Where do I find my Datastream code?
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Search by Market Category. To find the mnemonics, click the Find Series button to open Datastream Navigator. Click the Choose a single category link to view the list of category options and all available codes in categories such as Commodities, Equitites or Interest Rates.
How do I access Datastream from Eikon?
Accessing Datastream via Eikon
- You must sign into Eikon first with an Eikon ID.
- After the Eikon Excel add-in is connected, close Excel and open it again. This will register the Datastream Excel add-in.
- Sign into Eikon again, then the Datastream add-in should work.
How do you check data on Datastream?

- Click on the ‘Datatypes’ button. The Datastream Navigator will load.
- Make sure the’Equities’ category is selected at the top-left.
- Type ‘price’ in search box and click ‘Search’.
- Click on the datatype name to get a preview at the side.
- Click on the blue ‘P’ (this is the ‘Symbol’ for Price Adjusted) to select it.
How do I create a list in Datastream?
Creating a list can be done using the ‘List Wizard’ and Datastream Navigator, or by selecting a list of identifiers (DS codes, mnemonics, ISIN codes, SEDOL codes, CUSIP codes) in Excel and using ‘Tools > Create List From Range’. By default, a list is stored as a local list on the PC that you are using.
How do I add Datastream to Excel?
In the ‘Options’ group, click the ‘Add-Ons’ button. In the ‘Add-Ons’ dialog box, on the row labelled ‘DATASTREAM’ click the ‘Enable’ button. The button label will change to ‘Installing…’ for a few seconds then ‘Restart Required’. Close the dialog, close Excel and restart Excel.

Is Datastream part of Eikon?
Datastream is now part of the financial database Eikon.
Is Datastream the same as Eikon?
Eikon is a financial markets database that provides access to information relevant for macro analysis, asset allocation strategy and sector research. Eikon is powered by Datastream, one of the most comprehensive economic databases, which combines company and cross asset market data.
How do I find Datastream in Excel?
How do I get data from ESG Datastream?
How to find the ESG Data in Datastream by using Eikon templates: Open Datastream in Excel the usual way. Click on the Datastream ribbon tab, go to the Utilities group and click Templates. You now have access to the Eikon Template Library: Choose Categories > Env & Social Governance.