Paul Holmes

Paul Holmes

Paul brings over 15 years experience in the online trading industry, including as an active trader and as a brokerage expert running hands-on tests of many major trading platforms.

As a trader, he initially concentrated on major indices and sectors, trading through spread betting firms. He then went on to specialize in the forex market, developing his own proprietary techniques for day trading.

This curiosity led Paul to develop skills in technical and fundamental analysis and extended to developing algorithmic trading models using the popular MetaTrader platforms.

In his role evaluating online brokers, Paul has opened dozens of trading accounts, placed hundreds of trades for test purposes, and evaluated trading platforms side-by-side with practical insights and user-driven ratings.

Combined with his background providing market analysis and trading school programs for prominent brokers, Paul is adept at creating accessible guides, broker reviews, and informative insights for traders at every level.

His expertise on the financial markets have also been cited in respected outlets, including Business Insider, Benzinga, and U.S. News.

You can reach Paul Holmes on paul.holmes@daytrading.com.

Latest articles written by Paul

  1. Best Brokers For Prediction Markets In 2026
    Article (Feb 18, 2026)
    Dig into our pick of the top brokers with prediction markets - tested and reviewed by our experienced traders and event contract experts.
  2. Best Brokers Without KYC In 2026
    Article (Feb 17, 2026)
    The top trading platforms without know your customer (KYC) checks tested and ranked. Understand the benefits and risks of no KYC trading.
  3. Best Brokers Without PDT Rule In 2026
    Article (Feb 17, 2026)
    Uncover the top brokers that let you trade without the pattern day trading (PDT) rule, tested by active traders and industry experts.
  4. Exponential Moving Average (EMA)
    Article (Feb 17, 2026)
    Jump into our beginner's guide to using the Exponential Moving Average (EMA) for trading. Learn how it works through a firsthand example.
  5. Stochastic Oscillator
    Article (Feb 17, 2026)
    Jump into our beginner's guide to applying the Stochastic Oscillator in day trading. Learn how it works through firsthand examples.

Latest articles edited by Paul

  1. Binary Options Trading Strategies
    Article (Feb 2, 2026)
    Learn how to develop a strategy for trading binary options. We reveal good setups and binary strategies beginners should avoid..
  2. Fastest Execution Brokers In 2026
    Article (Feb 2, 2026)
    Dig into our list of the fastest brokers based on our execution tests. Compare top performing platforms and see why speed matters for trading.
  3. 60 Second Binary Options
    Article (Jan 15, 2026)
    See why 1 minute binary options are a fast-paced, high-stakes form of trading. Use our guide to get started, with top indicators and brokers.
  4. 1-Day Binary Options
    Article (Jan 15, 2026)
    Find out how 1-day binary options can be used to speculate on popular financial markets with risk and reward known upfront.
  5. 1-Hour Binary Options
    Article (Jan 15, 2026)
    Find out why 1-hour binary options are popular with short-term traders and how these 60-minute contracts work, with pros and cons explained.