Speculators added to their already record large net short position in early February, according to the latest Commitments of Traders report from the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Record large fund short position grows in canola
Net short in soybeans, corn also grew
Funds still sitting on large net short position in canola
Soybeans' net short position increased by about 5,000 contracts
The large net short position in canola futures held relatively steady during the week ended Jan. 30, with speculative traders making only minor adjustments, according to the latest Commitments of Traders report from the United States Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
ICE weekly outlook: More room to the downside for canola
Vegetable oil markets also became weaker
Even though selling activity for canola could be slowing down, according to an analyst, there are too many bearish indicators to predict a boost to prices.
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
