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Fetch current stock quotes, historical OHLCV data, and crypto prices via Yahoo Finance API.

2|Updated May 22, 2026
Search Tags:#finance#crypto prices#market data#historical data#stock quotes
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/519lab/thoth-agent --skill stocks-519lab
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: stocks
Source: https://github.com/519lab/thoth-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/finance/stocks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/519lab/thoth-agent --skill stocks-519lab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of obtaining stock quotes, historical data, and crypto prices, making it quick and efficient for users to stay informed about financial markets.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Stock Quotes: Retrieve current prices, changes, and volumes for stocks.
  • Historical Data: Access OHLCV (Open, High, Low, Close, Volume) data for any date range.
  • Crypto Prices: Get real-time prices for cryptocurrencies.
  • Use Case: If you need to compare the performance of two stocks or check the latest price of a cryptocurrency, this Skill can provide the information you need quickly.

Quick Start

Use the stocks skill to get the current price of Apple Inc. (AAPL).

Frequently Asked Questions about stocks

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get current stock quotes and crypto prices using Yahoo Finance data?▼

To get current stock quotes and crypto prices, this Skill fetches real-time market data directly from the Yahoo Finance API. It retrieves current prices, changes, and trading volumes for specified equities and cryptocurrencies.

Can I retrieve historical OHLCV data for a specific date range?▼

Yes, you can retrieve historical OHLCV data for any date range. This Skill fetches Open, High, Low, Close, and Volume historical price data using the Yahoo Finance API for your specified equities.

Do I need an Alpha Vantage API key to access market data?▼

You do not need an Alpha Vantage API key for basic market data. This Skill relies on the Yahoo Finance API for stock quotes and historical data, requiring only the Python standard library and the requests dependency.

What's the best way to compare the performance of two stocks?▼

The best way to compare stock performance is by retrieving current quotes and historical data for both equities. This Skill quickly fetches the required price changes and OHLCV data for side-by-side investment analysis.

Does this Skill support fetching real-time prices for cryptocurrencies?▼

Yes, this Skill supports fetching real-time prices for cryptocurrencies. It retrieves current crypto prices alongside traditional stock market data using the Yahoo Finance API for comprehensive personal finance tracking.

What limitations should I expect when using the Yahoo Finance API for historical data?▼

A key limitation is that Yahoo Finance API data may have rate limits or slight delays. For additional or more specialized market data, an optional Alpha Vantage API key is required to supplement the standard requests.

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