> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.tickertrends.io/tickertrends/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.tickertrends.io/tickertrends/documentation-v2/readme.md).

# 1. Introduction

## TickerTrends for investment research

TickerTrends is an alternative data platform for investors. It brings KPI tracking, financial context, and consumer demand signals into one investment research platform.

Use search, web, app, social, commerce, and developer signals to investigate a company or theme. These signals can support research during unreported periods and alongside company disclosures.

### Who it is for

TickerTrends supports investors, analysts, research teams, and business users. Use it to monitor directional changes, investigate hypotheses, and organize research workflows.

### Product tiers

#### TickerTrends Core

TickerTrends Core supports self-directed trend discovery and company research. It includes a broad ticker reference universe and selected alternative-data tools.

#### KPI Tracking Suite

KPI Tracking Suite supports deeper KPI research, trackers, alerts, and eligible delivery options. Availability depends on an organization’s plan and entitlements.

See [5. Pricing & Tiers](/tickertrends/documentation-v2/5.-pricing-and-tiers.md) for plan details. Explore [6. TickerTrends API & MCP Offerings](/tickertrends/documentation-v2/6.-access-and-data-delivery.md) for integrations.

### Using signals responsibly

TickerTrends provides research signals, not investment advice. A signal may be observed, estimated, delayed, incomplete, or revised.

Signals do not guarantee financial, operating, or investment outcomes. Evaluate them with other research and your own judgment.