Refinitiv Data Library for Python

About the Access Layer

The Refinitiv Data Library for Python provides a set of simplified interfaces offering coders uniform access to the breadth and depth of financial data and services available on the Refinitiv Data Platform. The platform refers to the layer of data services providing streaming and non-streaming content, bulk content and even more, serving different client types from the simple desktop interface to the enterprise application.

This section covers the Access layer, which is the layer of functions and objects dedicated to Financial Coders (FinCoders). The Access layer is the easiest way to retrieve Refinitiv data, it provides simple interfaces allowing you to quickly prototype solutions in interactive environments. It is designed for quick experimentation with Refinitiv data and to meet the specific needs of financial coders.