Find an indicator
~2 credits / lookup (up to 4)Searches the economic data catalog to identify which indicator code best matches a metric described in plain language. Returns the code, full indicator name, topic, and a description so you can confirm it is the right series before fetching values.
Use when
You know the metric you want but not which code to query, or want to browse available series.
Not for
Fetching the actual values (use the indicator lookup once you have a code).
Cost
~2 credits / lookup (up to 4)
A keyword search returns a short list of candidate codes; a broad browse returns more.
Estimated; the actual charge depends on your input and is shown in the response.
What it accepts
Set these inside the intent when you run it.
The metric or concept to search for, described in plain words.
What you get back
The best-matching indicator code with its full name, topic, and a short description.
Run it
Run this sub-skill directly: pin it with operation and pass its inputs in the intent. (Omit operation and the Economic & Demographic Data skill will route from your intent instead.)
curl -X POST "https://skill.askfaro.com/skills/economic-data/run" \
-H "Authorization: Bearer $FARO_TOKEN" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{"intent":{"operation":"find_indicator","metric":"access to electricity"}}'Example requests
- ›What indicator code covers consumer price inflation?
- ›Which series tracks female labor force participation?
- ›What economic indicators are available for measuring poverty?