FX.co ★ Speculators Lift Corn Bets as Net Long Positions Climb to 312.3K in Latest CFTC Data

Net speculative positioning in U.S. corn futures rose notably in the latest reporting period, signaling stronger bullish sentiment among traders. According to data updated on 20 March 2026, CFTC Corn speculative net positions increased to 312.3K, up from the previous level of 257.8K.

The jump in net positions suggests that speculative participants—such as hedge funds and other money managers—have expanded their long exposure to the corn market. The move from 257.8K to 312.3K reflects a marked increase in confidence or expectation of higher prices, with investors positioning for potential upside in corn amid evolving market conditions.

Market observers will now watch whether this growing speculative appetite is sustained in forthcoming CFTC reports and how it interacts with fundamental factors such as U.S. planting intentions, weather patterns, and global demand for feed and biofuels-linked corn products.