Speculative traders increased their bearish exposure to the New Zealand dollar, with CFTC NZD speculative net positions slipping further into negative territory. According to data updated on 8 May 2026, net positions fell to -48.3K, compared with -46.3K previously.
The shift indicates that traders are adding to net short positions on the kiwi, suggesting a continued lack of confidence in the currency’s near‑term prospects. The move deeper into negative territory underscores persistent bearish sentiment among speculative participants in the futures market.
