Alternatives to Bloomberg
What databases can I use that have much of the same data and functionality as the Bloomberg terminal?
When data download limits on the Bloomberg terminals have been reached and/or to avoid non-compliance with the Bloomberg Terminal conditions or bypass API limits, you can check out these alternatives:
Capital IQ: Company and markets data. Excel plug-in available
LSEG Workspace: Company and markets data. Excel plug-in available
Datastream: fast downloads of market data.
Factset: Company and markets data. Desktop client available by request.
Alpha Vantage: Provides free APIs for market data.
You can also search our help content for more targeted suggestions based on the type of information you are looking for (commodities, fundamentals, corporate debt, futures, etc.)
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