As of February 20, 2026, spot gold is trading near the $5,000 per ounce threshold, closing at approximately $5,001.07 in recent sessions. The market is currently characterized by a tug-of-war between heightened geopolitical safe-haven demand and a hawkish outlook from the Federal Reserve.
Federal Reserve
US Fed Holds Interest Rates, Defends Independence Amid Global Pressure
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) has decided to keep interest rates unchanged, sticking to its current policy stance. This move was widely expected by the market, but what caught global attention was the Fed’s strong defence of its independence.
Tense Fed Signals Interest Rate Hold, Leads Global Central Banks
(Bloomberg) — The Federal Reserve and three of the central banks that just backed its embattled chair are poised to keep interest rates unchanged at an edgy moment for global policymakers.
Gold, Silver Smash Record Highs on Inflation Data & Fed Probe Buzz
(Bloomberg) — Gold and silver hit records on Tuesday after a weaker-than-expected US inflation reading, while markets kept a close eye on the Trump administration’s renewed attacks on the independence of the Federal Reserve.
Fed Meeting Live: US Federal Reserve Likely to Cut Interest Rates for 3rd Time This Year, 2026 Outlook Key
US Federal Reserve meeting live updates: The Fed is expected to cut interest rates for the third time this year. Markets are closely watching the 2026 economic forecast and future policy guidance. Stay tuned for the latest updates.
Gold Price Holds Near $4,080 as Hawkish Fed Caps Rally Before NFP
Gold (XAU/USD) trades choppy during Monday’s session as market participants now expect the Federal Reserve (Fed) will keep rates unchanged at the December meeting, while they also wait for the release of the first tranche of US economic data this week.
Fed’s Kashkari Warns: US Inflation Still Too High at 3%, Rate Cuts Unlikely Soon
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari gave a speech at the Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute’s Research Conference hosted by the Federal Reserve (Fed) Bank of Minneapolis on Thursday, in which he talked about the labor market and inflation.