James Barra

James Barra

James is DayTrading.com’s Head of Content and has a background in financial services. 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.

James aims to help everyday investors find reliable, affordable platforms with trading conditions that match with user’s needs. He takes an analytical approach to evaluating online brokers, having reviewed over 200 trading platforms and investment apps, recorded more than 50,000 data points on brokerages, and placed hundreds of test trades over nearly 10 years.

James contributes to a number of websites in the investing niche and has been quoted in respected media outlets like Business Insider.

He has a degree in Law and a certificate in Business Accounting from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

You can reach James Barra on james.barra@daytrading.com.

Latest articles written by James

  1. TabTrade
    Broker Review (Mar 9, 2026)
    We tested this CFD broker’s pricing, platforms, safety credentials, and support to see if active traders should open an account or walk away.
  2. Short Selling Forex
    Article (Mar 9, 2026)
    We explain what short selling in the forex market is with examples. Our guide also covers popular forex shorting strategies, tips and supporting brokers.
  3. Best CFD Trading Platforms and Brokers in Canada
    Article (Mar 8, 2026)
    We've compared the best CFD brokers in Canada. Find out how to choose the right Canadian CFD trading platform for you.
  4. Plus500 Starts Offering Prediction Market Betting
    Blog Post (Mar 8, 2026)
    Plus500 rolls out prediction market trading for clients in the US through a partnership with Kalshi. Find out more here.
  5. Eightcap Adds TradeLocker To Platform Roster
    Blog Post (Mar 8, 2026)
    Eightcap has integrated the TradeLocker platform, making it the first well-regulated broker to offer the next-generation trading software.

Latest articles edited by James

  1. NordFX Trader Earns More Than Five Million USD In One Month
    Blog Post (Mar 10, 2026)
    A monthly report from NordFX showed a trader bagged an impressive 5.5 million USD in July 2021. Read on for details of their approach.
  2. There's A 1-In-4 Chance Of A Stock Market Crash In 2026: Here's Why
    Our current estimate puts the probability of a stock market crash in 2026 at 25–28%, where a crash is defined as a 20%+ decline.
  3. POLi
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    Payment Method (Mar 9, 2026)
    This review covers safety ratings, fees and a list of brokers that accept POLi. We evaluate the best brokers with POLi deposits.
  4. Day Trading in Australia
    Article (Mar 9, 2026)
    A guide to day trading in Australia for beginners. Understand the role of the ASIC and applicable trading taxes, plus explore a day trade.
  5. Best Brokers For Traders With No Time 2026
    Article (Mar 8, 2026)
    See our top-rated brokers and platforms built for busy investors. Our shortlist of brokers is designed for investors who want to be hands-off.

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