TD analysts commented on most......>

US TSYS/RESEARCH: TD analysts commented on most recent CFTC data (reported

through Aug. 15) that speculators' net short Treasury futures positions were cut

modestly, with the total net shorts (on the 10yr-equivalent basis) declined to

$1.7B from $3.4B the week before. Overall speculators continued to trim down the

net short positions in the front end."

- They said on the TU 2Y Futures that "speculators cut net shorts positions for

the fourth consecutive week. Asset managers extended their not long holdings to

the largest level since May 2016. Dealers still maintained net short positions."

- They also added on FV 5Y that "speculators trimmed their net short positions

for the third consecutive week. Asset managers maintained net longs. Dealers and

leveraged funds held net short positions."