Overview
What is Alpha Vantage?
Alpha Vantage is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that integrates with Alpha Vantage's financial data API, providing real-time stock market data, cryptocurrency prices, forex rates, and technical indicators.
How to use Alpha Vantage?
To use Alpha Vantage, clone the repository, install dependencies, build the server, and configure it with your API key in the MCP settings file.
Key features of Alpha Vantage?
- Real-time stock quotes and historical price data from global markets.
- Real-time cryptocurrency prices and exchange rates.
- Live foreign exchange rates and currency pair conversions.
- Advanced technical indicators and trading signals.
Use cases of Alpha Vantage?
- Fetching real-time stock prices for analysis.
- Monitoring cryptocurrency market trends.
- Performing technical analysis for trading strategies.
FAQ from Alpha Vantage?
- How many API calls can I make?
The free tier allows 25 API calls per day.
- What markets does Alpha Vantage support?
It supports US stock markets, global cryptocurrency markets, and foreign exchange markets.
- Do I need an API key?
Yes, you need to sign up for an API key at Alpha Vantage.
Server Config
{
"mcpServers": {
"alpha-vantage": {
"command": "node",
"args": [
"path/to/alpha-vantage-server/build/index.js"
],
"env": {
"ALPHA_VANTAGE_API_KEY": "your-api-key-here"
},
"disabled": false,
"alwaysAllow": []
}
}
}