FX.co ★ Speculators Deepen Bearish Bets on Australian Dollar as Net Shorts Widen

Speculative positioning in the Australian dollar turned more negative in the latest reporting period, with CFTC data showing an increase in net short contracts. As of 05 December 2025, AUD speculative net positions fell to -73.9K, down from -65.8K previously.

The widening net short stance suggests that traders in futures markets have grown more bearish on the Australian dollar compared with the prior reading. The move indicates rising skepticism or caution among speculative participants toward the currency’s near-term prospects, as reflected in the increased volume of net selling pressure.