yahoo-finance-cli

Fetch stock quotes and fundamentals from Yahoo Finance via a Node.js CLI.

Updated Mar 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ekkus93/vscode_skills --skill yahoo-finance-cli-ekkus93
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Skill: yahoo-finance-cli
Source: https://github.com/ekkus93/vscode_skills/tree/main/skills/yahoo-finance-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ekkus93/vscode_skills --skill yahoo-finance-cli-ekkus93

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a command-line interface to fetch stock data, quotes, and fundamental information from Yahoo Finance, enabling quick access without a browser.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Real-time stock quotes and price data from Yahoo Finance.
  • Earnings, company fundamentals, and profiles via CLI queries.
  • Symbol search and discovery for trending tickers and investments.

Quick Start

Ask the tool to fetch a ticker's quote and it will return the latest price and key metrics.

Frequently Asked Questions about yahoo-finance-cli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch stock prices from Yahoo Finance via CLI?

You can fetch stock prices from Yahoo Finance via CLI using a Node.js interface that retrieves real-time quotes, earnings, and company fundamentals directly from the command line without a browser.

Can I get company fundamentals and earnings data using a command line tool?

Yes, you can retrieve company fundamentals and earnings data using a command line tool that queries Yahoo Finance to deliver key metrics and profiles for specified stock tickers.

Do I need Node.js to query Yahoo Finance data from the terminal?

Yes, you need Node.js and npm to run the CLI, alongside the yahoo-finance2 package or a compatible wrapper, to query Yahoo Finance data effectively from the terminal.

What is the best way to search for trending stock symbols from the command line?

The best way to search for trending stock symbols from the command line is using a Node.js CLI that performs symbol search and discovery for trending tickers and investments via Yahoo Finance.

How does jq work with Yahoo Finance JSON output in a CLI environment?

jq works with Yahoo Finance JSON output by optionally parsing and filtering the structured data returned by the Node.js CLI, allowing analysts to extract specific financial metrics easily.