Comprehensive Financial Market Data API Solutions
iTick provides robust financial data APIs covering forex, indices, stocks, cryptocurrencies, and precious metals. Our REST/WebSocket dual-protocol interface delivers real-time and historical market data with millisecond latency, tailored for quantitative trading, research institutions, and fintech applications.
Key Features:
- Global Coverage: Forex, equities, commodities, and crypto markets
- High-Frequency Data: Optimized for algorithmic trading
- Multi-Format Support: JSON, CSV, SQL, and S3 file integration
- Developer-Focused: Client libraries, tutorials, and full documentation
API Offerings
1. Forex API
Real-time currency pair data sourced from top-tier liquidity providers, featuring:
- Bid/ask spreads
- Order book depth
- Historical tick data
2. Indices API
Track major global indices (S&P 500, NASDAQ) and niche markets (precious metals, energy) with:
- Intraday snapshots
- Corporate action adjustments
3. Stocks API
Standardized endpoints for US/HK equities, including:
- Real-time trades + L2 market depth
- Dividend and split-adjusted historical prices
4. Crypto API
Aggregated data from 20+ exchanges:
- Spot/perpetual futures prices
- Funding rates and volatility metrics
5. Precious Metals API
Gold, silver, and platinum futures:
- LBMA/LME benchmark pricing
- ETF flow analytics
Integration Methods
| Method | Best For | Latency |
|--------------|---------------------------|------------|
| WebSocket| Real-time trading bots | <100ms |
| REST API | Historical backtesting | 1-2s |
| S3 Files | Bulk EOD data processing | Async |
Pricing Plans
| Plan | Price (Monthly) | Rate Limits | Key Inclusions |
|---------------|-----------------|-------------------|----------------|
| Free | $0 | 5 calls/min | EOD data + 3 assets |
| Base | $79 ($99) | 60 calls/min | 200 assets + WebSocket |
| Professional| $159 ($199) | 600 calls/min | Corporate actions + 500 assets |
| Premium | $319 ($399) | 1200 calls/min | Full coverage + 2000 assets |
All plans include technical indicators and fundamentals data.
FAQs
Q: How frequently is data updated?
A: Real-time APIs push updates every 50-500ms depending on asset class. Historical data is refreshed hourly.
Q: Can I test the API before subscribing?
A: Yes—the Free tier offers limited access for evaluation.
Q: Do you support Webhook integrations?
A: Currently, we recommend WebSocket for real-time alerts. Webhooks are roadmap for Q3 2025.
Use Cases
Quantitative Funds
Backtest strategies using 10+ years of tick data with nanosecond timestamps.
Fintech Apps
Embed live crypto prices into wallets or trading dashboards.
Academic Research
Access cleaned datasets for market microstructure studies.
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