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Dan Buckley

Dan Buckley

Dan Buckley is a US-based investor and analyst with over 60,000 hours spent personally trading. He holds a degree in economics from Harvard University and has a background in mathematical finance.

Dan is currently the Chief Analyst at DayTrading.com. He oversees market research and delivers in-depth analysis on trading strategies, asset class dynamics, and macroeconomic trends.

His coverage spans equities, forex, commodities, derivatives, and fixed income – giving him a well-rounded, practical view of how markets behave and why.

Outside of work, Dan enjoys staying active and watching and following various sports, including baseball, football, and F1. Dan is also interested in strategy games, particularly poker and chess – enjoying the planning, problem-solving, and healthy competition.

Dan’s expert insights for DayTrading.com and views on the financial markets have been cited in numerous financial outlets, including:

You can reach Dan Buckley on dan.buckley@daytrading.com.

Latest articles written by Dan

  1. What It Would Take for the Dollar to Collapse as a Reserve Currency
    Explore what it would take for the US dollar to lose reserve status, why collapse is unlikely, and how traders/investors can hedge.
  2. Gold, Silver & Platinum Have Their Own Places In A Portfolio
    Compare gold, silver, and platinum across demand drivers, economic risks, and portfolio performance. Plus how gold boosts returns and lowers drawdowns.
  3. Dollar-Cost Averaging Can Be An Attractive Strategy
    We take a look at dollar-cost averaging, its benefits, disadvantages, who DCA is best for, how often you should invest using DCA, DCA vs. lump sum, and more
  4. 5 Stock Trading Secrets: Hype or Legit?
    I reviewed some so-called insider investor secrets from ex-Fox Business anchor Liz Clayman to see if they’re hype or solid tips.
  5. Are Gold Stocks a Good Investment in 2025?
    Gold mining stocks are booming in 2025 thanks to record prices, but are they a good hedge? Learn the risks and potential returns.

Latest articles edited by Dan

  1. Best Brokers With Perpetual Futures in 2026
    Article (Sep 24, 2026)
    Uncover the top trading brokers and exchanges offering perps, with hands-on test results, ratings and side-by-side comparisons.
  2. Alternatives To Cryptocurrency Trading
    Article (Sep 22, 2026)
    Find the best alternatives to trading cryptocurrency. The limitations of crypto exposed and suitable alternatives for traders.
  3. Account Types In The US
    Article (Sep 15, 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.
  4. Nasdaq Dubai
    Stock Exchange (Sep 15, 2026)
    The Nasdaq Dubai is one of the largest stock exchanges in the UAE. We explain how to compare & choose Nasdaq Dubai brokers, listed trading companies & more.
  5. 24-Hour Trading
    Article (Sep 8, 2026)
    Learn how 24-hour trading works, which markets stay open around the clock and the risks, strategies, and tips beginners need to start.

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