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Last updated: April 2026
Aave (AAVE) Risk Score
Aave (AAVE) has a composite risk score of 10/100, classified as Very Low Risk. This score is derived from 6 active indicators and updates every 6 hours. Leading decentralized lending and borrowing protocol.
Aave Risk Score
Very Low Risk
What Does This Score Mean?
A score of 10 means Aave is in the Very Low Risk zone. Scores below 40 indicate relatively lower risk conditions, while scores above 60 suggest elevated risk.
This composite is computed from up to 9 indicators including on-chain data, market sentiment, and price action. The individual indicator scores are available to Alpha Factory members.
Scoring Indicators
| Indicator | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Risk Wave | 23% | Core |
| RSI (2-Week) | 18% | Core |
| ATH Distance | 5% | Core |
| Bitcoin Dominance | 5% | Core |
| Fear & Greed Index | 14% | Core |
| ALT/BTC Ratio | 5% | Core |
| BTC Production Cost | 9% | Core |
| Funding Rate | 5% | Modifier |
| Token Unlocks | 18% | Modifier |
Aave Investment Context
Aave is one of the longest-standing and most battle-tested DeFi protocols, with billions in total value locked across multiple chains. Its expansion into a multi-chain lending infrastructure and the introduction of GHO stablecoin adds additional revenue streams beyond interest rate spreads. AAVE token holders participate in governance and can stake in the Safety Module for protocol fee revenue.
Key Features:
- Flash loans allow uncollateralized borrowing and repayment within a single transaction block
- Supports over 20 assets across Ethereum, Polygon, Avalanche, and other EVM chains
- aTokens automatically accrue interest in real time, reflecting depositor balances continuously
- GHO, Aave's native decentralized stablecoin, launched on Ethereum mainnet in 2023
Key Risks:
- Smart contract exploits or oracle manipulation remain constant risks for any large DeFi lending platform
- Regulatory pressure on decentralized finance, particularly lending products, is increasing in the US and EU
- Interest rate competition from newer lending protocols can compress Aave's margins and TVL over time
DeFi Category
Decentralized Finance tokens power protocols that recreate financial services without traditional intermediaries.
Strategy: DeFi tokens live and die by TVL and real fee revenue. Focus on protocols generating sustainable revenue.
View all DeFi risk scores →Compare with DeFi Peers
| # | Coin | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Injective INJ | 7 |
| 2 | Curve DAO CRV | 7 |
| 3 | Trader Joe JOE | 8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current risk score for Aave?
Aave (AAVE) currently has a composite risk score of 10/100, classified as "Very Low Risk". This score is derived from 6 active indicators including Risk Wave, RSI, and market sentiment data.
How risky is Aave compared to other DeFi coins?
DeFi coins generally carry high risk. Decentralized Finance tokens power protocols that recreate financial services without traditional intermediaries. Among peers, Injective currently shows the lowest risk in this category.
What indicators are used to score Aave?
The Aave risk score uses up to 9 indicators: Risk Wave (momentum), 2-week RSI (overbought/oversold), ATH Distance, Bitcoin Dominance, Fear & Greed Index, ALT/BTC Ratio, BTC Production Cost, Funding Rate, and Token Unlocks. Each indicator is weighted based on its predictive value for altcoin market conditions.
Should I invest in Aave based on this risk score?
Risk scores are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial advice. Aave is one of the longest-standing and most battle-tested DeFi protocols, with billions in total value locked across multiple chains. Its expansion into a multi-chain lending infrastructure and the i... Always do your own research and consult a financial advisor.