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Tool Comparison
Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) vs GuruFocus
Pick Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) instead if
Global Factor Data (JKP Factors)
Free · Web · Other
- You care about factor exposure, something GuruFocus doesn't offer
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GuruFocus
Free • From $549/yr · Web · Mobile · API
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You want an API so you can script or automate things
- You care about stock ideas, screeners, and ETF screeners, things Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) doesn't offer
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Our take
The bottom line
Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus cover a lot of the same ground (3 shared categories, APIs & data feeds, quant, and data visualizations), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. GuruFocus simply does more: 48 categories to Global Factor Data (JKP Factors)'s 4, including stock ideas, screeners, and ETF screeners, plus a mobile app. Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) counters by being completely free.
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Key differences at a glance
- Mobile app
- GuruFocus
- Free trial
- GuruFocus7 days
- Broader coverage
- GuruFocus48 vs 4 categories
- API access
- GuruFocus
- Asset coverage
- GuruFocusAdds ETFs and bonds
- Beginner friendly
- GuruFocus
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How they stack up
The side-by-side table: pricing, platforms, data, and coverage at a glance.ShowHide
How they stack up
The side-by-side table: pricing, platforms, data, and coverage at a glance.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Free | Free • From $549/yr |
Free tier | Yes | Yes |
Free trial | — | 7 days |
Plan limits | Free (non-commercial license): license: Academic research + personal non-commercial only; other use/redistrib... | 41 limits: Free: portfolio limit: Up to 3 portfolios with 25 stocks each for free members, Free: data api requests: 100/month included in the Free API package +39 more |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Mobile app | No | Yes |
API access | No | Yes |
Broker sync | — | Yes |
Integrations | WRDS and GitHub | GuruFocus Data API, GuruFocus MCP Server +3 more |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | Quants/Developers, Analysts +1 more | Retail Traders, Pro Retail +9 more |
Categories covered | 4 | 48 |
Regions | North America, Europe, APAC, LatAm, Middle East, Africa | North America, Europe, APAC, LatAm, Middle East, Africa |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data quality | Granularity: EOD | 5 signals: Latency: End of Day, Granularity: EOD +3 more |
Data partners | 3 partners: WRDS, CRSP +1 more | 5 partners: QuoteMedia, Morningstar +3 more |
Capabilities | — | 8 signals: Custom formulas, Ranking backtests +6 more |
Security | — | Status page and Encryption in transit |
| Try it | Visit Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) | Visit GuruFocus |
Where each one shines
What Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus each do best.ShowHide
Where each one shines
What Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus each do best.What Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) does best
- Study global equity factor returns tied to "Is There a Replication Crisis in Finance?" from the Journal of Finance.
- Explore 153 analyzed factors across 13 themes and 93 countries, with broader documentation referencing 406 characteristics and associated factor portfolios.
- Use daily and monthly factor-return series with equal-weighted, value-weighted, and capped-value-weighted options where available.
- Compare excess returns in USD across countries, regions, themes, factors, frequencies, and weighting schemes in the web interface.
- Use analysis pages for factors to watch, advanced filters, cumulative performance charts, and metrics such as Sharpe ratio, average return, volatility, information ratio, alpha, and beta.
What GuruFocus does best
- Research global stocks with long historical financials, valuation data, charts, comparisons, market valuation indicators, economic indicators, industry data, and company-level fundamentals.
- Use the All-in-One Screener with hundreds of filters across fundamentals, valuation, profitability, growth, dividends, guru holdings, insider trades, predefined value screens, custom filters, saved screens, and downloads.
- Backtest screener strategies across many countries with configurable stock count, ranking metric, sort order, date range, and rebalance frequency.
- Use GF Score to compare stocks through a 0-100 framework built around financial strength, profitability, growth, valuation, and momentum.
- Use GF Value to frame fair value from historical multiples, past returns, and analyst estimates, then classify stocks by valuation range.
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus, side by side.ShowHide
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus, side by side.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | Stocks | StocksETFsBondsMutual FundsOptionsFundsOther |
Experience | Advanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Target audience | Quants/DevelopersAnalystsStudents/Researchers | Retail TradersPro RetailLong-term InvestorsValue InvestorsQuality InvestorsDividend InvestorsAnalystsQuants/Developers+3 more |
Regions | North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica | North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica |
Coverage details | Not specified | Identifiers: Ticker and CIK |
| Data | ||
Data freshness | Not specified | End of Day |
Data granularity | EOD | EOD |
Pricing sources | Not specified | ExchangeVendorModel |
Data partners | WRDSCRSPCompustat | QuoteMediaMorningstarRefinitivFREDSEC / local regulators |
| Access & integrations | ||
API protocols | Not specified | REST |
API auth & delivery | Not specified | Auth: APIKeySDKs: Python and GoDocs |
Import methods | Not specified | CSVBrokerOAuthManual |
Integrations | WRDSGitHub | GuruFocus Data APIGuruFocus MCP ServerGuruFocus Excel Add-inGuruFocus Google Sheets Add-onSnapTrade |
Export formats | Not specified | CSVExcelJSON |
| Plans & trust | ||
Security & compliance | Not specified | Status pageEncryption in transit |
Capability signals | Not specified | Custom formulasRanking backtestsUniverse builderFactors: Value, Quality, Momentum, and GrowthBroker syncMulti-currencyYield curvesAI summaries: Transcripts |
Vendor & support | Global Factor Data (Jensen, Kelly, Pedersen)Support: Forum and Email | GuruFocus.com, LLCCountry: United StatesFounded 2004Support: Email, Chat, Phone, and Forum |
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What you'll actually pay
Plans, billing, trials, and per-month pricing for both tools.ShowHide
What you'll actually pay
Plans, billing, trials, and per-month pricing for both tools.| Tier | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free“Free (non-commercial license)”license: Academic research + personal non-commercial only; other use/redistrib... | Freeportfolio limit: Up to 3 portfolios with 25 stocks each for free members · data api requests: 100/month included in the Free API package · +1 more |
| Entry paid plan | — | $549/yr≈ $45.75/mo“Premium”billing: Annual only · data api requests: 200/month included with Premium membership · +2 more |
| Tier 2 | — | $1398/yr≈ $116.50/mo“Plus / Premium Plus”billing: Annual only · data api requests: 500/month included with Premium Plus membership · +2 more |
| Tier 3 | — | $200/mo“Data API Builder”billing: Billed annually · monthly request limit: No limit · +10 more |
| Tier 4 | — | $2448/yr≈ $204/mo“Pro / Professional”billing: Annual only · data api requests: 2,000/month included with Professional membership |
| Tier 5 | — | $2000/mo“Data API Commercial”billing: Billed annually · monthly request limit: No limit · +1 more |
| Top plan | — | $100 per unit“Data API Pay As You Go”initial top up: $100 credit · company profile: $0.10/request · +10 more |
| Custom / enterprise | — | Contact sales“Custom API / Enterprise Package” |
| Free trial | — | 7 days |
Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus?
Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) leans toward APIs & data feeds, quant, and data visualizations, while GuruFocus puts more weight on stock ideas, screeners, and ETF screeners. They overlap in 3 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus cost?
Good news: both Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus have free plans, so you can run them side by side and only pay if you hit a wall.
Which is better for beginners: Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) or GuruFocus?
GuruFocus is the friendlier place to start; its interface takes less getting used to. Both work fine once you're past the basics.
Can I use Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) or GuruFocus on my phone?
GuruFocus lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is web and other.
Does Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) or GuruFocus have an API?
GuruFocus has an API for programmatic access and custom integrations. Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) doesn't, so you're working through its interface.
Should I choose Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) or GuruFocus?
It depends on what you're after. Pick Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) if factor exposure matter to you; go with GuruFocus if you'd rather have stock ideas and screeners. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus cover?
Both cover stocks. GuruFocus adds ETFs, bonds, and mutual funds on top.
Can I export data from Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) and GuruFocus?
GuruFocus exports to CSV and Excel. Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) is stingier about getting data out.
Which has a better stock screener: Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) or GuruFocus?
GuruFocus has a stock screener for surfacing ideas; Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) doesn't, and focuses its energy elsewhere.
Can I track my portfolio with Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) or GuruFocus?
GuruFocus handles portfolio tracking. Global Factor Data (JKP Factors) is really a research tool; you'd track your portfolio elsewhere.
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