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2026.06.2619:30:00UTC+00Speculators Lift Bullish Bets on Brazil’s Real as CFTC Net Longs Edge Higher

Speculative positioning in Brazil’s currency strengthened in the latest reporting period, with traders increasing their net long exposure to the real. According to data updated on 26 June 2026, CFTC BRL speculative net positions rose to 43.7K contracts, up from 41.0K previously.

The increase in net longs suggests that market participants have become more optimistic about the Brazilian real, adding to bullish bets compared with the prior reading. While the data do not specify the drivers behind the shift, the move indicates growing confidence or reduced hedging against downside risks in Brazil’s currency among speculative investors.

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