Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index Hits Extreme Fear at 13 Out of 100
The Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index dropped to 13, signaling Extreme Fear amid a price dip near $66,000.Summary
As of March 27, 2026, the Bitcoin Fear and Greed Index registered 13, indicating Extreme Fear, coinciding with Bitcoin's price hovering near $66,000. This index, ranging from 0 (Fear) to 100 (Greed), aggregates data from volatility, momentum, volume, dominance, social sentiment, and Google Trends. Extreme Fear readings historically align with market stress phases, liquidity contraction, and elevated volatility, often preceding accumulation by long-term holders. Bitcoin's price recently fell to a two-week low after liquidations exceeding $300 million in long positions, driven by a global risk-off sentiment, weakening equities, and escalating geopolitical tensions involving Iran and potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite mixed institutional flows, on-chain data suggests long-term holders are withdrawing assets to self-custody.
(Source：Bitcoin Magazine)