The Fear and Greed Index has plunged to an extreme fear level of -91 as of October 16, 2025, even as the cryptocurrency market continues its bullish trend. This unusual reading highlights significant anxiety among traders, according to Darkfost, despite the overall positive market conditions. Historically, such extreme fear levels have often been followed by profitable buying opportunities, as market sentiment tends to improve. The current situation suggests that while the broader bullish structure remains intact, traders are exhibiting caution.