Frequently asked questions

Getting started

Is 5AM Scoop free?

Yes, 5AM Scoop is a free stock market newsletter — 100% free. No credit card, no trial period, no hidden fees — ever. Just sign up with your email address and you're in.

How do I sign up?

Enter your email address on the homepage and click "Get My Free Briefing". We send you a magic link — no password needed. Click the link and your account is ready.

Do I need to create an account?

Your email address is all you need. We use a magic link to sign you in — no username, no password, no app to install.

The briefing

What do I get in each email?

Each weekday briefing has three parts: a short market editorial covering what moved overnight, the day's top financial story with context, and a personalized section with prices and AI-researched summaries for every stock on your watchlist.

Does the briefing cover macro events and global markets?

Yes. The market editorial covers global market context every morning — interest rate decisions, economic data releases, geopolitical developments, sector trends — and explains how these connect to what you're seeing in markets. The goal is to make sense of the bigger picture, not just report what moved.

When is the email sent?

Every weekday at 5 AM in your timezone. There is also an optional Saturday edition with a weekly market summary — you can opt in from the preferences page.

What languages is the briefing available in?

English and German. You can set your preferred language in the preferences page after signing up.

Can I read past briefings?

Briefings are delivered by email and are not currently archived on the website. We recommend saving emails you want to revisit.

Stock coverage

Which stocks and ETFs can I track?

Over 10,000 stocks and ETFs traded on Tradegate Exchange, including DAX, MDAX, and international securities from major global markets.

Does it work for German stocks (DAX, MDAX)?

Yes. DAX and MDAX stocks are fully supported, alongside ETFs and international securities. All price data comes from Tradegate Exchange.

How many stocks can I add?

You can add up to 15 securities to your watchlist. To add a new one once you've reached the limit, remove one first.

Can I change my watchlist after signing up?

Yes, at any time. Sign in to your dashboard, search for a stock or ETF, and add or remove it. Changes take effect in the next briefing.

Data and sources

Where does the price data come from?

Prices come from Tradegate Exchange MiFID II post-trade transparency data, licensed by Deutsche Börse AG. Data is delayed by at least 15 minutes from Tradegate post-trade publication and is for informational purposes only — not financial advice.

How current is the data?

Price data is delayed by at least 15 minutes from Tradegate post-trade publication. News summaries are compiled overnight and reflect events up to the time the briefing is generated.

Account and subscription

How do I unsubscribe?

Click the unsubscribe link in any email footer — one click, no confirmation form. You can also pause or manage your subscription from the preferences page.

Can I pause my subscription?

Yes. Go to the preferences page to pause your subscription. You won't receive emails while paused and can resume at any time.

How do I change the email language?

Sign in, go to the preferences page, and select English or German. Your next briefing will be delivered in the new language.

Privacy

Is my data secure?

Yes. We store only your email address and watchlist. We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties. See our Privacy Policy for full details.