Yahoo Finance

API

Real-time low-latency API for stocks, crypto, and currency exchange data

Overview

The Yahoo Finance API offers RESTful endpoints for real-time and historical data on stocks, cryptocurrencies, currency pairs, and market indices. Responses are in JSON format, enabling seamless integration. Key endpoints include /stock-quote (real-time prices), /crypto-price (crypto rates), /currency-exchange (FX conversions), and /historical-data (time-series trends). Use cases include powering algorithmic trading systems, building financial analytics dashboards, creating crypto tracking apps, and integrating currency conversion tools into e-commerce platforms. Its low-latency design supports time-sensitive financial applications.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://www.yahoofinanceapi.com/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON responses
Real-time low-latency data
Multi-asset coverage (stocks, crypto, FX)
Historical data access

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Yahoo Finance free to use?

Yes, it offers a freemium model with a free tier for basic access; paid plans unlock higher rate limits and advanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need to register for an API key to authenticate requests and access the data.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, which is lightweight and easy to parse for integration into applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Finance

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy RESTful integration
⊕ Comprehensive multi-asset data
⊕ Low-latency real-time updates
⊕ Trusted Yahoo Finance data source

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited free tier
⊖ Premium plans for high-volume access
⊖ Advanced features locked behind paid subscriptions
⊖ Requires API key authentication