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 investing websites.

James 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. High Frequency Trading
    Article (Jul 15, 2025)
    Find out how high-frequency trading (HFT) works in this guide for beginners. We explain its history, regulations and technological evolution.
  2. Best Brokers With Synthetic Indices 2025
    Article (Jul 15, 2025)
    List of best brokers that have synthetic indices, drawing on hands-on tests. Learn how to trade on a synthetic index, a simulated product.
  3. Best Brokers With Market Execution 2025
    Article (Jul 15, 2025)
    Find the top brokers with market execution, tested for execution speed, order fill quality, and slippage control.
  4. Best Brokers With Guaranteed Stop Loss 2025
    Article (Jul 15, 2025)
    Discover the best brokers with guaranteed stop losses, ranked after hands-on tests. See which brokers truly protect your trades.
  5. DayTrading.com Featured in the Media
    Article (Jul 15, 2025)
    Discover the latest media coverage featuring DayTrading.com’s expert insights, market analysis, and commentary from our experienced team.

Latest articles edited by James

  1. Best High-Frequency Trading Brokers 2025
    Article (Jul 15, 2025)
    Delve into the top platforms for high-frequency trading (HFT), considering latency, pricing, and tools for developing trading algorithms.
  2. Axi
    Broker Review (Jul 15, 2025)
    Discover how Axi measures up in our in-depth review. We ran firsthand tests on its platforms and products to find out how Axi compares.
  3. BlackBull
    Broker Review (Jul 15, 2025)
    Uncover the truth about BlackBull: firsthand insights, comparisons with top brokers, and a review of its strengths and weaknesses.
  4. FP Markets
    Broker Review (Jul 15, 2025)
    FP Markets review by active traders and industry experts, combining hard data with hands-on testing. Pros, cons and key findings revealed.
  5. Vantage
    Broker Review (Jul 15, 2025)
    I tested Vantage and share my verdict in this review. My assessment reveals details about the broker's accounts and fees, plus my opinion on the platforms.

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