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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

IBISWorld vs MacroMicro comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

IBISWorld logo

IBISWorld

ibisworld.com

PricingSubscription, One-time
PlatformsWeb, API
MacroMicro logo

MacroMicro

macromicro.me

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, API
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At a glance

Platforms
IBISWorldWeb, API
MacroMicroWeb, API
Categories
IBISWorld5
MacroMicro19
Pricing details
IBISWorldMacroMicro
Free tier
Free trial7 days
Starting price$25/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansMembership (Subscription), Single Report – Industry Research, Single Report – SpotlightFree, MM Prime, MM Max, MM Business, API Essential

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IBISWorldMacroMicro

Platform details

AttributeIBISWorldMacroMicro
Asset types
Other
StocksETFsBondsCommoditiesCurrenciesCryptos
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North AmericaEuropeAPAC
North AmericaEuropeAPACLatAmMiddle EastAfrica
Data freshness
End of Day
End of Day
API access
REST
Not specified
Export formats
PDFExcelJSON
CSV

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between IBISWorld and MacroMicro?

IBISWorld focuses on Data APIs, Scores, and AI Chat while MacroMicro specializes in Data Visualizations, ETF Screeners, and ETF Comparison. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

Is IBISWorld or MacroMicro free to use?

MacroMicro offers a free tier that lets you get started without paying, while IBISWorld requires a subscription. If budget is a concern, start with MacroMicro and upgrade later if you need more advanced features.

Do IBISWorld and MacroMicro 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 IBISWorld or MacroMicro?

Choose IBISWorld if you need Industry Research Reports (30–40 pages) across multiple countries, with PDF downloads and Key Statistics exportable to Excel., and Business Environment Profiles with proprietary forecasts across hundreds of economic indicators.. Go with MacroMicro if Global macro and market database with more than 40 million data points across 100+ countries and coverage of 48+ asset fundamentals., and ETF toolkit includes a screener, comparator, and reverse lookup to see which ETFs include a given stock. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do IBISWorld and MacroMicro cover?

Both cover common asset types. IBISWorld also includes Other. MacroMicro adds coverage for Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Commodities, Currencies, and Cryptos.

Can I export data from IBISWorld and MacroMicro?

Both platforms let you export data to spreadsheets (). This is useful for custom analysis or record-keeping.

Which has a better stock screener—IBISWorld or MacroMicro?

MacroMicro includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. IBISWorld focuses on other analytical tools.

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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).

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