How to get the exchange rate with Python Eikon API

I am trying to extract the exchange rate using the cusips with ek.get funtion, is this possible?

Best Answer

  • Hi @gabriel.esquivel01

    You can use RIC code to get BID and ASK data.

    On Eikon Desktop, please F4 to open a Quote app and input FX= to open a list of FX RICs.

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    On Python code, you can follow this sample to retrieve the information:

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    You can add or remove any fields or RIC.