AI Agent + tool node

n8n

Connect an AI Agent node to HTTP Request, workflow or MCP Client tools without writing a full app.

Connect finance tools to n8n

1
Install the platform and required runtime
2
Create or choose a read-only finance tool
3
Add the configuration in the documented location
4
Restart, inspect available tools and run a test prompt

Starter configuration

AI Agent + tool node

1. Add an AI Agent node
2. Add an HTTP Request Tool or MCP Client Tool
3. Define the tool name, description and inputs
4. Store API keys in n8n credentials
5. Test with a read-only research prompt

Security rules

Start with read-only tools. Never expose brokerage execution, unrestricted file access or secrets to an untrusted server.

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