James Barra
Head of Content and Media Lead
James is an active investor and financial services professional. He was formerly a management consultant in the banking and capital markets sector, where he worked with some of the UK and Europe’s largest banks.
Nowadays, James aims to help everyday investors find reliable, affordable platforms with trading conditions that match their needs. He works across a number of websites in the investing niche, has shared his expertise on US and UK television like KSL, has been quoted in respected outlets like Business Insider, and been a guest on finance podcasts like Money Life With Chuck Jaffe.
He has a degree in Law and a qualification in Business Accounting from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
Outside of work, James enjoys spending time with his young family and taking part in what he describes as “semi-active” sports, most notably padel, golf, and snooker.
In his personal portfolio, James is invested in US, UK and global index funds, has holdings in precious metals including gold, and thematic ETFs focused on areas including robotics and AI. He also owns shares in a number of individual US- and UK-listed companies, including firms in financial services, information technology and consumer discretionary. Additionally, he has invested in US and UK bonds (gilts). A small percentage of his portfolio is allocated to well-known cryptocurrencies.
Role At DayTrading.com
James is DayTrading.com’s Head of Content and Media Lead. He oversees the majority of content on DayTrading.com – working with its various contributors to plan, deliver and maintain educational guides, broker reviews, and market analysis. His aim is to ensure readers get well-researched, accurate, balanced, and up to date information.
James also manages many of DayTrading.com’s proprietary resources, including its financial regulator directory, AI stock league, and broker testing methodology
Alongside content, James is the point of contact for media enquiries and has worked with top-tier financial outlets in the US, UK, Europe and globally to connect DayTrading.com’s expert insights and data reports with relevant audiences.
You can reach James Barra at james.barra@daytrading.com.
Latest articles written by James
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Best Regulated Brokers 2026
We evaluate, compare and rate the top regulated brokers for 2026. Find out why you should only trade with regulated trading platforms.
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Brokers With the Fewest Losing Traders in 2026
In the EU, brokers have to disclose this percentage, and we list the CFD providers with the fewest losing traders.
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TabTrade Review
We tested this CFD broker’s pricing, platforms, safety credentials, and support to see if active traders should open an account or walk away.
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Best ECN Brokers In 2026
Discover the top ECN forex brokers offering fast execution, tight spreads, and high transparency based on our latest hands-on tests.
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Data Resources For Journalists
Explore DayTrading.com's proprietary data and studies into the most relevant topics spanning trading and finance, featuring expert comments.
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Best STP Brokers in 2026
We review and list the best STP brokers. We also look at the differences between true STP and other types of broker execution styles.
Latest articles edited by James
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CMC Markets Review
CMC Markets review based on first-hand experience. Learn about the platform, pricing and overall user satisfaction from a real trader.
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Pepperstone Review
Read our Pepperstone review to discover the real pros, hidden drawbacks, and whether this broker is a smart choice for day traders right now.
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XM Review
XM broker review by active and experienced traders, featuring robust testing with pros & cons and safety insights. Discover the real XM.
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Vantage Review
Thinking about trading with Vantage? See our verdict, the standout features, the drawbacks, and what to check before opening an account.
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XTB Review
Comprehensive XTB review by real traders. Assessing its advantages and disadvantages using direct tests, comparisons and ratings.
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GO Markets Review
Based on our hands-on testing, this GO Markets review reveals the platform’s key strengths and weaknesses for day traders.
