canli-mcp: 306 Free Finance Tools for Claude and MCP Clients

Developer Arhan Canli has introduced canli-mcp, an open-source, MIT-licensed Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides access to 306 financial tools. Designed to run locally without requiring API keys for most functions, the server integrates seamlessly with Claude Desktop, Cursor, and other MCP-compatible clients. The toolset covers a wide range of financial data, including SEC filings, market prices, macroeconomic indicators, and quantitative analysis libraries. Canli-mcp distinguishes itself through high efficiency, requiring significantly fewer tokens for tool definitions compared to rivals like OpenBB or EdgarTools. The project emphasizes data transparency by providing source URLs and byte-level hashes for verification. Built with robustness in mind, the server includes automated testing for edge cases and input validation to ensure reliability. The project is available via npm and is fully documented on GitHub, offering a privacy-focused, self-hosted solution for developers and analysts looking to integrate complex financial data into their AI workflows.