Crypto Fear and Greed Index on March 12, 2020
The Alternative.me Crypto Fear and Greed Index was 14 on March 12, 2020, a reading in the Extreme Fear zone. See the Bitcoin price that day and how Bitcoin moved afterwards.
Index value
14
Extreme Fear, -3 vs previous day
Bitcoin price
$7,937
Daily close
Event
The COVID-19 market crash
What the Index Said on March 12, 2020
Extreme fear usually means heavy selling, panic and negative headlines. Historically these readings have often appeared near market lows, but they can also last for weeks.
The COVID-19 market crash shaped market sentiment around this date. Sentiment is context, not a buy or sell signal. See today's score and the full history on the crypto fear and greed index page.
Bitcoin After This Reading
How the Bitcoin daily close changed in the days after this date.
| After | Bitcoin price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 7 days | $5,410 | -31.8% |
| 30 days | $6,873 | -13.4% |
| 90 days | $9,775 | +23.2% |
Past price moves do not predict future returns. Test a rule across every date with the Fear and Greed DCA Backtest.
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Fear and Greed Index on March 12, 2020 FAQ
What was the crypto fear and greed index on March 12, 2020?
The Alternative.me Crypto Fear and Greed Index was 14 on March 12, 2020, which is in the Extreme Fear zone. Bitcoin closed at about $7,937 that day.
Was March 12, 2020 a good day to buy Bitcoin?
Sentiment is context, not a signal. The table on this page shows how Bitcoin moved in the days after March 12, 2020, so you can judge the reading with hindsight. It is not financial advice.
How do I compare this date with other days?
Use the previous day and next day links, open the main Crypto Fear and Greed Index page for the full chart, or run the Fear and Greed DCA Backtest to test a buying rule over any date range.
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Data: Alternative.me Crypto Fear and Greed Index. Information only, not financial advice.