Paul Holmes

Paul Holmes

Paul brings over 15 years experience in the online trading industry, both as an active trader and through his work with some of the largest global brokers.

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.

Combined with his background providing market analysis and trading school programs for major brokers, Paul is adept at creating accessible guides 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. Eightcap Returns to Prop Trading With 'Day Trader Challenges'
    Find out how Eightcap's funded account offering for active day traders works, featuring low entry requirements and same-day payouts.
  2. How To Use TradingView: A Beginner's Guide
    Article (Dec 1, 2025)
    Learn how to use TradingView with our expert guide, covering charts, indicators, alerts, and more to enhance your day trading strategy.
  3. Best Brokers For Prediction Markets In 2025
    Article (Nov 25, 2025)
    Dig into our selection of the top brokers with prediction markets - tested and reviewed by our experienced traders and brokerage experts.
  4. Best Brokers With Fractional Shares 2025
    Article (Nov 24, 2025)
    Uncover the top trading platforms for fractional shares through our ratings and rankings, with comparisons to help you find the right broker.
  5. XM Rolls Out Platform Upgrades Ahead of Biggest Promotion Yet
    Blog Post (Oct 14, 2025)
    XM traders welcome new enhancements and prepare for the biggest promotion yet from the popular global broker.

Latest articles edited by Paul

  1. Fastest Execution Brokers In 2025
    Article (Jul 24, 2025)
    Dig into our list of the fastest brokers based on our execution tests. Compare top performing platforms and see why speed matters for trading.
  2. Best Brokers With Volatility Index (VIX) In 2025
    Article (Jun 30, 2025)
    Find the top brokers for trading the VIX - compared and ranked by active traders who personally tested each platform’s volatility products.
  3. Fractional Shares
    Article (Dec 17, 2024)
    See our guide to trading fractional stocks. Find out how fractional shares work, from the minimum investment to tips for analyzing equities.