Crypto Fear & Greed Index Slumps to 9, Signaling an ‘Extreme Fear’ Abyss

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2/19/2026, 12:31:03 AM

Index Overview

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index dropped to 9, cementing an “Extreme Fear” status. It edged up only one point from the day before, offering little comfort. Scoring 0‑100, 0 means maximum fear and 100 extreme greed; a 9 shows overwhelming pessimism.

Composition and Drivers

The index combines six inputs: volatility (25%), volume (25%), social media sentiment (15%), surveys (15%), Bitcoin dominance (10%) and Google Trends (10%). Current high volatility and weak volume drag the score down, while social chatter and surveys are largely negative. Bitcoin’s ~54% market‑cap share hints at a flight to safety, amid tight monetary policy, regulatory doubt, and on‑chain signals like SOPR below 1 and a low MVRV.

Implications and Outlook

Extreme‑fear readings have often preceded market bottoms, yet the timing of a rebound is unclear. Some contrarians see a buying opportunity, but experts stress the index is not a standalone trigger. A notable rise will probably require clearer regulation, easing interest rates, or a major adoption catalyst.