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Dan Buckley

Dan Buckley

Dan Buckley is a US-based investor and analyst with over 60,000 hours spent personally trading. He holds a degree in economics from Harvard University and has a background in mathematical finance.

Dan is currently the Chief Analyst at DayTrading.com. He oversees market research and delivers in-depth analysis on trading strategies, asset class dynamics, and macroeconomic trends.

His coverage spans equities, forex, commodities, derivatives, and fixed income – giving him a well-rounded, practical view of how markets behave and why.

Outside of work, Dan enjoys staying active and watching and following various sports, including baseball, football, and F1. Dan is also interested in strategy games, particularly poker and chess – enjoying the planning, problem-solving, and healthy competition.

Dan’s expert insights for DayTrading.com and views on the financial markets have been cited in numerous financial outlets, including:

You can reach Dan Buckley on dan.buckley@daytrading.com.

Latest articles written by Dan

  1. Order Types in Trading
    Blog Post (Jul 5, 2026)
    We look at the various order types in trading and their purposes. We explain an extensive list of order types, and answer common questions.
  2. The AI Mega-IPO Wave: Why Ordinary Investors May Lose Out
    OpenAI, Anthropic, and SpaceX IPOs put high-valued, speculative companies on a dangerous fast track into the portfolios of retail investors.
  3. Dunning-Kruger Effect in Trading & Finance
    Blog Post (Jul 1, 2026)
    The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias that can wipe out your trading account. Learn how to recognize and avoid it.
  4. Day Trading Facts & Statistics
    Blog Post (Jun 28, 2026)
    We look at a bunch of day trading facts and statistics gathered across various sources and generate some take-home points from them.
  5. Risk Parity Strategy Without Bonds - How It Can Be Done
    Blog Post (Jun 28, 2026)
    Can proper risk parity be achieved without bonds? We take a look at risks and potential rewards associated with no-bond portfolios.

Latest articles edited by Dan

  1. Best Brokers With Perpetual Futures in 2026
    Article (Jul 3, 2026)
    Uncover the top trading brokers and exchanges offering perps, with hands-on test results, ratings and side-by-side comparisons.
  2. Day Trading in the US
    Article (Jun 4, 2026)
    Get the lowdown on day trading in the US. Navigate regulations from the SEC and FINRA, understand taxes, and explore an example trade.
  3. After Hours Trading
    Article (May 20, 2026)
    Find out how to start after hours trading on leading stocks and assets. See our guide to after hours trading, from key times to brokers.
  4. Alternatives To Cryptocurrency Trading
    Article (May 20, 2026)
    Find the best alternatives to trading cryptocurrency. The limitations of crypto exposed and suitable alternatives for traders.
  5. 24-Hour Trading
    Article (May 3, 2026)
    Learn how 24-hour trading works, which markets stay open around the clock and the risks, strategies, and tips beginners need to start.

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