VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

★ FINANCIAL TOOLS & SERVICES DIRECTORY ★

PRICE: 5 CENTS

Sunday, October 5, 2025

Head-to-head

Reflexivity vs YCharts comparison

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

Quick takeaways

Reflexivity adds Quant, Backtesting, Transcripts, AI, AI Chat, and AI Report coverage that YCharts skips.

YCharts includes Stock Comparison, ETF Comparison, Data Visualizations, Watchlist, Correlation, Risk Metrics (VaR/ES/Drawdown), Financials, Scores, ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Holdings, ETF Fundamentals, ETF Overlap, Analyst Forecasts, Short Interest, Insider Data, Inflation Rates, Unemployment Rates, GDP, Interest Rates, Yield Curves, Sheets / Excel Add-ins, and Broker Connectors categories that Reflexivity omits.

Reflexivity highlights: Institutional-grade AI research environment with verified data from S&P Global, Refinitiv Datastream, Nasdaq, and Cboe—all included without the need for separate data contracts., Deep Research agent that can write and execute Python, run backtests, generate Excel models, export code and data, and produce publication-ready reports., and Document Intelligence to search and extract from SEC filings, transcripts, presentations, and central bank documents; includes OCR for charts and tables and custom ingestion for proprietary docs..

YCharts is known for: Research workspace with Fundamental Charts, robust screeners, comp tables, scatter plots, scenario tools, and Quickflows to speed common tasks., Portfolio analytics for model and client accounts: optimizer and rebalancing (daily through annual), correlation matrices, attribution and transition analysis, drift/overlap checks, and exposure breakdowns., and Broad data coverage: U.S. and Canadian equities, ETFs and CEFs, plus mutual funds and SMAs as add-ons; 4,000+ fundamental metrics, S&P Global analyst estimates, MSCI ESG datasets, and a large set of macro indicators..

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Reflexivity

reflexivity.com

Reflexivity is a sales-led enterprise platform (annual subscription) designed for institutions. Deep Research features are still in beta and not enabled for all accounts. All listed data sources (S&P Global, Refinitiv, Nasdaq, Cboe, etc.) are included out of the box—no separate contracts required.

Platforms

Web
API

Pricing

Subscription

Quick highlights

  • Institutional-grade AI research environment with verified data from S&P Global, Refinitiv Datastream, Nasdaq, and Cboe—all included without the need for separate data contracts.
  • Deep Research agent that can write and execute Python, run backtests, generate Excel models, export code and data, and produce publication-ready reports.
  • Document Intelligence to search and extract from SEC filings, transcripts, presentations, and central bank documents; includes OCR for charts and tables and custom ingestion for proprietary docs.
  • Portfolio Insights delivers real-time alerts, risk/exposure analytics, and performance attribution. Portfolios can be replicated via manual entry or file upload. The system produces over 1,500 daily insights spanning 40k+ assets, 250+ indicators, and 20 years of history.
  • Scenario Analysis allows backtesting and stress testing with 50+ years of historical market data. Users can model custom scenarios and view results in real time.

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YCharts

ycharts.com

Hands-on review

Advisor-focused research, portfolio analytics, and proposal platform. Lower tiers are more view-only, while add-ons unlock the Excel add-in and broader fund/SMA datasets. Intraday quotes are available on a short delay (about 90–120 seconds).

Platforms

Web
API

Pricing

Subscription

Quick highlights

  • Research workspace with Fundamental Charts, robust screeners, comp tables, scatter plots, scenario tools, and Quickflows to speed common tasks.
  • Portfolio analytics for model and client accounts: optimizer and rebalancing (daily through annual), correlation matrices, attribution and transition analysis, drift/overlap checks, and exposure breakdowns.
  • Broad data coverage: U.S. and Canadian equities, ETFs and CEFs, plus mutual funds and SMAs as add-ons; 4,000+ fundamental metrics, S&P Global analyst estimates, MSCI ESG datasets, and a large set of macro indicators.
  • Monitoring built in: dashboards, watchlists, alerts, and a live news feed (MT Newswires). Intraday quotes update on a short delay (~90–120 seconds).
  • Excel & API: an add-on Excel add-in with dynamic formulas/templates, a REST API with API keys and official Python/R clients, and exports to CSV/Excel/PDF/images.

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Overlap

Shared focus areas

8 overlaps

Mutual strengths include Screeners, Performance Attribution, and Scenario & Stress Tests plus 5 more areas.

Where they differ

Reflexivity

Distinct strengths include:

  • Institutional-grade AI research environment with verified data from S&P Global, Refinitiv Datastream, Nasdaq, and Cboe—all included without the need for separate data contracts.
  • Deep Research agent that can write and execute Python, run backtests, generate Excel models, export code and data, and produce publication-ready reports.
  • Document Intelligence to search and extract from SEC filings, transcripts, presentations, and central bank documents; includes OCR for charts and tables and custom ingestion for proprietary docs.
  • Portfolio Insights delivers real-time alerts, risk/exposure analytics, and performance attribution. Portfolios can be replicated via manual entry or file upload. The system produces over 1,500 daily insights spanning 40k+ assets, 250+ indicators, and 20 years of history.

YCharts

Distinct strengths include:

  • Research workspace with Fundamental Charts, robust screeners, comp tables, scatter plots, scenario tools, and Quickflows to speed common tasks.
  • Portfolio analytics for model and client accounts: optimizer and rebalancing (daily through annual), correlation matrices, attribution and transition analysis, drift/overlap checks, and exposure breakdowns.
  • Broad data coverage: U.S. and Canadian equities, ETFs and CEFs, plus mutual funds and SMAs as add-ons; 4,000+ fundamental metrics, S&P Global analyst estimates, MSCI ESG datasets, and a large set of macro indicators.
  • Monitoring built in: dashboards, watchlists, alerts, and a live news feed (MT Newswires). Intraday quotes update on a short delay (~90–120 seconds).

Feature-by-feature breakdown

AttributeReflexivityYCharts
Categories

Which research workflows each platform targets

Shared: Screeners, Performance Attribution, Scenario & Stress Tests, Portfolio, Alerts, News, Data APIs, APIs & SDKs

Unique: Quant, Backtesting, Transcripts, AI, AI Chat, AI Report

Shared: Screeners, Performance Attribution, Scenario & Stress Tests, Portfolio, Alerts, News, Data APIs, APIs & SDKs

Unique: Stock Comparison, ETF Comparison, Data Visualizations, Watchlist, Correlation, Risk Metrics (VaR/ES/Drawdown), Financials, Scores, ETF Overview, ETF Performance, ETF Holdings, ETF Fundamentals, ETF Overlap, Analyst Forecasts, Short Interest, Insider Data, Inflation Rates, Unemployment Rates, GDP, Interest Rates, Yield Curves, Sheets / Excel Add-ins, Broker Connectors

Asset types

Supported asset classes and universes

Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Commodities, Currencies

Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Closed-End Funds

Experience levels

Who each product is built for

Intermediate, Advanced

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Platforms

Where you can access the product

Web, API

Web, API

Pricing

High-level pricing models

Subscription

Subscription

Key features

Core capabilities called out by each vendor

Unique

  • Institutional-grade AI research environment with verified data from S&P Global, Refinitiv Datastream, Nasdaq, and Cboe—all included without the need for separate data contracts.
  • Deep Research agent that can write and execute Python, run backtests, generate Excel models, export code and data, and produce publication-ready reports.
  • Document Intelligence to search and extract from SEC filings, transcripts, presentations, and central bank documents; includes OCR for charts and tables and custom ingestion for proprietary docs.
  • Portfolio Insights delivers real-time alerts, risk/exposure analytics, and performance attribution. Portfolios can be replicated via manual entry or file upload. The system produces over 1,500 daily insights spanning 40k+ assets, 250+ indicators, and 20 years of history.
  • Scenario Analysis allows backtesting and stress testing with 50+ years of historical market data. Users can model custom scenarios and view results in real time.
  • Smart Screening across 40k+ global securities with thematic, fundamental, technical, and ESG filters, plus unique criteria like insider trades, government trades, and management changes.

Unique

  • Research workspace with Fundamental Charts, robust screeners, comp tables, scatter plots, scenario tools, and Quickflows to speed common tasks.
  • Portfolio analytics for model and client accounts: optimizer and rebalancing (daily through annual), correlation matrices, attribution and transition analysis, drift/overlap checks, and exposure breakdowns.
  • Broad data coverage: U.S. and Canadian equities, ETFs and CEFs, plus mutual funds and SMAs as add-ons; 4,000+ fundamental metrics, S&P Global analyst estimates, MSCI ESG datasets, and a large set of macro indicators.
  • Monitoring built in: dashboards, watchlists, alerts, and a live news feed (MT Newswires). Intraday quotes update on a short delay (~90–120 seconds).
  • Excel & API: an add-on Excel add-in with dynamic formulas/templates, a REST API with API keys and official Python/R clients, and exports to CSV/Excel/PDF/images.
  • Advisor ecosystem integrations including Addepar, Orion, Redtail, Schwab Advisor Center, iRebal, Pershing, LPL ClientWorks, Black Diamond, and VRGL.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which workflows do Reflexivity and YCharts both support?

Both platforms cover Screeners, Performance Attribution, Scenario & Stress Tests, Portfolio, Alerts, News, Data APIs, and APIs & SDKs workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.

Do Reflexivity and YCharts require subscriptions?

Neither platform maintains a free tier. Budget for a subscription to unlock the research coverage highlighted in this comparison.

How can you access Reflexivity and YCharts?

Both Reflexivity and YCharts prioritize web or desktop access. Investors wanting a mobile-first workflow may need to rely on responsive web views.

What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?

Reflexivity differentiates itself with Institutional-grade AI research environment with verified data from S&P Global, Refinitiv Datastream, Nasdaq, and Cboe—all included without the need for separate data contracts., Deep Research agent that can write and execute Python, run backtests, generate Excel models, export code and data, and produce publication-ready reports., and Document Intelligence to search and extract from SEC filings, transcripts, presentations, and central bank documents; includes OCR for charts and tables and custom ingestion for proprietary docs., whereas YCharts stands out for Research workspace with Fundamental Charts, robust screeners, comp tables, scatter plots, scenario tools, and Quickflows to speed common tasks., Portfolio analytics for model and client accounts: optimizer and rebalancing (daily through annual), correlation matrices, attribution and transition analysis, drift/overlap checks, and exposure breakdowns., and Broad data coverage: U.S. and Canadian equities, ETFs and CEFs, plus mutual funds and SMAs as add-ons; 4,000+ fundamental metrics, S&P Global analyst estimates, MSCI ESG datasets, and a large set of macro indicators..

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.