Crypto Fear & Greed Index falls to 28, signaling heightened market unease
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index fell 14 points on March 21 2025, landing at 28. On a 0‑100 scale this situates the market firmly in the “Fear” zone. The drop signals heightened anxiety across major cryptocurrencies after recent price swings. The index blends volatility (25%) and trading volume (25%) with social‑media sentiment (15%) and investor surveys (15%). Bitcoin’s market‑share and Google search trends each contribute 10% to the score. Rising volatility, heavy selling pressure, and a surge of cautious online chatter pushed the reading lower. Retail investors are likely to pause new entries, while institutions may view the fear level as a contrarian buying cue. Historically, prolonged fear zones have preceded consolidation or accumulation periods. Experts advise pairing the index with on‑chain metrics and macro data rather than using it as a sole timing tool.
