James Barra

James Barra

James is an experienced investment writer with 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 the best trading conditions. He takes an analytical approach to evaluating brokers, having reviewed over 100 trading platforms and investment apps.

James contributes to a number of websites in the investing niche and has been quoted in respected news 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. Woxa
    Broker Review (Nov 1, 2025)
    I reveal my key findings after trading with Woxa. I evaluate the broker's accounts, fees, platforms, regulatory status & more. Get the truth.
  2. DayTrading.com Featured in the Media
    Article (Oct 27, 2025)
    Discover the latest media coverage featuring DayTrading.com’s expert insights, market analysis, and commentary from our experienced team.
  3. Brokers With The Best Risk Management Tools 2025
    Article (Oct 16, 2025)
    Brokers with risk management tools help traders minimise the impact of market losses. Read on for more information and tips.
  4. Best Day Trading Brokers For Beginners 2025
    Article (Oct 8, 2025)
    Find out which brokers and trading platforms emerged as best for beginners following our hands-on tests and in-depth analysis.
  5. Best CFD Trading Platforms and Brokers in the Netherlands 2025
    Article (Oct 8, 2025)
    Dive into the Dutch trading scene with our selection of the best CFD brokers and platforms tailored for traders in the Netherlands.

Latest articles edited by James

  1. U.S. Stocks: Great Expectations, Even Greater Valuations
    Blog Post (Nov 4, 2025)
    Dig into our data-led snapshot that reveals how stretched the U.S. stock markets looks compared to the rest of the world.
  2. easyMarkets
    Broker Review (Nov 3, 2025)
    easyMarkets review, updated for [year]. Expert analysis of the trading accounts, platforms and fees with personal testing insights revealed.
  3. Tickmill
    Broker Review (Nov 3, 2025)
    Dig into our in-depth review of Tickmill, analyzing every important area for active traders. Insights from our expert testing panel included.
  4. AZAforex
    Broker Review (Oct 31, 2025)
    Read our in-depth AZAforex review, based on hands-on testing, to uncover its features and performance. Is this broker really safe?
  5. Deriv
    Broker Review (Oct 31, 2025)
    Explore our expert Deriv review for its pros, cons and standout features. See if it’s the right fit for your CFD and options trading needs.

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