Agent skill

Industry Performance Snapshot

by OctagonAI in OctagonAI/skills

Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance using Octagon MCP.

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Install Industry Performance Snapshot

skills CLI
$ npx skills add OctagonAI/skills --skill industry-performance-snapshot -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install OctagonAI/skills industry-performance-snapshot --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/OctagonAI/skills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/skills/industry-performance-snapshot .claude/skills/industry-performance-snapshot && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
industry-performance-snapshot
GitHub stars
127
Token cost
~1.9k tokens
SKILL.md length
568 words
Files
5 (incl. references)
Skills in repo
53
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
MIT

At a glance

Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance using Octagon MCP.

  • Works in 4 steps: Identify Parameters → Execute Query via Octagon MCP → Expected Output → …
  • Analyzing daily price movements
  • SKILL.md covers Prerequisites, Workflow, Example Queries and Understanding Daily Performance, plus 6 more sections
  • Instructions only: no scripts, shell commands, URLs or credentials in SKILL.md

What it does

Industry Performance Snapshot is an agent skill from OctagonAI/skills. Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance using Octagon MCP. Use when analyzing daily price movements, average changes, and performance trends for specific industries within an exchange.

Its SKILL.md is about 1.9k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 5 other files, including reference files (for example `README.md`, `marketplace.json` and `references/interpreting-results.md`).

It works with Model Context Protocol. The repository describes itself as: A collection of Claude skills for agentic financial research by Octagon. The licence is MIT.

When your agent uses it

  • Analyzing daily price movements
  • Average changes
  • Performance trends for specific industries within an exchange

Example prompts

  • “/industry-performance-snapshot”

Workflow steps

4 steps, taken from the step headings in SKILL.md.

  1. Identify Parameters
  2. Execute Query via Octagon MCP
  3. Expected Output
  4. Interpret Results

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit 51e938c. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    No scripts in the folder and no shell commands in SKILL.md (its code samples are json).

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    No URLs in SKILL.md.

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Industry Performance Snapshot loads about 1.9k tokens when it runs, and up to ~4.3k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 56 tokens; SKILL.md has 568 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~56
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~1.9k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~4.3k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); files beside SKILL.md are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from OctagonAI/skills at commit 51e938c, republished under its MIT licence (© OctagonAI). 568 words, ~1,857 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/industry-performance-snapshot/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 4 other files; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
industry-performance-snapshot
description
Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance using Octagon MCP. Use when analyzing daily price movements, average changes, and performance trends for specific industries within an exchange.

Industry Performance Snapshot

Retrieve daily industry performance data by exchange using the Octagon MCP server.

Prerequisites

Ensure Octagon MCP is configured in your AI agent (Cursor, Claude Desktop, Windsurf, etc.). See references/mcp-setup.md for installation instructions.

Workflow

1. Identify Parameters

Determine your query parameters:

  • Date: Specific trading date
  • Exchange: NYSE, NASDAQ, etc.
  • Industry: Biotechnology, Semiconductors, Software, etc.
2. Execute Query via Octagon MCP

Use the octagon-agent tool with a natural language prompt:

Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance for <DATE>, filtered by exchange <EXCHANGE> and industry <INDUSTRY>.

MCP Call Format:

json
{
  "server": "octagon-mcp",
  "toolName": "octagon-agent",
  "arguments": {
    "prompt": "Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance for 2025-01-09, filtered by exchange NASDAQ and industry Biotechnology."
  }
}
3. Expected Output

The agent returns daily industry performance metrics:

MetricValue
IndustryBiotechnology
ExchangeNASDAQ
Date2025-01-09
Average Change+7.89%

Interpretation: Strong positive movement in biotechnology stocks on NASDAQ for the specified date.

Data Sources: octagon-stock-data-agent

4. Interpret Results

See references/interpreting-results.md for guidance on:

  • Evaluating daily performance magnitude
  • Comparing industry vs. market moves
  • Identifying sector rotation signals
  • Tracking momentum trends

Example Queries

Specific Industry and Date:

Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance for 2025-01-09, filtered by exchange NASDAQ and industry Biotechnology.

Technology Industry:

Get today's performance for the Semiconductor industry on NASDAQ.

Multiple Industries:

Compare daily performance of Software, Hardware, and Semiconductors on NASDAQ.

Historical Date:

What was the Biotechnology industry performance on the last FDA approval day?

Trend Analysis:

Show industry performance for Healthcare on NYSE over the past week.

Understanding Daily Performance

What Average Change Represents
AspectDescription
DefinitionAverage price change of stocks in industry
CalculationMean of individual stock returns
WeightingEqual or market-cap weighted
TimeframeSingle trading day
Performance Levels
ChangeInterpretation
>5%Exceptional (major catalyst)
2-5%Strong move
0.5-2%Moderate move
-0.5% to +0.5%Flat
-2 to -0.5%Moderate decline
<-5%Significant decline

Industry Categories

Technology Industries
IndustryTypical Volatility
BiotechnologyHigh (clinical trials, FDA)
SemiconductorsModerate-High (cyclical)
SoftwareModerate
IT ServicesLow-Moderate
HardwareModerate
Healthcare Industries
IndustryTypical Volatility
BiotechnologyHigh
PharmaceuticalsModerate
Medical DevicesLow-Moderate
Healthcare ServicesLow
Financial Industries
IndustryTypical Volatility
BanksModerate (rate-sensitive)
InsuranceLow-Moderate
Asset ManagementModerate
FintechModerate-High

Analyzing Performance

Context Matters
FactorConsideration
Market directionIndustry vs. S&P 500
Sector performanceIndustry vs. sector
Historical rangeNormal vs. unusual
Catalyst presenceNews-driven vs. rotation
Relative Performance
ComparisonInsight
Industry > MarketOutperforming
Industry = MarketIn-line
Industry < MarketUnderperforming
Alpha Calculation
Alpha = Industry Return - Market Return

Example:

  • Industry: +7.89%
  • Market: +0.5%
  • Alpha: +7.39% (significant outperformance)

Catalyst Analysis

Common Industry Catalysts
CatalystExpected Impact
FDA approvalBiotech +3-10%
Earnings seasonVaries
Rate decisionFinancials ±2-5%
Product launchTech +1-3%
Regulatory newsVaries
Show full SKILL.md (232 more words)Show less
Biotechnology Specifics
EventTypical Response
Phase 3 success+5-20%
FDA approval+5-15%
Clinical setback-5-30%
M&A announcement+10-50%

Momentum Analysis

Trend Signals
PatternInterpretation
Multiple up daysPositive momentum
Multiple down daysNegative momentum
ReversalPotential trend change
Range-boundConsolidation
Follow-Through
SignalReliability
High volume + strong moveStrong signal
Low volume + strong moveWeak signal
Continuation next dayTrend confirmation
Reversal next dayFalse move

Sector Rotation Signals

Industry Leadership
PatternMeaning
Cyclicals leadingRisk-on sentiment
Defensives leadingRisk-off sentiment
Growth leadingOptimistic outlook
Value leadingCautious approach
Rotation Indicators
ObservationInterpretation
Biotech surgingSpeculative appetite
Utilities leadingFlight to safety
Banks rallyingRate expectations
Tech selling offGrowth concerns

Exchange Considerations

NASDAQ Characteristics
FactorImpact
Tech-heavyMore volatile
Growth-orientedBigger moves
Biotech concentrationFDA-sensitive
NYSE Characteristics
FactorImpact
More diversifiedModerate volatility
Large-cap focusSteadier moves
Traditional industriesLess speculative

Common Use Cases

Daily Monitoring
How did Biotechnology perform today?
Catalyst Research
What was the industry reaction to the FDA announcement?
Sector Rotation
Which industries are leading the market today?
Historical Analysis
What was industry performance during last quarter's earnings season?
Momentum Tracking
Is the Semiconductor industry showing positive momentum this week?

Analysis Tips

  1. Compare to market: Industry move vs. S&P 500/NASDAQ.

  2. Check for catalysts: News explains unusual moves.

  3. Consider volatility: Biotech ±5% is normal, utilities ±5% is not.

  4. Track trends: One day is noise, multiple days is signal.

  5. Volume matters: High volume confirms moves.

  6. Look at breadth: How many stocks participated?

Integration with Other Skills

SkillCombined Use
sector-performance-snapshotBroader sector context
industry-pe-ratiosValuation with performance
stock-performanceIndividual stock details
stock-quoteCurrent prices

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Files

SKILL.md and 4 other files (references) in skills/industry-performance-snapshot of OctagonAI/skills.

  • SKILL.md
  • README.md
  • marketplace.json
  • references/interpreting-results.md
  • references/mcp-setup.md

Open the folder on GitHubat commit 51e938c

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Questions about Industry Performance Snapshot

What does Industry Performance Snapshot do?

Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance using Octagon MCP. Industry Performance Snapshot is an agent skill from OctagonAI/skills. Retrieve a daily overview of industry performance using Octagon MCP.

When should I use Industry Performance Snapshot?

Industry Performance Snapshot fits situations like: analyzing daily price movements; average changes; performance trends for specific industries within an exchange.

How do I install Industry Performance Snapshot in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add OctagonAI/skills --skill industry-performance-snapshot -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/industry-performance-snapshot in OctagonAI/skills) into .claude/skills/industry-performance-snapshot in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Industry Performance Snapshot in Codex?

Run `npx skills add OctagonAI/skills --skill industry-performance-snapshot -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/industry-performance-snapshot in OctagonAI/skills) into .agents/skills/industry-performance-snapshot in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Industry Performance Snapshot in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add OctagonAI/skills --skill industry-performance-snapshot -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/industry-performance-snapshot, .gemini/skills/industry-performance-snapshot, .github/skills/industry-performance-snapshot and .opencode/skills/industry-performance-snapshot in your project.

What does Industry Performance Snapshot need to run?

SKILL.md names no scripts, command-line tools or credentials: Industry Performance Snapshot is instructions for the agent only.

Does Industry Performance Snapshot access the network?

SKILL.md contains no URLs. Any network use would come from the scripts or tools the agent runs. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Industry Performance Snapshot safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. Review the folder before installing.

What licence does Industry Performance Snapshot use?

Industry Performance Snapshot is published under the MIT licence (the repository's licence). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Industry Performance Snapshot use?

About 1.9k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 7.4k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full. Its references folder adds about 2.4k tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

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Who maintains Industry Performance Snapshot?

OctagonAI (a GitHub organization) maintains it in OctagonAI/skills, which has 127 GitHub stars. The repository holds 53 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on June 5, 2026.

Source: OctagonAI/skills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.