Bloomberg Professional

The Bloomberg Professional Service (also known as the Bloomberg Terminal) is a research tool for financial professionals as well as business academics who require in depth and timely access to current business and company news, and financial and economic data. Access to the Bloomberg Professional Service in the Library including the database subscription and hardware, is available thanks to the generosity of the Goodman School of Business, Brock University.

Bloomberg Terminal Overview
Bloomberg's overview of the terminal, its contents, and features.
Bloomberg Data Content
A detailed overview of the content available via a Bloomberg Terminal (aka the Bloomberg Professional service) including: corporate actions, ESG, fixed income, equities, derivatives, commodities, foreign exchange, news, and analytics.

Bloomberg for Education - Getting Started Guide for Students
A comprehensive overview of the Bloomberg Professional service which includes screen shots and descriptions of the Bloomberg Terminal, functions & securities, navigation, performing analysis, exporting data, and getting help.

Accessing Bloomberg at Brock University

Access is restricted to current Brock University students, faculty and staff. The Bloomberg Professional Service is available in the following locations at the Brock University campus in St. Catharines:

1. In the Goodman School of Business:

There are eight terminals located in GSB 278 off the Atrium.

2. In Gibson Library:

There are three Bloomberg terminals in the Library:
- Two Library computers: Around the corner from the Ask Us Desk. Look for the computer with the specialized Bloomberg keyboard.
- One Library laptop: sign out the Bloomberg Laptop at the Ask Us Desk for a four hour loan period. Overnight loan is also permitted.
  - Can be used with or without the special keyboard.
  - A strong wireless connection is required. If you have problems connecting to Bloomberg, check your wireless connection by connecting to the Brock University Wireless network