What is Data Feeds API ?
Preqin’s Data Feeds API provides a standardized mechanism to extract Preqin data in bulk for use in an internal database, data warehouse, or analytics tool. This enables you to seamlessly integrate all Preqin data into your existing workflows and solutions.
Why is it essential?
Technological advances, combined with an explosion in data, have opened a wealth of opportunities in today’s financial markets. But, with a wider range of tools and data at their disposal, firms are increasingly looking for flexibility and connectivity in datasets to enable them to unearth new insights and make better-informed investment decisions.
This is why, at Preqin, it’s our goal to provide cutting-edge delivery solutions to help our clients extract maximum value from our data.
The Data Feeds API makes it easy to combine raw data files from Preqin with other internal and external sources to draw insights you need to make decisions with confidence. Plus, with on-demand access to thousands of Preqin data points, the API could revolutionize the way you work by automating workflows and significantly reducing the time spent acquiring and manipulating data.
Why choose an API?
Over 100 data feeds endpoints
Make targeted queries against Preqin data to pull large files and support data-intensive tasks in a standardized and scalable way.Direct access where and when you need it
Leverage Preqin’s flexible delivery solution for large quantities of data, delivered as often as you need in a standard CSV format. Extract data in bulk and integrate it directly into your own system.Streamline your daily workflows
Preqin’s Data Feeds API enables you to save time and resources by centralizing your essential data and eliminating the need to navigate between systems.
How does it work?
Preqin’s Data Feeds API provides on-demand access to all Preqin’s core datasets as CSV files, covering more than 50 years of historical data on:
Data is delivered and consumed in four simple steps:
Connect: Upon client confirmation, Preqin will provide access to licensed data points via the API within 48 hours and will make the following assets available to support implementation:
- User credentials
- Technical implementation guide
- Data dictionary & data schema
Call: Guidance on making calls via the API is provided within the implementation guide. The Preqin team is also on-hand to provide any technical support required for extraction of the data.
Collect: Following a successful call via the API, data will be delivered to the client as CSV files.
Consume: Raw data can be combined with other internal or external data sources and seamlessly integrated into existing internal or third-party systems based on client need.
Activating the Data Feeds API requires a software developer for implementation. Should you need further support, you can reach out to our dedicated API and Data Feeds Team or our 24-hour support desk. You can also access all the Swagger documentation to support the implementation of this solution into your preferred systems.
How can I use Preqin data via the Data Feeds API?
Preqin’s Data Feeds API offers firms the freedom to access data in a way that best suits them and their business. With seamless access to Preqin data, the Data Feeds API makes it easy to embed Preqin’s reliable datasets directly into your organization’s existing data and workflows.
This can be used for:
Data analytics integrations: Streamline your analysis and research by combining Preqin data with your other essential datasets Centralize all the information you need and share your insights across internal reports, including investor relations dashboards, performance monitoring, and aggregated portfolio analysis.
CRM integration: Seamlessly integrate Preqin data with your CRM to streamline decision-making and free up the time and resources it takes to manually update CRM fields by automatically centralizing all your business-critical data.
Data warehousing: Bulk import Preqin data and house it alongside other data sources in a single location or repository for easy distribution across internal teams and applications.
Who has access to it?
Preqin’s Data Feeds API is available for new and existing clients at an additional cost. The API is priced according to the scope of data required and the number of users. For more information, get in touch with your Preqin Account Manager or contacts us via info@preqin.com.
Did you know Preqin offers other flexible data delivery solutions?
If your daily operations include the use of third-party software, Preqin data is also available through our Preqin Anywhere solutions, including plugins for Excel and Salesforce, pre-built integrations for third-party partner solutions, and data marketplace integrations. Each of these saves you time and resources by seamlessly integrating Preqin data into your workflow and ecosystem.
For more information, contact your Preqin Account Manager or visit our website.