2026-01-09 02:23:53

Data shows that on January 9th, the Cryptocurrency Fear and Greed Index dropped again to 27, continuing to decline from the previous day's 28. This marks several consecutive days the market has been in the "fear" zone. The average value last week was 28, indicating a somewhat cold overall market tone.

How is this index calculated? It actually covers six dimensions: volatility (25%), trading volume (25%), social media discussion heat (15%), market survey feedback (15%), Bitcoin's proportion in the overall crypto market (10%), and Google trending keywords (10%). This set of composite indicators ranges from 0 to 100, reflecting the current emotional temperature of market participants. The lower the index, the more pessimistic the market sentiment; the higher the index, the greedier the atmosphere. Currently at 27, it indicates that everyone's risk appetite is indeed declining.

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GateUser-a606bf0c

· 17h ago

The number 27... has dropped quite sharply, feels like it's time to buy the dip? With the market so cold, I need to see whether to add to my position. Volatility and trading volume each account for half, no wonder everyone is so pessimistic, the bottom might be near. The panic index says it all, is it time to scoop up some chips? Continuously falling into panic territory, even air coins are being ignored. 27 is a bit low, is this a sign of the bottom? Market sentiment is so poor, big players are probably quietly accumulating. Why does it feel like every time, when the index is low, opportunities arise? Google trending keywords are also underperforming, but this is when the biggest surges happen. Risk appetite has declined, now it depends on who can hold on.

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OnChain_Detective

· 17h ago

27? ngl that volatility weighting (25%) is where the real signal lives - but let me pull the actual data before taking hard positions. pattern analysis suggests we're seeing classic capitulation markers rn, though the google trends component... suspicious if you ask me. not financial advice but always dyor on how these indices get constructed, folks.

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Deconstructionist

· 17h ago

27 this number looks a bit shabby, but we all know that during panic periods, it's often a good time to buy the dip. The price has been falling for several days, and it seems like someone is about to start buying the dip, just waiting for that rebound signal. Volatility and trading volume are both speaking, the market is indeed cold, but I'm more concerned about whether there will be any surprises next. The index has fallen so much, indicating that panic selling is indeed high, which makes me think it might be about to reverse? Is 27 really a bottom, or should we continue to explore lower levels? That's the question.

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BlockchainTherapist

· 17h ago

The number 27 is indeed a bit unlucky, but I think the volatility weight is too high, which isn't very fair. After several days in the panic zone, it should rebound, right? What about historical patterns? Social media buzz is only 15%, which means no one is talking, and the market is even colder. When the index is low, it definitely signals an opportunity. Those wanting to buy the dip should be sharpening their blades. Can Google Trends really reflect market sentiment? It always feels a bit lagging. 27 is just 27; anyway, this kind of index is just an emotion game. Don't take it too seriously.

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ContractHunter

· 17h ago

This number 27 is really hard to bear, it feels like everyone is holding their breath waiting for a rebound. The continuous panic zone is really annoying. When will we see some greed in the market? Volatility and trading volume are both declining, no wonder the index is so low, the market just has no heat. This kind of cold market is most likely to produce black swan events, so caution is necessary. Social media buzz only accounts for 15%, but it feels the most genuine. Fewer discussions in the group mean no one really has confidence. With a market sentiment score of 27, should I wait or jump in? I'm so conflicted.

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MergeConflict

· 17h ago

27 this number is a bit painful, feels like the bottom signal is getting clearer --- With such high volatility, no wonder it drops straight down... --- Wait, social media buzz only accounts for 15%? Then why is our group’s scream so low in weight haha --- I'm not panicked when the index drops to 27, the true bottom is right in this temperature --- Continuous panic zone indicates that smart money is already quietly accumulating --- Bitcoin’s weight is only 10%, isn’t this index a bit off? --- Oh, this is the time to buy the dip

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