13.03.202619:30:00UTC+00Nasdaq 100 Bullish Bets Surge as Speculators Boost Net Long Positions Tenfold

Speculative interest in the Nasdaq 100 has jumped sharply, with CFTC data showing net long positions rising from 2.4K to 24.9K contracts in the latest reporting period. The figures, updated on 13 March 2026, point to a significant shift in market sentiment toward the U.S. tech-heavy index.

The move represents more than a tenfold increase in net long exposure, suggesting that traders are positioning more aggressively for further gains in leading U.S. growth and technology stocks. While the data does not explain the drivers behind the shift, the strong upswing in speculative positioning underscores growing confidence in the Nasdaq 100’s near‑term outlook.