What data sources does ticker use?

ticker pulls real-time quotes from Yahoo Finance. No API key is required for basic usage.

Can I track both stocks and crypto in the same watchlist?

Yes. You can mix stock tickers and cryptocurrency symbols in a single configuration file or pass them as command-line arguments.

Does ticker support portfolio profit/loss tracking?

Yes. You can define cost basis and quantity in a .ticker.yaml config file, and ticker will display gain/loss per position alongside live prices.

ticker | CLI Trader

TL;DR: ticker is a terminal dashboard that displays live stock and crypto prices in a clean, continuously updating interface. It requires no API key and runs entirely from the command line.

ticker pulls real-time market data from Yahoo Finance and renders it as a scrollable, color-coded terminal dashboard. You configure your watchlist either through command-line arguments or a .ticker.yaml configuration file. The display includes current price, daily change, percentage change, and pre/post-market data when available. It supports both equity tickers and cryptocurrency pairs, making it useful for traders who watch multiple asset classes simultaneously.

Key features include portfolio tracking with cost basis and gain/loss calculations, configurable display columns, sorting options, and grouping by custom categories. The tool is written in Go, ships as a single binary, and starts instantly. It works well as an always-on terminal pane alongside other trading tools.

ticker is suited for traders and investors who want a persistent, low-overhead market dashboard without leaving the terminal. It works well for day-to-day watchlist monitoring but does not include charting, order execution, or historical analysis.