This report analyses the performance of non-commercial positioning in FX futures on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, valuing market sentiment in search of any extreme levels that could represent a risk of significant changes in the spot market.
USD short positioning was significantly reduced in the week ended 20 May. Net shorts were cut by USD4.5bn to USD12.8bn. USD positioning is now the least net short since mid-April.
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