2025.09.1219:30:00UTC+00Swiss Franc Speculative Positions Worsen as Net Shorts Increase to 28.8K

The recently updated Commitment of Traders report from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has unveiled a significant shift in Swiss Franc speculative net positions. As of September 12, 2025, the net short positions have increased from -25.9K to -28.8K, marking a deeper foray into negative territory.

This data reflects growing bearish sentiment towards the Swiss Franc among traders and investors who anticipate further weakness in the currency. Such a move may be influenced by several factors including global economic trends, Swiss economic performance, or shifts in investor preference for other currencies perceived as more stable or beneficial under current market conditions.

The rise in net shorts suggests that market participants expect the Franc to underperform in the near future, which could potentially affect currency markets and investors with exposure to Swiss assets. As financial markets continue to react to a myriad of global pressures, currency fluctuations remain a closely monitored metric by economists and traders alike to gauge economic sentiment and potential volatility.