Crypto Fear Index returns to Extreme Fear as Bitcoin drops over 4%

Fear gauge flipped back to “Extreme Fear” after the Fed held rates. Social feeds turned bullish anyway.

The Crypto Fear & Greed Index slid to “Extreme Fear,” reversing a brief move to “Fear” a day earlier according to Alternative.me. The Fed kept rates steady, which traders read as room for future cuts per WSJ.

Santiment tracked a rapid sentiment flip. Bullish discussion scores jumped from about 9 to 71 within hours of the announcement Santiment on X.

At the time, Bitcoin traded near $70,150, down over 4% on the day CoinMarketCap.

Traders framed the hold as a window. Santiment noted expectations for one cut in 2026 and one in 2027 Santiment on X.

Key numbers:
- Fear & Greed: “Extreme Fear” Alternative.me
- Social score: ~9 to 71 post-Fed Santiment on X
- Fed rate: 3.5–3.75% held Santiment on X
- BTC price: ~$70,150, 24h -4% CoinMarketCap