{"id":66345,"date":"2026-01-15T05:18:50","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T05:18:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/crypto-fear-and-greed-index-returns-to-greed-as-bitcoin-rallies-above-97k\/"},"modified":"2026-01-15T05:18:50","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T05:18:50","slug":"crypto-fear-and-greed-index-returns-to-greed-as-bitcoin-rallies-above-97k","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crowdfundjunction.com\/blog\/crypto-fear-and-greed-index-returns-to-greed-as-bitcoin-rallies-above-97k\/","title":{"rendered":"Crypto Fear and Greed index returns to greed as Bitcoin rallies above $97K"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>(Originally posted on : CoinJournal: Latest Crypto News, Altcoin News and Cryptocurrency Comparison )<\/b><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div data-site=\"CoinJournal\">\n<div class=\"-mt-16  mb-8  lg:-mt-20  rounded-md  shadow-md\">\n<div class=\"relative  z-10  post-article-image  rounded  overflow-hidden\" data-site=\"CoinJournal\">\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/coinjournal.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/imagecache\/2026\/01\/20260115_1026_Bitcoin-Market-Surge_simple_compose_01kf004ww8fq79k2gmzgfecmwj-smartcrop-750x375.webp\" type=\"image\/webp\" media=\"(min-width: 750px)\"\/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/coinjournal.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/imagecache\/2026\/01\/20260115_1026_Bitcoin-Market-Surge_simple_compose_01kf004ww8fq79k2gmzgfecmwj-smartcrop-363x181.webp\" type=\"image\/webp\"\/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/coinjournal.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/imagecache\/2026\/01\/20260115_1026_Bitcoin-Market-Surge_simple_compose_01kf004ww8fq79k2gmzgfecmwj-smartcrop-750x375.png\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" media=\"(min-width: 750px)\"\/><source srcset=\"https:\/\/coinjournal.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/imagecache\/2026\/01\/20260115_1026_Bitcoin-Market-Surge_simple_compose_01kf004ww8fq79k2gmzgfecmwj-smartcrop-363x181.png\" type=\"image\/jpeg\"\/>\n<\/picture>                            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"373\">Crypto Fear and Greed Index hit \u201cgreed\u201d for the first time since the $19B October liquidation event.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"373\">Bitcoin rallied to a two-month high above $97K, helping lift overall crypto market sentiment.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"373\">On-chain data shows retail holders exiting, while declining exchange balances signal reduced sell pressure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"373\">The Crypto Fear and Greed Index has moved back into \u201cgreed\u201d territory for the first time since a $19 billion liquidation event in October rattled digital asset markets, signaling an improvement in investor sentiment as Bitcoin staged a strong recovery.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"695\">In an update on Thursday, the index posted a reading of 61, reflecting growing optimism after weeks spent in \u201cfear\u201d and \u201cextreme fear.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"695\">Just a day earlier, the index stood at 48, placing it in the \u201cneutral\u201d zone.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"695\">The shift marks a notable change in mood following months of heightened risk aversion among crypto traders.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"751\">Sentiment rebounds after October liquidation shock<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"1105\">Crypto investor sentiment collapsed on Oct. 11, when $19 billion was liquidated from the market, sending traders fleeing from altcoins and driving widespread pessimism.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"1105\">In the weeks that followed, the Crypto Fear and Greed Index recorded some of its lowest readings on record, falling into the low double digits multiple times in November and December.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1481\">The index is closely watched by market participants as a barometer of sentiment, helping traders assess whether conditions favor buying, selling, or remaining on the sidelines.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1481\">It compiles data from several indicators, including price volatility of major cryptocurrencies, trading volume, market momentum, Google search trends, and overall sentiment on social media platforms.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1670\">The return to \u201cgreed\u201d suggests that the sharp caution seen late last year has begun to ease, even though markets remain well below the levels that previously triggered euphoric sentiment.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1715\">Bitcoin rally lifts overall market mood<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1935\">Improving sentiment has coincided with a strong rebound in Bitcoin prices.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1935\">Over the past seven days, Bitcoin has climbed from $89,799 to reach a two-month high of $97,704 on Wednesday, according to data from CoinGecko.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2154\">The move marks the first time Bitcoin has traded above $97,000 since Nov. 14.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2154\">At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $96,218, up by 1% in the last 24 hours.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2154\">At that time, however, the Fear and Greed Index was firmly in \u201cextreme fear\u201d territory, as Bitcoin was sliding sharply from all-time highs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2416\">The latest rally has helped stabilize broader market confidence, even as traders remain cautious about sustainability.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2416\">While the index\u2019s return to \u201cgreed\u201d indicates growing optimism, it remains well below levels typically associated with excessive risk-taking.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2468\">On-chain signals show retail exiting positions<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2731\">Despite the improving price action, some on-chain indicators suggest that retail participation has declined in recent days. Analysts at market intelligence platform Santiment said in an X post on Wednesday that Bitcoin holders have been reducing their exposure.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2733\" data-end=\"2906\">According to Santiment, over the last three days, there has been a net drop of 47,244 Bitcoin holders, indicating that \u201cretail had been dropping out due to FUD &amp; impatience.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"3195\">\u201cWhen non-empty wallets drop, it\u2019s a sign that the crowd is dropping out, a good sign. Similarly, less supply on exchanges decreases the risk of a selloff,\u201d the analysts said.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"3195\">They added that \u201cThis price bounce has also been supported by a 7-month low 1.18 million Bitcoin on exchanges.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3386\">A lower amount of Bitcoin held on exchanges is generally viewed as a bullish indicator, as it suggests investors are storing assets in private wallets and are less inclined to sell quickly.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3599\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Taken together, the rebound in sentiment, rising Bitcoin prices, and declining exchange balances point to a cautiously improving outlook for the crypto market, even as investors continue to weigh lingering risks.<\/p>\n<div class=\"post-meta\">\n<hr class=\"mb-6\"\/>\n<h6 class=\"text-3xl  mb-4  text-green-300\">Share this article<\/h6>\n<hr class=\"mb-6\"\/>\n<h6 class=\"text-3xl  mb-4  text-green-300\">Categories<\/h6>\n<hr class=\"mb-6\"\/>\n<h6 class=\"text-3xl  mb-4  text-green-300\">Tags<\/h6>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/coinjournal.net\/news\/crypto-fear-and-greed-index-returns-to-greed-as-bitcoin-rallies-above-97k\/\">Source link <\/a><br \/>\n<br \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(Originally posted on : CoinJournal: Latest Crypto News, Altcoin News and Cryptocurrency Comparison ) Crypto Fear and Greed Index hit \u201cgreed\u201d for the first time since the $19B October liquidation event. Bitcoin rallied to a two-month high above $97K, helping lift overall crypto market sentiment. 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