FX.co ★ Speculators Deepen Bearish Bets on Pound as Net Shorts Widen to -25.8K

Bearish sentiment toward the British pound intensified in the latest Commitments of Traders data, with CFTC GBP speculative net positions falling further into negative territory. The net short position widened from -13.9K contracts to -25.8K, according to figures updated on 13 February 2026.

The move signals a notable increase in pessimism among speculative traders toward sterling, as the number of short contracts now significantly exceeds long positions. The shift suggests that market participants are positioning for potential further weakness in the pound, reflecting a more cautious stance on the United Kingdom’s currency in global markets.