2026.03.1319:30:00UTC+00Speculators Cut Back on Aussie Dollar Longs as CFTC Net Positions Decline

Net speculative positioning in the Australian dollar has eased, with traders trimming their bullish exposure, according to the latest data. CFTC AUD speculative net positions fell to 54.2K from a previous 67.8K, as of the update on 13 March 2026.

The decline suggests that market participants have become more cautious on the Australian currency, reducing net long positions after previously stronger optimism. While the AUD remains in positive territory in terms of speculative bets, the pullback in positioning may indicate shifting sentiment around Australia’s economic outlook, interest-rate expectations, or global risk appetite. Investors will be watching upcoming economic releases and central bank signals for further direction on the currency’s next move.