What was the change in Euro futures net long positions for large speculators by February 17, 2026?

As of February 17, 2026, large currency speculators saw a weekly decline of 5,825 net long contracts in Euro futures.

How high are current Euro futures speculator positions?

Current Euro futures speculator positions are near a two and a half year high.

Who tracks large speculator activity in Euro futures?

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) releases the Commitment of Traders (COT) data tracking large speculator activity in Euro futures.

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Euro Speculators Scale Back Longs Near Highs

23 Feb

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Summary

Large currency speculators reduced Euro futures net long positions.
Net long contracts fell by 5825 in the latest reporting week.
Speculator positions remain near a two and a half year peak.

Euro Speculators Scale Back Longs Near Highs

Large currency speculators have decreased their net long positions in Euro futures. According to data reported through February 17, 2026, these significant market players held 174,480 net long contracts.

This figure represents a weekly decline of 5,825 net long contracts. However, the overall level of speculator engagement is still notably high, remaining near a peak not seen in two and a half years.

The Commitment of Traders (COT) report from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) provides this insight into market sentiment. Hedge funds and large speculators actively adjust their positions based on market expectations.

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