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stock-trader

Execute US stock and ETF trades through the Alpaca broker API.

5|1|Updated Feb 9, 2026
Search Tags:#portfolio#trading#stocks#etf#investing#alpaca
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kayzaa/k.i.t.-bot --skill stock-trader
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Skill: stock-trader
Source: https://github.com/kayzaa/k.i.t.-bot/tree/main/skills/stock-trader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kayzaa/k.i.t.-bot --skill stock-trader

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of trading US stocks and ETFs, allowing users to manage their portfolios and execute trades through supported brokers like Alpaca.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Broker Integration: Connects with Alpaca for commission-free trading and paper trading. Interactive Brokers integration is planned.
  • Portfolio Management: View account balances, P&L, and current positions.
  • Trading Execution: Place market, limit, stop, and trailing stop orders for stocks.
  • Market Data: Retrieve quotes, check market hours, and analyze pivot points.
  • Use Case: A user can instruct K.I.T. to "Buy 10 shares of Apple" or "Sell half my Tesla position," and the Skill will handle the trade execution via Alpaca.

Quick Start

Use the stock-trader skill to buy 10 shares of AAPL using your Alpaca paper trading account.

Frequently Asked Questions about stock-trader

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I execute stock and ETF trades through Alpaca using an AI assistant?▼

You can execute stock and ETF trades by instructing the assistant with natural language commands like "Buy 10 shares of AAPL," which triggers order placement and portfolio management directly through the Alpaca broker API.

Can I monitor my portfolio and open positions without logging into a broker platform?▼

Yes, portfolio monitoring is fully supported. You can retrieve your current account balances, check profit and loss statements, and review open stock positions via the Alpaca API without using the broker's native interface.

What types of orders can I place when trading US stocks and ETFs with this integration?▼

When trading US stocks and ETFs, you can place multiple order types including market orders, limit orders, stop orders, and trailing stop orders to manage trade execution and risk directly through the Alpaca API.

Does the Alpaca trading integration support paper trading for testing strategies?▼

Yes, paper trading is supported. You can configure the Alpaca API connection to run in paper trading mode, allowing you to test stock and ETF trading strategies risk-free before executing live market orders.

How do I retrieve market data and quotes for US stocks before placing a trade?▼

Market data retrieval allows you to check real-time stock quotes, verify current market hours, and analyze pivot points through the Alpaca API, providing the necessary pricing context before executing portfolio trades.

Are there limitations on which brokers I can use for automated stock trading?▼

Currently, the automated stock trading integration supports the Alpaca broker API for US stocks and ETFs, with Interactive Brokers integration planned for future connectivity and broader broker support.

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