In a recent crunch highlighted by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), speculative net positions in the S&P 500 have plummeted further. On December 5, 2025, these positions reached a new low, showing a decrease from the previous figure of -145.3K to -150.1K.
This shift marks a significant sentiment change, as traders increase their short positions or reduce long positions in anticipation of potential market downturns. The decline suggests increased bearish sentiment among speculators regarding the near-term direction of the S&P 500, reflecting broader concerns about economic stability and market volatility.
As these positions reach new lows, market analysts will be closely monitoring subsequent trends for further indications of investor confidence and economic forecasts moving into the new year.
