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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. Alternative Beta Strategies
    Blog Post (May 4, 2026)
    Learn more about alternative beta strategies and the components associated with each. The article includes examples of how they work.
  2. Business Cycle & Its Impact on Financial Markets
    Blog Post (May 4, 2026)
    Let´s explore the concept of the business cycle and its implications on financial markets. What are business cycles and why should we care?
  3. Treasury Term Premium Harvesting Strategies
    Blog Post (May 4, 2026)
    Why does a 10-year bond (usually) yield more than a 3-month bill? We look at the hidden term premium and how traders aim to capture it.
  4. Form 4797: Sales of Business Property (Everything to Know)
    Blog Post (May 4, 2026)
    Form 4797 is used to report the sale of business property in the U.S. Find out more in our article about IRS form 4797.
  5. What is the Section 179 Deduction?
    Blog Post (May 4, 2026)
    Section 179 of the US Internal Revenue Code allows businesses to deduct certain property expenses as an expense. Find out more here.

Latest articles edited by Dan

  1. Day Trading in the US
    Article (May 3, 2026)
    Get the lowdown on day trading in the US. Navigate regulations from the SEC and FINRA, understand taxes, and explore an example trade.
  2. 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.
  3. Alternatives To Cryptocurrency Trading
    Article (Apr 20, 2026)
    Find the best alternatives to trading cryptocurrency. The limitations of crypto exposed and suitable alternatives for traders.
  4. Alternatives To Bitcoin
    Article (Apr 1, 2026)
    The top alternatives to trading Bitcoin, from green altcoins to meme stocks. The best Bitcoin alternatives reviewed, with risks explained.
  5. After Hours Trading
    Article (Apr 1, 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.

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