catalyst-identification

Catalyst Identification Workflow

OBJECTIVE: Find events that could significantly move the stock price.

Step 1: Search for Upcoming Events

• Use get_news_sentiment with keywords like "earnings", "conference", "announcement"
• Check for scheduled events in the news

Step 2: Identify Recent Catalysts

• Look at news that coincided with significant price moves
• What drove the most recent rally or selloff?

Step 3: Categorize Catalysts

• EARNINGS: Quarterly reports (high impact)
• PRODUCT: Launches, updates, delays
• MANAGEMENT: CEO changes, departures
• REGULATORY: FDA approvals, investigations
• MACRO: Industry-wide events affecting sector
• M&A: Acquisition rumors, deals

Step 4: Assess Impact Potential

For each catalyst, rate:

• HIGH IMPACT: Could move stock 5%+
• MEDIUM IMPACT: Could move stock 2-5%
• LOW IMPACT: Minor or already priced in

Output Format

UPCOMING CATALYSTS:

1. [Event] - [Date if known] - [Expected Impact]
2. [Event] - [Date if known] - [Expected Impact]

RECENT CATALYSTS:

1. [Event] - [What happened] - [Actual Impact]

CATALYST WATCH: [Key event to monitor]