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.
US interest rates
Fed Rate Cuts, But the Message Is Mute: No Hints on What’s Next
The U.S. Fed (Federal Reserve) has cut interest rates as expected but avoided giving any clear guidance on future moves, leaving investors uncertain about the next policy steps.