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Overview

The get_securities tool resolves one or more exact security identifiers to issuer/company records from the Bigdata.com Knowledge Graph. This tool is designed for precise identifier resolution when you already have a CUSIP, ISIN, SEDOL, or exchange listing code. The tool automatically infers identifier type based on format:
  • Length 12 → ISIN
  • Length 9 → CUSIP
  • Length 7 → SEDOL
  • Contains ”:” → LISTING (e.g., XNAS:AAPL)
Use this tool when you have exact identifiers and need to resolve them to security records. For fuzzy name or theme searches, use find_securities instead.
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Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescription
market_identifiersstring[] (1-50 items)YesArray of exact identifiers. Type is auto-inferred: length 12 = ISIN, length 9 = CUSIP, length 7 = SEDOL, contains ”:” = LISTING (e.g., XNAS:AAPL). Mixed identifier types in one request are supported.

Response

Returns a JSON object with:
  • results: Map of each requested identifier → resolved object (or null if unknown/malformed)
    • Each resolved entry includes security_type: COMPANY, ETF, or BOND
    • Includes RavenPack entity ID (id) and security metadata
  • metadata: request_id and timestamp
Error Handling: Malformed identifiers are skipped with an explanatory message. Well-formed identifiers are still resolved even if others in the batch are malformed.

Usage Monitoring

The tool get_securities does not consume any quota.

Key Differences from find_securities

Featureget_securitiesfind_securities
PurposeResolve multiple securities to their Knowledge Graph IDsIdentify one Knowledge Graph ID based on a Fuzzy/name/theme search
InputExact ISIN, CUSIP, SEDOL, or listing codeName, ticker, theme, or partial identifier
Use WhenYou already have precise identifiersYou need to search for securities
Batch Support1-50 identifiers per requestRetrieve the top 5 matches for a given focused search token
Auto-inferenceIdentifier type inferred from formatSearches across all identifier types