This chart shows the weekly Commitment of Traders report published by the CFTC. The COT report is considered to be an indicator that analyzes market sentiment. On this chart, you can see the net "non-commercial" (speculative) positions taken on by forex traders in the U.S. futures markets. Data in the COT report influences - and is influenced by - the spot foreign exchange market.
To find out more about the CFTC, visit our COT report page.