Bloomberg data API

BLP1, operating on port 8194, is a service used by Bloomberg Terminal to deliver real-time financial data and analytics. This service is essential for financial professionals who rely on accurate and timely market information. The Bloomberg Terminal is a widely used tool in the finance industry for trading, analysis, and communication.

What is Bloomberg data API

BLP1, associated with port 8194, is a critical service used by the Bloomberg Terminal, a comprehensive platform for financial professionals. The Bloomberg Terminal provides real-time market data, news, and analytics, which are essential for making informed trading and investment decisions. BLP1 facilitates the communication between the Bloomberg Terminal and Bloomberg's data centers, ensuring that users receive up-to-date information.

The Bloomberg Terminal has been a cornerstone of the financial industry since its introduction in the early 1980s. It revolutionized the way financial data is accessed and analyzed, offering a wide range of tools for traders, analysts, and portfolio managers. The terminal's ability to provide real-time data and powerful analytics has made it an indispensable tool in the finance sector.

BLP1's role in delivering this data cannot be overstated. By ensuring a reliable and secure connection to Bloomberg's vast data resources, BLP1 helps financial professionals stay ahead of market trends and make informed decisions. The service's reliability and speed are crucial for the high-stakes environment of financial trading and analysis.

Bloomberg data API runs on TCP and UDP port 8194 and is official IANA port.

Security risk

If port 8194 is open and the BLP1 service is running, it could be a target for cyber-attacks aiming to intercept sensitive financial data. Unauthorized access to this port could lead to data breaches, financial loss, and compromised trading strategies. It is crucial to secure this port with appropriate firewall rules and monitoring to mitigate potential risks.

In our UFW tutorial you can follow instructions how you can configure UFW to close port 8194. Use StackChanges to monitor if the Bloomberg data API port is closed and stays closed. StackChanges will send an alert if port 8194 is open again.