VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ FINANCIAL TOOLS & SERVICES DIRECTORY ★
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Saturday, September 27, 2025
Investors comparing Bloomberg and Oilprice.com will find that Both Bloomberg and Oilprice.com concentrate on News, Newsletters, and Watchlist workflows, making them natural alternatives for similar investment research jobs. Bloomberg leans into Alerts, and Videos, which can be decisive for teams that need depth over breadth. Oilprice.com stands out with Data Visualizations that the competition lacks. Use the feature-by-feature table to inspect unique capabilities and confirm which roadmap best maps to your process.
Head-to-head
Bloomberg vs Oilprice.com
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
- Bloomberg adds Alerts, and Videos coverage that Oilprice.com skips.
- Oilprice.com includes Data Visualizations categories that Bloomberg omits.
- Bloomberg highlights: Digital Access plan includes unlimited Bloomberg.com and app usage, with live TV, radio, podcasts, and audio articles., Annual + Businessweek Print subscription adds the weekly magazine in print form, alongside full digital access., and Catalog of newsletters such as *Markets Daily*, *Morning Briefing*, and *Money Stuff*; some are subscriber-only, while others are free..
- Oilprice.com is known for: Price charts for more than 150 crude blends and indexes, with comparison tools and analytics., Clear data-delay labels on price tables (e.g., WTI and Brent delayed ~10 minutes; OPEC Basket delayed ~1 day)., and Rig Count dashboard covering U.S. and Canadian rigs, frac spreads, and production trends..
- Oilprice.com keeps a free entry point that Bloomberg lacks.
Bloomberg
bloomberg.com
Bloomberg’s consumer subscription service provides unlimited access to Bloomberg.com and the mobile app. Digital Access includes news, analysis, live TV/radio, podcasts, and audio articles. An Annual + Businessweek Print plan adds the weekly magazine in print. Most content is paywalled, though a selection of newsletters is free. Registered users can create watchlists (up to 10 lists with 25 securities each) and opt into alerts. Browser push notifications and mobile app alerts are supported.
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Quick highlights
- Digital Access plan includes unlimited Bloomberg.com and app usage, with live TV, radio, podcasts, and audio articles.
- Annual + Businessweek Print subscription adds the weekly magazine in print form, alongside full digital access.
- Catalog of newsletters such as *Markets Daily*, *Morning Briefing*, and *Money Stuff*; some are subscriber-only, while others are free.
- Market Data watchlist functionality: up to 10 lists, each with 25 securities and 100 lots. Supports stocks, funds, and currencies.
- Watchlist alerts allow subscribers to receive notifications when a U.S. equity closes.
Oilprice.com
oilprice.com
Energy-focused news and data hub featuring global oil prices, rig counts, and analysis. A free community plan includes watchlists and limited premium content, while the paid Global Energy Alert newsletter delivers weekly insights and stock picks with a 30-day trial.
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Price charts for more than 150 crude blends and indexes, with comparison tools and analytics.
- Clear data-delay labels on price tables (e.g., WTI and Brent delayed ~10 minutes; OPEC Basket delayed ~1 day).
- Rig Count dashboard covering U.S. and Canadian rigs, frac spreads, and production trends.
- Premium Global Energy Alert newsletter featuring expert analysis, special reports, and monthly stock picks (advertised at $279/year with a 30-day trial).
- Free Community membership includes a customizable oil-price watchlist, three premium articles per month, and weekly market updates by email.
Shared focus areas
Both platforms align on these research themes, so you can stay within one workflow when your use case involves them.
Where they differ
Bloomberg
Distinct strengths include:
- Digital Access plan includes unlimited Bloomberg.com and app usage, with live TV, radio, podcasts, and audio articles.
- Annual + Businessweek Print subscription adds the weekly magazine in print form, alongside full digital access.
- Catalog of newsletters such as *Markets Daily*, *Morning Briefing*, and *Money Stuff*; some are subscriber-only, while others are free.
- Market Data watchlist functionality: up to 10 lists, each with 25 securities and 100 lots. Supports stocks, funds, and currencies.
Oilprice.com
Distinct strengths include:
- Price charts for more than 150 crude blends and indexes, with comparison tools and analytics.
- Clear data-delay labels on price tables (e.g., WTI and Brent delayed ~10 minutes; OPEC Basket delayed ~1 day).
- Rig Count dashboard covering U.S. and Canadian rigs, frac spreads, and production trends.
- Premium Global Energy Alert newsletter featuring expert analysis, special reports, and monthly stock picks (advertised at $279/year with a 30-day trial).
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | Bloomberg | Oilprice.com |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: News, Newsletters, Watchlist Unique: Alerts, Videos | Shared: News, Newsletters, Watchlist Unique: Data Visualizations |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Currencies | Commodities, Futures |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, Mobile | Web, Mobile |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Subscription | Free, Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
|
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Bloomberg and Oilprice.com both support?
Both platforms cover News, Newsletters, and Watchlist workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Which tool offers a free plan?
Oilprice.com offers a free entry point, while Bloomberg requires a paid subscription. Review the pricing table to see how the paid tiers compare.
How can you access Bloomberg and Oilprice.com?
Both Bloomberg and Oilprice.com support web and mobile access, making it easy to keep tabs on research away from the desk.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
Bloomberg differentiates itself with Digital Access plan includes unlimited Bloomberg.com and app usage, with live TV, radio, podcasts, and audio articles., Annual + Businessweek Print subscription adds the weekly magazine in print form, alongside full digital access., and Catalog of newsletters such as *Markets Daily*, *Morning Briefing*, and *Money Stuff*; some are subscriber-only, while others are free., whereas Oilprice.com stands out for Price charts for more than 150 crude blends and indexes, with comparison tools and analytics., Clear data-delay labels on price tables (e.g., WTI and Brent delayed ~10 minutes; OPEC Basket delayed ~1 day)., and Rig Count dashboard covering U.S. and Canadian rigs, frac spreads, and production trends..
Curation & Accuracy
This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.