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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
SwitzerlandSwitzerland CFTC Switzerland Speculative net positions fell to -38,701 in December 2024
FMPMonthlyReleased January 2025
Switzerland CFTC Switzerland Speculative net positions fell to -38,701 in December 2024, released January 2025, down 813 from November's -37,888 reading.
Latest Release
-38701.000000
Actual
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Consensus
-37888.000000
Previous
Sigmacast Track Record
Sigmacast track record will appear here once this indicator has been released 3+ times since Sigmanomics began tracking.
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD/CHF | ▼ Inverse | −0.50 | FOREX | Bullish CHF | → View |
| EUR/CHF | ▼ Inverse | −0.45 | FOREX | Bearish EUR | → View |
| CHF/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | FOREX | Bullish CHF | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | COMMODITIES | Watch | → View |
| GBP/CHF | ▼ Inverse | −0.35 | FOREX | Bullish CHF | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
CFTC Switzerland Speculative net positions (Switzerland) was reported at -38,701.00 in January 2025. The reading fell from the previous value of -37,888.00.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged -31,831.00, up from the prior three at -39,280.33.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is negatively correlated with USD/CHF (Bullish CHF). A secondary relationship exists with EUR/CHF, negatively correlated (Bearish EUR).
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
Same-country events in the next 14 days include Current Account (Jun 23) and KOF Leading Indicators (Jun 30).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update January 2025.
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About CFTC Switzerland Speculative net positions — Switzerland
DEFINITION
The CFTC Switzerland Speculative net positions is a financial indicator that measures the overall sentiment and positioning of traders in the Swiss market. It tracks the net positions of speculators, who are investors seeking to profit from price movements, in various financial instruments such as currencies, commodities, and stocks. This indicator provides valuable insights into the market sentiment and can be used by investors and analysts to make informed trading decisions. It is closely monitored by financial institutions and regulators to assess the level of risk and potential market volatility.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
This release contributes to the broader macro picture used by cross-asset investors for positioning and risk management. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Jan 2025): actual -38,701. Prior reading (Dec 2024): -21,800. Before that (Dec 2024): -34,992.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook diverging from that direction. The 1-month and 3-month horizons disagree, suggesting a mixed signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with USD/CHF (Bullish CHF, r=-0.50) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.