in wheat futures.

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