Historical Dow Jones API

The FMP Historical Dow Jones API offers detailed records of changes to the Dow Jones Industrial Average, one of the most widely recognized stock indexes in the world. This API allows users to access information on companies added or removed from the index, along with reasons for those changes. It’s an invaluable tool for anyone conducting historical analysis of this major market indicator. Key features include:

• Company Additions & Removals: Access detailed data on which companies were added or removed from the Dow Jones index, including relevant dates.
• Reasons for Changes: Understand why companies were added or removed, such as market capitalization shifts or industry reclassifications.
• Historical Composition: Analyze how the makeup of the Dow Jones has changed over time and how these changes have impacted the overall index.
• Detailed Company Data: Retrieve information on specific companies, including their symbols, names, and the date they were added or removed from the index.

This API is ideal for investors, market analysts, and researchers who want to explore historical changes in the Dow Jones and understand the factors driving those changes.

Example Use Case
A market researcher uses the Historical Dow Jones API to study how the index has evolved over the past decade. By examining changes like the inclusion of Amazon (AMZN) and the removal of Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) in 2024, the researcher can better understand how shifts in market capitalization and industry performance have influenced the Dow Jones over time.