February’s market narrative was largely reshaped by geopolitical turbulence, with Middle East tensions driving fears of global instability. This triggered a flight to safety into precious metals, bolstered by a softening dollar and steady central bank demand.However, this momentum stalled on Tuesday as rising real yields and technical resistance at record highs triggered a wave of aggressive profit-taking.As the market searches for a new floor, here is a breakdown of recent performance and the outlook for 2026.📈 ETF & Asset Performance: The Precious Metals BoomLet’s look at the staggering numbers from recent price action. Volatility is high, but the upward momentum is undeniable.$XAU/USD(XAUUSD.FOREX)$ : +3.4% – Gold remains the ultima