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Retrieve stock quotes, search, history, comparisons, and crypto prices via Yahoo Finance and Alpha Vantage APIs.

Updated Jun 26, 2026
Search Tags:#finance#stock market#market data#crypto#investing
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom --skill stocks-nitish-gitbit
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: stocks
Source: https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom/tree/main/optional-skills/finance/stocks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NITISH-gitbit/hermes-custom --skill stocks-nitish-gitbit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the problem of manually searching for stock market data, by providing a streamlined interface to access quotes, history, and more.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Stock Quotes: Obtain current stock prices and details.
  • Search: Find stocks by company name.
  • History: View historical price data.
  • Compare: Side-by-side comparison of stock prices.
  • Crypto Prices: Get current prices for cryptocurrencies.
  • Use Case: For investors or traders looking to quickly access market data without navigating complex websites.

Quick Start

Use the stocks skill to get the current price of 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 for specific companies?▼

To get current stock quotes, use the Skill to retrieve real-time prices and details for specific companies. It utilizes Yahoo Finance and Alpha Vantage APIs to fetch current market data for requested stock symbols.

Can I compare stock prices side-by-side for multiple companies?▼

Yes, you can compare stock prices side-by-side. The Skill supports side-by-side comparison of stock prices, allowing you to evaluate multiple stock quotes simultaneously using market data from Yahoo Finance.

How do I find historical price data for a stock?▼

To view historical price data, use the Skill's history operation. It fetches past market data for requested stock symbols via Yahoo Finance or Alpha Vantage, providing historical price records for analysis.

Can I look up cryptocurrency prices using this tool?▼

Yes, you can look up cryptocurrency prices. The Skill provides current crypto price lookup functionality, fetching real-time cryptocurrency market data alongside traditional stock quotes.

Do I need an Alpha Vantage API key to use the stock market data features?▼

An Alpha Vantage API key is optional, configured via an environment variable. The Skill also utilizes Yahoo Finance to provide stock market data, meaning you can access many features without setting up the Alpha Vantage key.

What Python version is required to run the stock market data script?▼

Python 3.8 or higher is required to run the stock market data script. The Skill relies on the Python 3.8+ standard library along with the requests and json dependencies to fetch market data.

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