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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. Best Brokers For Arbitrage Trading and Strategies
    Article (Oct 1, 2026)
    Top brokers for arbitrage trading with a tutorial and strategies for day traders. Learn how different kinds of arbitrage works with examples.
  2. Trading Gurus: Skill, Luck, or Neither?
    Blog Post (Oct 1, 2026)
    Are trading gurus especially skilled or lucky? Or are they just sales people in a totally different business model? We take a look.
  3. How to Start a Successful Trading Career
    Blog Post (Sep 29, 2026)
    How do you begin a successful trading career? We take a look at the various elements. Would a trading career be suitable for you?
  4. What It Would Take for the Dollar to Collapse as a Reserve Currency
    Explore what it would take for the US dollar to lose reserve status, why collapse is unlikely, and how traders/investors can hedge.
  5. Gold, Silver & Platinum Have Their Own Places In A Portfolio
    Compare gold, silver, and platinum across demand drivers, economic risks, and portfolio performance. Plus how gold boosts returns and lowers drawdowns.

Latest articles edited by Dan

  1. After Hours Trading: Markets, Times and Top Brokers
    Article (Oct 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 best brokers.
  2. 24-Hour Trading: Top Brokers For Trading Around The Clock
    Article (Oct 1, 2026)
    Learn how 24-hour trading works, which markets stay open around the clock and the risks, strategies, and top brokers beginners need to start.
  3. Account Types In The US: Which One Should You Chose?
    Article (Oct 1, 2026)
    From pattern trading to 401k and Reg T, US traders have many account types to figure out. Find the best account for your trading needs.
  4. Best Brokers With Perpetual Futures in 2026
    Article (Sep 24, 2026)
    Uncover the top trading brokers and exchanges offering perps, with hands-on test results, ratings and side-by-side comparisons.
  5. Alternatives To Cryptocurrency Trading
    Article (Sep 22, 2026)
    Find the best alternatives to trading cryptocurrency. The limitations of crypto exposed and suitable alternatives for traders.

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