Don’t Fall for Gold’s Trap Tomorrow | $5,000 Support – Feb 22, 2026
Gold is currently exhibiting a strong bullish trend, aligned with our previous projections, moving decisively toward the $5,400 objective. However, the current price action suggests a temporary exhaustion, necessitating a liquidity grab before the next expansion.
Market Structure & Price Action
The recent move has left several unfilled gaps (5071 zone) and an unrefined one-hour wick. While the primary bias remains bullish, entering at current levels poses a high risk-to-reward ratio. The market is expected to seek “discounted” prices to attract buy-side liquidity.
Key Observations
- Primary Target: $5,400 remains the main magnet for price.
- Liquidity Void: A significant gap exists at $5,071, which often acts as a price magnet.
- Support Zone: The $5,000 – $5,001 area serves as a critical equilibrium and psychological support.
- Volume & Timing: Monday’s sessions (London/NY) will be crucial for confirming the pullback’s depth.
Outlook & Scenarios
- Ideal Entry (The Pullback): A retracement into the $5,000 zone to fill the 1H wick and liquidity gap. This provides a high-probability “Long” entry toward $5,400.
- The Over-Extension: A direct move to $5,400 without a pullback. In this scenario, traders should avoid “FOMO” entries and wait for the inevitable distribution at the $5,430 resistance.
Conclusion
Patience is the primary tool for the upcoming sessions. The $5,400 level is likely the local ceiling where heavy distribution (selling) is expected to occur.
⚠️ This analysis is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a buy or sell signal or financial advice.
