mcp-fredapi
FRED API integration for economic data access via MCP. mcp-fredapi is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by Jaldekoa. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 1 tool, including get_fred_series_observations, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under API/Integration and Finance/Trading.
What is this MCP
This MCP provides integration with the Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) API, enabling AI assistants to retrieve economic time series data through the Model Context Protocol.
How to use this MCP
Install via pip or uv, configure with a FRED API key, and integrate with Cursor IDE by adding the server configuration to mcp.json. Use the@mcp-fredapi:get_fred_series_observations command to fetch economic data.
What this MCP can be used for
This MCP enables AI-assisted economic analysis by providing access to key indicators like GDP, inflation rates, and other financial data from FRED, useful for financial research, trading analysis, and economic forecasting.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the mcp-fredapi MCP server?
mcp-fredapi is a Model Context Protocol server from Jaldekoa. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect mcp-fredapi to my AI client?
Add mcp-fredapi to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does mcp-fredapi provide?
mcp-fredapi provides 1 tool: get_fred_series_observations.
Is mcp-fredapi free to use?
mcp-fredapi is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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