CapitalIQ vs ValueEQ: the modern alternative to traditional databases

Published as of
Aug 20, 2025
Written by
Brice Palayer
Reading time
4 minutes
Category
Business cases

CapitalIQ has long been a benchmark for access to financial data. But its high cost and sometimes outdated interface are prompting more and more professionals to look for alternatives. ValueEQ, developed by Olifin, is positioned as a new generation of platform, more intuitive, affordable and integrated.

  • Global database: CapitalIQ covers the world's major financial centers. ValueEQ also offers international coverage (70+ stock exchanges, 120+ countries) with verified data, but integrated with an AI engine.
  • User experience: CapitalIQ remains very comprehensive but not very flexible. ValueEQ adopts a more fluid approach, with a natural language search (NLP) enabling comparables to be found in French, English or any other language.
  • Cost and accessibility: CapitalIQ can cost tens of thousands of euros a year. ValueEQ offers a no-obligation subscription, 10x cheaper, suitable for PE funds, consultancies and SMEs.
  • Advanced features: CapitalIQ focuses on raw data. ValueEQ integrates AI to generate insights, build valuation models and automate reporting..
  • CapitalIQ remains a giant, but for many users, ValueEQ represents a more agile, modern and cost-effective alternative. It's proof that an AI-native approach can make a real difference to financial valuation.

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