Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index Registers 46, Indicating Neutral Market Sentiment
The index moved to 49 from 46, showing a shift from fear to neutral, with sentiment measured across volatility, volume, social data, and other indicators.
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Fact Check
Evidence from a dedicated index-tracking source (@BitcoinFear) directly states the value is 46. Another source classifies a very similar value (49) as 'Neutral.' This provides strong corroboration for both the numerical value and the market sentiment classification in the statement.
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Summary
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index rose to 49 from 46, marking a shift from fear to neutral sentiment. The index evaluates investor mood on a 0–100 scale by weighting volatility and market volume at 25% each, social media activity and survey responses at 15% each, Bitcoin dominance at 10%, and Google Trends at 10%.
Terms & Concepts
- Fear and Greed Index: A sentiment indicator that measures investor emotions and attitudes toward the market, typically ranging from extreme fear to extreme greed.
- Neutral Sentiment: A market condition where investors are neither overly bullish nor bearish, often signaling indecision or balance in buying and selling pressure.
- Bitcoin (BTC): The first and largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, often serving as a benchmark for overall digital asset market trends.