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SEC Data

Access financial filings and market data from the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Updated over 3 months ago

Overview

The SEC Data node enables you to query and retrieve financial data from the Securities and Exchange Commission's databases. This node provides access to various SEC data sources including company filings, financial statements, market data, and regulatory information, allowing you to conduct financial research, analyze market trends, and gather information on specific companies or securities.

Input Configuration

Model Selection

Choose the appropriate data model for your query:

Available Models: Select from various SEC data endpoints including:

  • sec-query: General SEC database queries

  • sec-adv-brochure-api: Investment adviser brochure data

  • sec-adv-direct-owners: Direct ownership information

  • sec-adv-financial-industry-affiliations: Financial industry affiliation data

  • sec-adv-firm-search: Investment adviser firm search

  • sec-adv-individual-registered-adviser: Individual adviser registration data

  • sec-adv-private-funds: Private fund information

  • sec-cik: Central Index Key lookups

  • sec-company-name: Company name searches

  • sec-cusip: CUSIP identifier searches

  • sec-extractor: Data extraction utilities

  • sec-form-d: Form D filing data

  • sec-full-text-search: Full-text search across SEC documents

  • sec-indirect-owners: Indirect ownership information

  • sec-ticker: Ticker symbol searches

  • sec-trading: Trading and transaction data

Selection Method: Use the dropdown to choose the model that matches your data requirements

Data Focus: Each model provides access to different types of SEC information and filing data

Query Configuration

Query Input: Enter the specific search criteria or company identifier

Input Method: Type company names, ticker symbols, CIK numbers, or other relevant identifiers

Search Scope: Query format depends on selected model and data type

Connection Point: Can receive query parameters from other flow nodes

Examples: Company names, stock tickers, filing types, or specific search terms

Result Parameters

From Field: Specify the starting position for query results

Purpose: Define where in the result set to begin returning data

Pagination: Use for paginating through large result sets

Default Value: Typically starts at 0 or 1 depending on the data source

Size Field: Specify the number of results to return

Purpose: Control the volume of data returned from the query

Limit Setting: Set appropriate limits based on processing needs and data volume

Performance: Smaller result sets process faster and consume fewer resources

Output Configuration

SEC Data Results

Data Output: Displays retrieved SEC information in the Output section

Data Format: Results formatted according to the selected model and query type

Structured Data: Information typically returned in JSON or structured format

Connection Point: Retrieved data can feed into analysis, reporting, or processing nodes

Data Types

Filing Information: Access to various SEC filings including 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements

Company Data: Basic company information, registration details, and corporate structure

Financial Data: Financial statements, ratios, and performance metrics

Ownership Data: Institutional holdings, insider transactions, and ownership changes

Market Data: Trading information, price data, and market activity

Execution Control

Run Prompt Button

Location: Top-right corner of the interface

Function: Initiates the SEC data query based on configured parameters

Processing: Retrieves data from SEC databases according to your specifications

Results Display: Query results appear in the output area upon completion

Best Practices

Query Optimization

Identifier Accuracy: Use correct company identifiers, ticker symbols, or CIK numbers

Model Selection: Choose appropriate models based on the type of data you need

Result Sizing: Set reasonable result limits to balance completeness with performance

Search Terms: Use specific search terms for more targeted and relevant results

Data Analysis

Data Validation: Verify retrieved data accuracy and completeness

Time Sensitivity: Consider filing dates and data freshness for analysis

Comparative Analysis: Use consistent time periods and metrics for company comparisons

Regulatory Context: Understand SEC filing requirements and data limitations

Performance Considerations

Query Complexity: Simple queries typically execute faster than complex searches

Result Volume: Large result sets may require pagination and longer processing times

Rate Limiting: Be mindful of API rate limits and query frequency

Data Caching: Consider caching frequently accessed data for improved performance

Integration Considerations

Flow Architecture

Data Pipeline: Use SEC data as input for financial analysis, screening, or reporting workflows

Multi-Query Analysis: Chain multiple SEC queries for comprehensive company research

Data Processing: Connect SEC data to analysis nodes for ratio calculations, trend analysis, or comparisons

Automated Monitoring: Set up regular queries for tracking company filings or market changes

Financial Analysis Applications

Fundamental Analysis: Access financial statements and ratios for investment analysis

Compliance Monitoring: Track regulatory filings and compliance status

Risk Assessment: Analyze company disclosures and risk factors

Market Research: Study industry trends and competitive positioning

Due Diligence: Gather comprehensive company information for investment decisions

Use Cases

Investment Research: Analyze company financials, performance trends, and risk factors

Compliance Tracking: Monitor regulatory filings and disclosure requirements

Market Analysis: Study sector trends, competitive landscapes, and market conditions

Academic Research: Access historical financial data for academic studies and analysis

Regulatory Reporting: Gather data for regulatory compliance and reporting requirements

Portfolio Management: Monitor holdings, track performance, and assess risk exposure

The SEC Data node provides comprehensive access to regulatory financial information, enabling sophisticated financial analysis, compliance monitoring, and investment research workflows with direct access to official SEC databases and filings.

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