Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) adds Data APIs, 13F, Insider Data, Transcripts, Analyst Forecasts, News Sentiment, GDP, Interest Rates, Unemployment Rates, Inflation Rates, Commitment of Traders (COT), Which ETF includes this Stock?, ESG Ratings, US Government Trades, and APIs & SDKs coverage that Yahoo Finance skips.
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Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) vs Yahoo Finance comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
Yahoo Finance includes Screeners, Watchlist, Portfolio, Alerts, Data Visualizations, ETF Overview, ETF Performance, Options, and Education categories that Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) omits.
Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) highlights: Tiered access: Starter (U.S.), Premium (adds UK/Canada and up to 30 years of history), Ultimate (global markets, transcripts, ETFs, mutual funds, 13F data, one-minute intraday, bulk/batch delivery)., REST APIs secured with API keys; calls made by appending the key to endpoints., and WebSocket streaming for real-time equities, forex, and crypto feeds..
Yahoo Finance is known for: Free plan with optional Silver and Gold subscriptions that unlock advanced features and research., Historical price downloads in CSV format are gated to Gold; portfolio and watchlist exports remain free., and Coverage spans 100+ exchanges worldwide, with clear labeling of real-time versus delayed data..
Yahoo Finance offers mobile access, which Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) skips.
Financial Modeling Prep (FMP)
site.financialmodelingprep.com
Editor’s pick Hands-on review
Market data delivered through REST and WebSocket APIs. Plans scale by geography and depth: Starter covers U.S. markets, Premium adds UK/Canada and extended history, and Ultimate unlocks global coverage, transcripts, fund and 13F data, one-minute intraday, and bulk delivery options. Bandwidth and query limits vary by plan.
Categories
Data APIs
Financials
ETF Holdings
13F
Insider Data
Transcripts
Analyst Forecasts
Analyst Price Targets
Analyst Recommendations
News
News Sentiment
Calendar
Dividends
Splits
GDP
Interest Rates
Unemployment Rates
Inflation Rates
Commitment of Traders (COT)
Which ETF includes this Stock?
ESG Ratings
US Government Trades
APIs & SDKs
Platforms
Web
API
Pricing
Free
Subscription
Quick highlights
- Tiered access: Starter (U.S.), Premium (adds UK/Canada and up to 30 years of history), Ultimate (global markets, transcripts, ETFs, mutual funds, 13F data, one-minute intraday, bulk/batch delivery).
- REST APIs secured with API keys; calls made by appending the key to endpoints.
- WebSocket streaming for real-time equities, forex, and crypto feeds.
- Historical and intraday chart data with resolutions from one minute to four hours, including dividend-adjusted series.
- Economic datasets covering GDP, CPI, unemployment, interest rates, and Treasury yields, alongside event and release calendars.
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Yahoo Finance
finance.yahoo.com
Hands-on review
One of the most widely used finance portals, offering global market coverage, news, screeners, and portfolio tools. A free plan provides core features, while paid Silver and Gold tiers add extras such as research, enhanced filters, and historical data downloads. Real-time vs delayed quotes vary by exchange, and mobile apps support price alerts and personalized news.
Categories
Platforms
Web
Mobile
Pricing
Free
Subscription
Quick highlights
- Free plan with optional Silver and Gold subscriptions that unlock advanced features and research.
- Historical price downloads in CSV format are gated to Gold; portfolio and watchlist exports remain free.
- Coverage spans 100+ exchanges worldwide, with clear labeling of real-time versus delayed data.
- Interactive full-screen charts with dozens of technical indicators and extended-hours toggles.
- Equity, ETF, and mutual fund screeners with hundreds of filters; Plus tiers add premium filters such as Morningstar ratings.
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Overlap
Shared focus areas
8 overlapsMutual strengths include Financials, ETF Holdings, and Analyst Price Targets plus 5 more areas.
Where they differ
Financial Modeling Prep (FMP)
Distinct strengths include:
- Tiered access: Starter (U.S.), Premium (adds UK/Canada and up to 30 years of history), Ultimate (global markets, transcripts, ETFs, mutual funds, 13F data, one-minute intraday, bulk/batch delivery).
- REST APIs secured with API keys; calls made by appending the key to endpoints.
- WebSocket streaming for real-time equities, forex, and crypto feeds.
- Historical and intraday chart data with resolutions from one minute to four hours, including dividend-adjusted series.
Yahoo Finance
Distinct strengths include:
- Free plan with optional Silver and Gold subscriptions that unlock advanced features and research.
- Historical price downloads in CSV format are gated to Gold; portfolio and watchlist exports remain free.
- Coverage spans 100+ exchanges worldwide, with clear labeling of real-time versus delayed data.
- Interactive full-screen charts with dozens of technical indicators and extended-hours toggles.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) | Yahoo Finance |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Financials, ETF Holdings, Analyst Price Targets, Analyst Recommendations, News, Calendar, Dividends, Splits Unique: Data APIs, 13F, Insider Data, Transcripts, Analyst Forecasts, News Sentiment, GDP, Interest Rates, Unemployment Rates, Inflation Rates, Commitment of Traders (COT), Which ETF includes this Stock?, ESG Ratings, US Government Trades, APIs & SDKs | Shared: Financials, ETF Holdings, Analyst Price Targets, Analyst Recommendations, News, Calendar, Dividends, Splits Unique: Screeners, Watchlist, Portfolio, Alerts, Data Visualizations, ETF Overview, ETF Performance, Options, Education |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Commodities, Currencies, Cryptos | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Options, Futures, Commodities, Currencies, Cryptos, Bonds |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, API | Web, Mobile |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free, Subscription | Free, Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
|
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Yes | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Highlighted | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and Yahoo Finance both support?
Both platforms cover Financials, ETF Holdings, Analyst Price Targets, Analyst Recommendations, News, Calendar, Dividends, and Splits workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and Yahoo Finance require subscriptions?
Both Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and Yahoo Finance keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
Which tool has mobile access?
Yahoo Finance ships a dedicated mobile experience, while Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) focuses on web or desktop access.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) differentiates itself with Tiered access: Starter (U.S.), Premium (adds UK/Canada and up to 30 years of history), Ultimate (global markets, transcripts, ETFs, mutual funds, 13F data, one-minute intraday, bulk/batch delivery)., REST APIs secured with API keys; calls made by appending the key to endpoints., and WebSocket streaming for real-time equities, forex, and crypto feeds., whereas Yahoo Finance stands out for Free plan with optional Silver and Gold subscriptions that unlock advanced features and research., Historical price downloads in CSV format are gated to Gold; portfolio and watchlist exports remain free., and Coverage spans 100+ exchanges worldwide, with clear labeling of real-time versus delayed data..
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