Transcript Search: Harnessing the Power of Words

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Published 25 Sep 2023
Reviewed by: Kasper Karlsson
Updated 31 May 2024

Successful investment decisions rely on speed, accuracy, and confidence. That's why the ability to search through company events for any specific keyword is a game-changer. With Quartr's transcript search function, users can discover when something was mentioned and by whom, seamlessly switch between text and audio, and ensure if any topic of interest has been discussed.

More Than Just Numbers

While numbers certainly matter, words carry significant weight too. Earnings calls, capital market days, and investor conferences are key sources of information where corporate executives often provide valuable insights into future outlooks, challenges, and strategic decisions.

In these forums, a CEO might hint at a forthcoming acquisition or a CFO might express caution over potential regulatory changes. These verbal cues can offer forward-looking insights, often setting the stage for how a company might perform in the future.

The Competitive Edge: Speed, Accuracy, and Confidence

For investors, financial analysts, and journalists, being the first to understand these nuggets of information can be the difference between seizing an opportunity and missing the boat. Here's where the trio of speed, accuracy, and confidence comes into play:

  • Speed: Financial markets move fast. Having the ability to swiftly search through any company event for specific keywords ensures you remain ahead of the curve.

  • Accuracy: Financial analysts, investors, and journalists have a critical responsibility to stay informed and up-to-date on relevant events and developments. However, the overwhelming volume of information can lead to a fear of missing something crucial. Knowing exactly when and by whom something was mentioned can provide crucial context.

  • Confidence: Investing is as much about psychology as it is about analysis. With the ability to search for any keyword in an event and effortlessly switch between text and audio, you can ensure that you've captured the true essence of a statement, boosting your confidence in making informed decisions.

Real-Life Applications

Quartr empower professionals to seamlessly search through company events. Imagine the advantage of being able to:

  • Discover how company executives discuss their capital allocation, strategies, and competitive advantages.

  • Determine the trustworthiness of executives by examining what they said about specific topics in previous earnings calls.

  • Find out how companies resonate with their stock-based compensation and dilution.

Such capabilities can be a game-changer. They not only save time but also ensure that no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of valuable insights.

In Conclusion

In the vast world of investment decision-making, where every edge counts, the significance of words cannot be understated. As the famous saying goes, "It's not just what you know, but how quickly and accurately you know it." Quartr Pro, and Mobile app, allows rapid and precise extraction of insights from corporate events, investors, financial analysts, and journalists are better equipped than ever to harness the power of words, complementing their quantitative analyses and driving successful investment decisions.


Why are finance professionals around the world choosing Quartr Pro?

With a broad global customer base spanning from equity analysts, portfolio managers, to IR departments, the reasons naturally vary, but here are four that we often hear:

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