Crypto Fear and Greed Index
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index is 67 out of 100 right now, signalling greed (flat versus 67 yesterday, 73 a week ago). It combines volatility, momentum, trading volume, social activity, surveys and more into one score from 0 to 100.
Live reading · updated Oct 3, 2026, 9:46 AM UTC
Last updated: Oct 3, 2026
Market Sentiment
Now
67 Greed
Yesterday
67 Greed
Last Week
73 Greed
Fear and Greed History
What the Crypto Fear and Greed Index tells you
The cryptocurrency market moves on emotion as much as on fundamentals. When prices fall quickly, fear spreads and investors tend to sell, sometimes well below fair value. When prices climb, greed takes over and buyers pile in, sometimes pushing the market far above what the fundamentals support. The Fear and Greed Index captures this cycle in a single number so you can see at a glance whether the crowd is anxious or euphoric.
A very low score reflects a market gripped by fear, which some investors read as a possible opportunity. A very high score reflects widespread greed, which can be a warning that the market is overheated. The index is best used as one signal among many rather than a standalone trading rule.
How the index is calculated
The score is built by scoring and weighting several market signals, then blending them into one value between 0 and 100. The exact weighting varies by provider, but the common inputs are:
- Volatility. Sharp swings in price often signal a fearful market.
- Market momentum and volume. Strong buying volume relative to recent averages points to greed.
- Social media sentiment. The tone and volume of posts about crypto reflect crowd emotion.
- Surveys. Direct polls of market participants add a human read on sentiment.
- Bitcoin dominance. Shifts toward Bitcoin can indicate caution across the market.
- Search trends. Spikes in crypto related searches often track fear or excitement.
What each value range means
| Range | Zone | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| 0 to 24 | Extreme Fear | Investors are very worried. Historically these moments have sometimes marked oversold conditions. |
| 25 to 44 | Fear | Caution dominates. Buyers are hesitant and selling pressure is common. |
| 45 to 55 | Neutral | The market is balanced, with no strong pull toward fear or greed. |
| 56 to 75 | Greed | Optimism is rising. Momentum and risk appetite are building. |
| 76 to 100 | Extreme Greed | Euphoria is high. The market may be overextended and due for a cooldown. |
How to use the index
Many long term investors treat the index as a contrarian tool. The often quoted idea is to be cautious when others are greedy and to look for opportunity when others are fearful. In practice that means using extreme readings as a prompt to review your own plan rather than as an automatic buy or sell trigger. Pair the index with your own research on the assets you hold, your time horizon and your risk tolerance. Sentiment can stay extreme for a long time, so the index tells you about mood, not timing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Crypto Fear and Greed Index?
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index is a single number from 0 to 100 that summarizes the overall mood of the cryptocurrency market. A low reading means investors are fearful and prices may be under pressure, while a high reading means investors are greedy and the market may be running hot. It is designed to turn many separate signals into one easy to read gauge.
How is the index calculated?
The score blends several market signals into one value. Common inputs include price volatility, market momentum and trading volume, social media sentiment, surveys, Bitcoin dominance and search trends. Each input is scored, weighted and combined so that the final number reflects the balance between fear and greed on any given day.
What do the different values mean?
Readings from 0 to 24 signal extreme fear, 25 to 44 signal fear, 45 to 55 signal a neutral market, 56 to 75 signal greed and 76 to 100 signal extreme greed. The lower the score, the more anxious the market is. The higher the score, the more optimistic and risk seeking it becomes.
Can the index predict prices?
No. The index is a sentiment gauge, not a forecast. It describes how the market feels right now rather than where prices will go next. Many investors use it as one input among many, often as a contrarian signal, but it should never be the only basis for a decision.
How often does the index update?
The value refreshes throughout the day as new market data arrives. This page is generated live on every visit: the current reading is 67 out of 100 (Greed), flat versus 67 yesterday, and it was last built at Oct 3, 2026, 9:46 AM UTC. The score, the yesterday and last week comparisons and the history chart all reflect the latest data we have collected.
Why do investors watch fear and greed?
Markets are driven by emotion as much as fundamentals. Periods of extreme fear can mark points where assets are oversold, and periods of extreme greed can mark points where the market is overextended. Watching the swing between the two helps investors stay aware of crowd behavior and manage risk.
This page is for information only and is not financial advice. Crypto assets are volatile and you can lose money. Always do your own research before investing.