How did Bloomberg keep such a high share of his company?
What does Bloomberg Terminal do?
The Bloomberg Terminal delivers unparalleled coverage of markets and securities with information across asset classes — from fixed income to equities, to foreign exchange, commodities and derivatives — integrated in one place and delivered in real time to your desktop or mobile device.
Is Bloomberg Terminal worth it?
Bloomberg is one of the best software companies in history, and it may be the single best service I’ve ever used — the user interface on the Bloomberg Terminal isn’t great, but the customer service is incredible. If it breaks or doesn’t do something you need, the company is willing to fix it or build it.
Who owns Bloomberg Terminal?
Bloomberg Terminal
| A Bloomberg Terminal on display at Bloomberg L.P. | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Bloomberg L.P. |
| Initial release | December 1982 |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows Other systems (using Citrix Receiver) |
| Type | Electronic trading Financial software |
Is Bloomberg Terminal outdated?
It has special hardware that is clunky and outdated (and is very glitchy on macs) It has bad UX, despite many efforts to improve the look and feel. It charges users a hefty fee when most people expect free information and open source big data.
Why is Bloomberg Terminal so popular?
The Bloomberg Terminal is not just a financial data system. It’s also a social networking, shopping, and dining platform. Its biggest selling point is that it is an all-in-one service delivered with unbelievable speed and accuracy. No wonder those who use the Terminal cannot get enough of it.