Thurro – NowCast
Real-time insights into company performance
Get a 15-90 day head start on company performance with independent analysis and exceptional accuracy
Benefits
15 to 90 day head start
Get critical business intelligence immediately at the end of each period, giving you a significant advantage over waiting for official company reports.
Independent analysis
Our NowCast is built on publicly available information and operates independently from companies, ensuring unbiased insights for your investment decisions.
Exceptional accuracy
Approximately 70% of our NowCast outputs fall within +/-2% of actual results, making our predictions highly dependable for strategic planning.
Continuous learning
Our models continuously refine themselves through machine learning and human oversight, improving accuracy and reliability over time.
Key Features
Coverage
Metrics
Models
Learning
Coverage
Early estimates for company performance and economic indicators.
Metrics
Alternative data revealing real-world operating activity.
Models
Custom-built equations for sharper forecasting.
Learning
Continuously improving through machine and expert oversight.
Applications of NowCast
Company performance forecasting
Real-time estimates of company revenues and other key operational metrics.
Economic indicator tracking
Gain timely insights into crucial macroeconomic trends, such as food and beverage inflation. We are expanding to cover broader inflation and growth indicators. This enables the pinpointing of emerging performance trends weeks before official releases.
Market positioning
Understand how a company is performing relative to economic shifts and competitor movements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does NowCast differ from traditional forecasting?
Traditional forecasting relies on historical patterns and explicit assumptions about the future. NowCast, by contrast, continuously ingests real-time alternative data to give an immediate snapshot of company performance as it happens. Rather than predicting what might happen in the future, NowCast shows what is happening right now—before official reports are released.
What data sources does NowCast use?
NowCast uses a wide range of alternative data sources including satellite imagery, foot traffic, app download statistics, social media sentiment, website traffic patterns, pricing data, and more. We identify unique datasets that serve as leading indicators for each specific company’s performance, focusing on the metrics that drive financial results.
How frequently are NowCast estimates updated?
NowCast estimates are updated weekly for most companies, incorporating the latest alternative data signals. This ensures you always have the most current view of company performance, allowing you to adjust your strategies in real-time rather than waiting for quarterly reports.
How accurate are NowCast predictions?
NowCast has demonstrated exceptional accuracy, with approximately 70% of outputs falling within +/-2% of actual results when compared to official company reports. About 85% fall within +/-5%, and 95% within +/-10%. This accuracy continues to improve as our models learn and adapt with each reporting cycle.
Can I request NowCast coverage for specific companies?
Absolutely. While we’re rapidly expanding our coverage, we prioritize companies based on client demand. Enterprise clients can request custom NowCast development for specific companies or sectors, and our team will evaluate data availability and model feasibility for your requested entities.
How does NowCast integrate with my existing workflows?
NowCast integrates seamlessly with your existing investment process through our user-friendly dashboard, API access, and data export options. Enterprise clients can also receive customized integration solutions to embed NowCast data directly into proprietary systems and decision-making frameworks.