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24.04.202619:30:00UTC+00Speculators Raise Bullish Bets on Brazilian Real as Net Longs Climb to 43.5K

Speculative positioning in the Brazilian real (BRL) strengthened further, with net long positions rising to 43.5K contracts, up from 40.0K previously, according to the latest CFTC data updated on 24 April 2026.

The increase in net speculative longs suggests growing optimism toward Brazil’s currency among futures and options traders. The expansion from 40.0K to 43.5K indicates that market participants have incrementally added to their bullish exposure, reflecting a more positive stance on the BRL compared with the prior reporting period.

While the data do not specify the underlying drivers, the shift in positioning underscores that speculative flows remain supportive for the Brazilian real, as investors continue to favor long exposure rather than reducing risk in the currency.

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