FX.co ★ Speculators Trim Bullish Bets on Canadian Dollar as Net Longs Slip to 21.1K

Speculative positioning in the Canadian dollar eased in the latest reporting period, with CFTC data showing net long CAD futures declining to 21.1K contracts, down from 27.6K previously. The updated figures, released on 06 March 2026, indicate that traders have scaled back their bullish exposure to the loonie.

The pullback in net long positions suggests a more cautious stance among market participants toward Canada’s currency. While sentiment remains positive overall — with net positioning still in long territory — the reduction may reflect growing uncertainty around Canada’s economic outlook or shifting expectations for interest rates and commodity-linked currencies.

Investors will be watching upcoming macroeconomic releases and policy signals closely to see whether this moderation in speculative CAD demand marks the start of a broader repositioning or simply a temporary pause after earlier optimism.