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pdblp
Simple bridge between pandas and the Bloomberg Open API
What it is
A Python package that connects pandas to the Bloomberg Open API. It provides a simple interface for requesting Bloomberg data and returns the results as pandas DataFrames ready for analysis. Quant researchers and developers who work with Bloomberg data in Python are the target users. It needs a working Bloomberg terminal or API connection, so it is of no use without Bloomberg access.
At a glance
Research onlyOur rating, based on popularity, maintenance and how ready it is for real use.
| Best for | Professional quants |
|---|---|
| Used for | Data source, Data analysis |
| Markets | Multi-market |
| Stack | Python |
| Learning curve | Moderate learning curve |
| Practical value | Medium practical value |
| Cost | Free and open source |
| Hardware | No GPU needed |
| Maintenance | No commits in over six months |
GitHub stars, last 30 days
Daily snapshots since 2026-09-28 (up to 30 days): 0 over the period, now 257. Gaps mean no snapshot was taken that day.
A simple interface to integrate pandas and the Bloomberg Open API.
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