FX.co ★ Speculators Deepen Net Short Bets on Kiwi as CFTC NZD Positioning Extends Decline

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.