# SEC EDGAR Companies MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> SEC EDGAR Companies — Ticker Lookup & Company Search lets you pull official regulatory data for any U.S. public company. It resolves stock tickers to CIK numbers, searches over 8,000 registered entities by name, and retrieves full profiles including SIC codes and exchange details. It's the direct line to SEC records without the manual digging.

## Overview
- **Category:** industry-titans
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_g8dMblFFyvEkOpaaHMt9CdX5kmLp9BcRxUiDaB2d/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** financial-reporting, public-company-data, ticker-lookup, corporate-governance, sec-filings, business-intelligence, xbrl, regulatory-data

## Description

SEC EDGAR Companies — Ticker Lookup & Company Search provides direct access to official U.S. public company records. It lets you resolve stock tickers to CIK numbers, search through over 8,000 registered entities by name, and pull full profiles including SIC codes and exchange details. It's the direct line to SEC records without the manual digging.

Imagine you're deep in a research project and need to verify the exact SIC code or the official CIK for a list of dozens of companies. Usually, that means opening a browser, navigating the SEC's EDGAR database, and copy-pasting data into a spreadsheet. This Connector changes that. You can just ask your agent to pull the data for you. It handles the heavy lifting of navigating the SEC's registry to find the right identifiers and profile details. When you're browsing the Vinkius catalog, this is the tool you grab when accuracy is non-negotiable. It connects your agent directly to the source of truth for U.S. public filings, making it easy to build company lists or audit registration details without leaving your workspace. You can quickly cross-reference tickers to find their unique CIK identifiers or look up a company by name when you only have a partial description. It turns a multi-step research task into a single request.

## Tools

### lookup_ticker
Converts a stock ticker like AAPL into its official SEC CIK number. It also provides the company name and ID.

### search_companies
Finds matching companies when you only have a name. It returns the CIK numbers for all relevant matches.

### get_company_info
Pulls the full SEC profile using a CIK or ticker. You get the SIC code, exchange, and filing history.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
Look up Apple on SEC EDGAR
```

**Response:** 
```
🏢 **SEC EDGAR: AAPL**

| Detail | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Company** | Apple Inc. |
| **CIK** | 0000320193 |
| **Ticker** | AAPL |
| **Exchange** | NASDAQ |
| **SIC** | 3571 (Electronic Computers) |
| **State** | CA |
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Search for companies with 'micro' in the name
```

**Response:** 
```
🔍 **Search Results: 'micro'**

Found matching SEC registrations:
- **Microsoft Corp** (CIK: 0000789019, Ticker: MSFT)
- **MicroStrategy Inc** (CIK: 0001050446, Ticker: MSTR)
- **Micron Technology Inc** (CIK: 0000723125, Ticker: MU)
```

**Prompt:** 
```
What's the SIC code for Tesla?
```

**Response:** 
```
🏢 **SEC EDGAR: Tesla, Inc.**

- **SIC Code:** 3711 (Motor Vehicles & Passenger Car Bodies)
- **Exchange:** NASDAQ
- **State:** TX
- **Fiscal Year End:** 1231
- **CIK:** 0001318605
```

## Capabilities

### Resolve tickers to CIKs
Convert stock tickers into the unique CIK numbers required for all official SEC queries.

### Find companies by name
Search the SEC registry to find matching companies when you don't have the ticker.

### Fetch full SEC profiles
Retrieve complete company data including SIC codes, exchanges, and filing history.

### Get SIC industry codes
Pull official industry classifications directly from the SEC registration data.

### Retrieve exchange details
Get specific information about the primary exchanges where a company is listed.

### Check filing history
Access the history of regulatory filings associated with a specific company profile.

## Use Cases

### Building a portfolio database
An analyst has a list of 100 tickers and needs their CIKs. They ask the agent to use `lookup_ticker` to fill the database.

### Verifying industry classifications
A researcher needs to know the official SIC code for a new acquisition. The agent uses `get_company_info` to pull the exact data.

### Finding companies by name
A user doesn't know the ticker for a large tech firm. The agent uses `search_companies` to find the correct CIK and name.

### Auditing registration details
A compliance officer needs to check the exchange and fiscal year for a list of entities. The agent pulls this via `get_company_info`.

## Benefits

- Stop manual searching by using `search_companies` to find CIKs for any company name instantly.
- Get accurate SIC codes with `get_company_info` to categorize industries correctly without guessing.
- Eliminate ticker ambiguity by using `lookup_ticker` to grab official identifiers for your list.
- Build reliable company datasets without copy-pasting from the SEC website into your spreadsheets.
- Verify exchange details and fiscal year ends directly from the source of truth for every company.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you get official SEC data for any U.S. public company instantly.

1. Provide a stock ticker or a company name to your agent.
2. The Connector queries the SEC EDGAR database to find the matching records.
3. You get back the CIK, SIC code, exchange, and other registration details.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Can I use SEC EDGAR Companies MCP for private companies?**
No, this Connector specifically accesses the SEC EDGAR database, which contains records for U.S. public companies only. For private companies, you would need to use a different data source.

**How does SEC EDGAR Companies MCP find CIK numbers?**
It allows your agent to resolve stock tickers or company names directly against the SEC registry to find the unique CIK identifier used for all official filings.

**Does SEC EDGAR Companies MCP work for international stocks?**
This Connector is designed for U.S. public companies. It won't return data for international stocks unless they are registered on U.S. exchanges.

**Can I get SIC codes with SEC EDGAR Companies MCP?**
Yes, you can pull the official SIC industry codes directly from the company's SEC profile, making it easy to categorize companies accurately.

**Is SEC EDGAR Companies MCP free to use?**
Yes, this Connector provides zero-auth access to the SEC registry, so you can start pulling company data immediately without setting up complex credentials.

**How many companies can I search with SEC EDGAR Companies MCP?**
You can search the entire SEC registry, which includes over 8,000 registered companies, to find identifiers or full registration profiles.

**What is a CIK number?**
CIK (Central Index Key) is the SEC's unique identifier for every entity that files with the commission. It's a 10-digit number (zero-padded) used to access all filings, financial data, and company information on EDGAR.

**Are foreign companies included?**
Yes, any company that issues securities to the U.S. public and is required to report to the SEC (including Foreign Private Issuers) will be listed in EDGAR and have a CIK.

**Do I need an API key for SEC lookup?**
No, all data is accessed openly via SEC EDGAR endpoints. We only use a custom User-Agent to comply with their fairness policies.