CapEdge adds Improved Filings, Diff View, Filing Sentiment, Transcripts, Insider Data, Institutional Data, 13D/13G, 13F, Which ETF includes this Stock?, Secondary Offerings, and Financials coverage that Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) skips.
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CapEdge vs Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) includes Dividends, Splits, Buybacks & Authorizations, and Order Book / Level II categories that CapEdge omits.
CapEdge highlights: Advanced EDGAR and transcript search with Boolean, phrase, and proximity operators., Near real-time filing alerts (about one minute) via email for saved searches and favorite tickers; bulk CSV upload supported., and Earnings transcript catalog updated hourly, with results downloadable to CSV..
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) is known for: HKEXnews: centralized hub for listed company announcements and regulatory filings with keyword and category search., Custom email and mobile alerts for issuer announcements and Disclosure of Interests notices., and Short Selling Turnover reports (intra-day and daily) for both Main Board and GEM listings..
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) offers mobile access, which CapEdge skips.
CapEdge
capedge.com
Editor’s pick Hands-on review
A free research platform for US markets that combines filings, transcripts, ownership dashboards, IPO tracking, and ETF exposure tools. Users can set up near real-time filing alerts, search with advanced operators, and export results to CSV/Excel. CapEdge also connects to Deal Roadshow for access to IPO roadshows. There’s no public API; all functionality is delivered through the web app.
Categories
Platforms
Web
Pricing
Free
Quick highlights
- Advanced EDGAR and transcript search with Boolean, phrase, and proximity operators.
- Near real-time filing alerts (about one minute) via email for saved searches and favorite tickers; bulk CSV upload supported.
- Earnings transcript catalog updated hourly, with results downloadable to CSV.
- IPO calendar with coverage of S-1, F-1, and S-11 filings, plus access to retail roadshows via Deal Roadshow.
- Ownership dashboards tracking 13F holdings, 13D/13G activist positions, and Form 144 insider sales, with export to CSV or Excel.
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Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX)
hkex.com.hk
The official exchange site for Hong Kong. Provides free access to company filings via HKEXnews, corporate calendars, and market alerts. Real-time and historical tick data, as well as full order book feeds, are available through paid HKEX Market Data Services and the Data Marketplace. Quotes displayed on the public website are delayed by at least 15 minutes. Mobile apps include a Stock Options app with real-time options and selected futures data.
Platforms
Web
Mobile
Pricing
Free
Subscription
Quick highlights
- HKEXnews: centralized hub for listed company announcements and regulatory filings with keyword and category search.
- Custom email and mobile alerts for issuer announcements and Disclosure of Interests notices.
- Short Selling Turnover reports (intra-day and daily) for both Main Board and GEM listings.
- Trading and clearing calendar, downloadable as PDF or subscribable via iCal/URL.
- HKEX Data Marketplace offering paid datasets such as CCASS shareholding and historical full order book data, delivered via SFTP, direct download, or cloud-to-cloud.
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Overlap
Shared focus areas
4 overlapsMutual strengths include News, Alerts, and Calendar plus 1 more area.
Where they differ
CapEdge
Distinct strengths include:
- Advanced EDGAR and transcript search with Boolean, phrase, and proximity operators.
- Near real-time filing alerts (about one minute) via email for saved searches and favorite tickers; bulk CSV upload supported.
- Earnings transcript catalog updated hourly, with results downloadable to CSV.
- IPO calendar with coverage of S-1, F-1, and S-11 filings, plus access to retail roadshows via Deal Roadshow.
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX)
Distinct strengths include:
- HKEXnews: centralized hub for listed company announcements and regulatory filings with keyword and category search.
- Custom email and mobile alerts for issuer announcements and Disclosure of Interests notices.
- Short Selling Turnover reports (intra-day and daily) for both Main Board and GEM listings.
- Trading and clearing calendar, downloadable as PDF or subscribable via iCal/URL.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | CapEdge | Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: News, Alerts, Calendar, IPO Unique: Improved Filings, Diff View, Filing Sentiment, Transcripts, Insider Data, Institutional Data, 13D/13G, 13F, Which ETF includes this Stock?, Secondary Offerings, Financials | Shared: News, Alerts, Calendar, IPO Unique: Dividends, Splits, Buybacks & Authorizations, Order Book / Level II |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs | Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Options, Futures |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web | Web, Mobile |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free | Free, Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
|
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Yes | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Highlighted | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do CapEdge and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) both support?
Both platforms cover News, Alerts, Calendar, and IPO workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do CapEdge and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) require subscriptions?
Both CapEdge and Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
Which tool has mobile access?
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) ships a dedicated mobile experience, while CapEdge focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
CapEdge differentiates itself with Advanced EDGAR and transcript search with Boolean, phrase, and proximity operators., Near real-time filing alerts (about one minute) via email for saved searches and favorite tickers; bulk CSV upload supported., and Earnings transcript catalog updated hourly, with results downloadable to CSV., whereas Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) stands out for HKEXnews: centralized hub for listed company announcements and regulatory filings with keyword and category search., Custom email and mobile alerts for issuer announcements and Disclosure of Interests notices., and Short Selling Turnover reports (intra-day and daily) for both Main Board and GEM listings..
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