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12.06.202619:30:00UTC+00Speculators Deepen Bearish Bets on U.S. Wheat as Net Shorts Hit -57.9K Contracts

Speculative traders have significantly increased their bearish exposure to U.S. wheat, with net short positions widening from -40.8K to -57.9K contracts, according to the latest CFTC data updated on 12 June 2026.

The move indicates a clear strengthening of negative sentiment among non-commercial participants, such as hedge funds and other large speculators, who are now more aggressively positioned for further downside in wheat prices. The sharp expansion of net shorts suggests expectations of either ample supply, weaker demand, or a combination of both in the near term.

Market participants will be watching upcoming crop reports and global demand indicators closely to see whether this deepening speculative pessimism is validated by fundamentals or sets the stage for potential short-covering if conditions shift unexpectedly.

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