Independent risk rating for Ethena (ena). Last updated 2026-03-31.
Ethena (ena) has a ZARQ Safety Rating of Ba1 (49.0/100) and a Vitality Score of D (38/100). Risk level: WARNING. Crash probability: 33%. Distance-to-Default: 2.7. ZARQ's structural analysis detected 1 weakness signal. Last updated: 2026-03-31. Based on 7 quantitative pillars including NDD, crash probability, TVL, and DeFi yield analysis. 1 structural weakness signal active — elevated collapse risk.
RatingBa1
Score49.0/100
Crash Prob33%
AlertWARNING
49.0
Trust Score
Composite score 0-100 across 5 pillars
2.7
Distance-to-Default
Moderate — some structural pressure
33%
Crash Probability
Model-estimated likelihood of >50% drawdown
$0.0896
Price (USD)
38
Vitality Score
Grade D — ecosystem health
Vitality Score Breakdown
The ZARQ Vitality Score measures ecosystem health and crash resistance across 5 dimensions. Ethena scores 38/100 (Grade D), indicating crash resistance — backtested high-Vitality tokens lost 44% less during the 2025–2026 market crash (p < 0.001). Backtested ✓Methodology
Ecosystem Gravity50
Multi-chain presence, protocol count, DeFi depth
Capital Commitment16
TVL stability, locked capital, market cap rank
Coordination Efficiency40
Audit coverage, category diversity, yield density
Stress Resilience46
Drawdown recovery, NDD stability, crash probability
Ethena has an elevated crash probability of 33%, warranting extra caution. Minor structural stress has been detected (1 signal). The Distance-to-Default stands at 2.7, with an alert level of WARNING. Rating: Ba1. Vitality Score: 38/100 (Grade D). Backtest results
Disclaimer: This is quantitative risk analysis, not investment advice. Crypto assets are volatile and can lose value rapidly. Never invest more than you can afford to lose. ZARQ provides independent risk data — always do your own research before making investment decisions.
This token scores 49.0/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethena safe to invest in?
Ethena (ena) currently holds a Ba1 rating from ZARQ with a trust score of 49.0/100. This is a speculative-grade rating, indicating elevated risk. The current crash probability is 33%, and its Distance-to-Default stands at 2.7. Minor structural concerns are noted. Over the past 90 days, Ethena has experienced a 65.1% maximum drawdown. The alert level is WARNING. As with all crypto investments, you should conduct your own research and consider your risk tolerance.
What is Ethena's risk rating?
ZARQ rates Ethena at Ba1 on a Moody's-style scale (Aaa to C), where Baa3 and above is investment grade. The trust score is 49.0 out of 100, based on five quantitative pillars: ecosystem strength (65.0/100), contagion risk (60.0/100), historical resilience (40.0/100), fundamental quality (36.2/100), and rug pull risk (46.7/100). The strongest pillar is ecosystem strength, while fundamental quality scores lowest. The alert level is currently WARNING.
Will Ethena crash?
ZARQ's crash model estimates a 33% probability of a >50% drawdown for Ethena. The Distance-to-Default (NDD) is 2.7, which indicates moderate — some structural pressure. The structural integrity signal (Sig6) is 4.3, and there is 1 structural weakness signal active. Minor structural concerns are noted. These are model-based estimates updated daily, not guarantees of future performance.
Should I invest in Ethena?
Ethena holds a Ba1 rating from ZARQ. The crash probability is 33% and the Distance-to-Default is 2.7. These metrics suggest notable downside risk. However, ZARQ provides risk data, not investment advice. All crypto investments carry significant risk, including total loss of capital. Consider your risk tolerance, portfolio diversification, and investment horizon. Never invest more than you can afford to lose.
Ethena price prediction — what does the risk data say?
ZARQ does not make price predictions for Ethena. Instead, we provide quantitative risk metrics: the crash probability is 33% (probability of a >50% drawdown), the Distance-to-Default is 2.7, and the alert level is WARNING. There are 1 structural weakness signals active. These risk signals are updated daily and can help inform — but not replace — your own analysis.
Is Ethena a scam?
ZARQ's analysis of Ethena shows a Ba1 rating. Minor structural stress detected (1 signal). ZARQ monitors Ethena daily across 7 quantitative risk signals including Distance-to-Default, crash probability, and structural integrity. While these signals can flag elevated risk, they cannot definitively determine if an asset is fraudulent. Always verify the project's team, code, and community independently.
What are the pros and cons of Ethena?
Based on ZARQ's quantitative analysis, Ethena (ena) has the following strengths: Healthy distance from default (NDD: 2.7); Daily automated risk monitoring by ZARQ. Key risks include: Elevated crash probability (33%); 1 structural weakness signal active; Active risk alert: WARNING. These assessments are based on daily-updated risk models and should be considered alongside your own research and risk tolerance.
Disclaimer: ZARQ ratings are quantitative risk assessments, not investment advice. Past performance does not predict future results. Always do your own research.