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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. Best Online Trading Communities
    Article (Mar 11, 2026)
    Trading communities are a place for active traders to share ideas and tips and we list top channels, chat rooms and forums.
  2. Account Types In The US
    Article (Mar 11, 2026)
    From pattern trading to 401k and Reg T, US traders have many account types to figure out. How to pick the best account for you? Find out.
  3. Best Forex Trading Platforms In The US 2026
    Article (Mar 11, 2026)
    Top US forex brokers listed with ratings, comparisons, plus pros and cons evaluated side-by-side. Insights from industry experts included.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.

Latest articles edited by James

  1. Pepperstone
    Broker Review (Mar 13, 2026)
    Read our Pepperstone review to discover the real pros, hidden drawbacks, and whether this broker is a smart choice for day traders right now.
  2. Regulation & Trust Rating
    Article (Mar 13, 2026)
    Regulation & Trust Rating methodology. The factors and regulators we consider when deciding whether a trading broker can be trusted.
  3. Blockchain
    Article (Mar 12, 2026)
    Blockchain is the underlying technology behind majors cryptos such as Bitcoin. Find out how blockchain works in trading and finance.
  4. Pink Sheets
    Blog Post (Mar 10, 2026)
    Pink sheets are a service provided by the OTCBB, providing quotes for stocks not listed on a major U.S. stock exchange.
  5. What Are the Long-Term Returns of Asset Classes?
    Blog Post (Mar 10, 2026)
    The long-term returns of different asset classes vary, but over time, exchange-traded stocks have outperformed bonds and cash.

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