VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
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Sunday, January 18, 2026
Tool Comparison
CME FedWatch vs USAspending comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
At a glance
| CME FedWatch | USAspending | |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Free trial | ||
| Starting price | $25/mo | — |
| Enterprise option | ||
| Available plans | Web Tool, FedWatch End-of-Day API, FedWatch Intraday API | Free |
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Platform details
| Attribute | CME FedWatch | USAspending |
|---|---|---|
Asset types | Futures | Other |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North America | North America |
Data freshness | Real-timeEnd of Day | End of Day |
API access | REST | REST |
Export formats | ExcelPDF | CSVJSON |
Coverage overlap
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between CME FedWatch and USAspending?
CME FedWatch focuses on Central Bank Watcher, Interest Rates, and Data APIs while USAspending specializes in Data APIs, APIs & SDKs, and Data Visualizations. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.
How much do CME FedWatch and USAspending cost?
Good news—both CME FedWatch and USAspending offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.
Do CME FedWatch and USAspending have APIs?
Yes, both platforms offer API access for developers and quants who want to build custom integrations or automate their workflows.
Should I choose CME FedWatch or USAspending?
Choose CME FedWatch if you need Web tool shows probabilities of FOMC target rate changes for upcoming meetings, implied by 30‑Day Fed Funds futures prices (CME: “CME FedWatch”)., and Free tool listed among CME interest‑rate “free pricing and analytics tools.”. Go with USAspending if Advanced Search & profiles across awards, recipients, agencies, federal accounts; filters include date, place of performance, NAICS/PSC, Assistance Listing (formerly CFDA), DEFC for COVID/infrastructure., and Spending Explorer and Agency/Federal Account profiles for top‑down views of obligations/outlays and drill‑downs by budget hierarchy. better fits how you invest.
What asset classes do CME FedWatch and USAspending cover?
Both cover common asset types. CME FedWatch also includes Futures. USAspending adds coverage for Other.
Does CME FedWatch or USAspending have real-time data?
CME FedWatch offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. USAspending uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.
Can I export data from CME FedWatch and USAspending?
Both platforms let you export data to spreadsheets (). This is useful for custom analysis or record-keeping.
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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.