FX.co ★ Speculators Trim Net Long Yen Positions as CFTC Data Shows Decline to 50.2K

CFTC data released on 16 October 2026 show that speculative net positions in the Japanese yen have decreased, suggesting a cooling in bullish sentiment toward the currency. Net positions fell to 50.2K contracts, down from the previous reading of 62.3K.

The reduction in speculative net longs indicates that traders have scaled back expectations for yen strength compared with the prior period. While positioning remains positive overall, the move from 62.3K to 50.2K points to a more cautious stance among market participants toward Japan’s currency in the latest reporting period.