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Gloomberb (gloom.sh)

446 points by rbanffy · 13 days ago · 230 comments on HN

Article summary

Gloomberb is an open-source finance terminal that provides a command-bar driven interface for accessing financial data, news, and research. It offers features such as quotes, charts, financials, and portfolio management. The terminal is available as a desktop app or TUI. Gloomberb's data sources and latency are not fully specified, but it appears to use Yahoo and SEC filings for some data.

Main themes

  • Open-source finance terminal
  • Financial data and research
  • Command-bar interface
  • Data sources and latency
  • Competition with Bloomberg
  • User experience and website issues

What commenters say

  • The website's poor design and functionality may deter users from trying the terminal, despite its potential features and open-source nature.
  • The terminal's data sources and latency are unclear, which may be a concern for users who require reliable and up-to-date financial information.
  • Gloomberb's attempt to compete with Bloomberg is unlikely to succeed due to the latter's established network effect and high-quality data sources.
  • The terminal's open-source nature allows users to contribute to its development and fix issues, rather than simply complaining about them.
  • The importance of a chat function in financial terminals should not be underestimated, as it can facilitate trades and provide a valuable network effect.
  • Gloomberb may be more suitable for retail investors rather than professional users, and could potentially compete with platforms like TradingView.
  • The quality of a product's website and user experience can be a major factor in determining its overall value and usability.
  • Contributing to an open-source project can be a valuable way to improve it, but it requires a significant investment of time and effort.