FX.co ★ Speculative Bets on Mexican Peso Edge Higher as CFTC Net Longs Rise to 59K

Speculative positioning in the Mexican peso strengthened further, according to the latest data on CFTC MXN speculative net positions released on 17 April 2026. Net long positions in the peso increased to 59.0K contracts, up from the previous level of 57.5K.

The rise in net longs suggests that investors have marginally increased their bullish exposure to the Mexican currency. While the change is modest, it points to a sustained positive sentiment toward the peso in futures markets, with traders adding to their net long stance rather than unwinding risk. Market participants will now watch whether this incremental increase develops into a broader trend of growing confidence in Mexico’s currency over the coming weeks.