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. Best Brokers With EUR Accounts 2025
    Article (Mar 21, 2025)
    Dig into our rankings of the top brokers for Euro trading accounts, compiled by experienced European traders and industry specialists.
  2. IG Unveils New AI Index For Traders
    Blog Post (Mar 21, 2025)
    IG introduces the BITA AI US Giants Index, offering exposure to top AI-driven companies. Learn how to trade AI indices with IG.
  3. Best Brokers For Professional Traders 2025
    Article (Mar 19, 2025)
    The top brokers for professional traders reviewed. We compare entry requirements, leverage, rebates & tools in professional trading accounts.
  4. Best Swing Trading Brokers 2025
    Article (Mar 17, 2025)
    Uncover the top brokers for swing trading reviewed and ranked. We compare the tools and fees in the best swing trading accounts.
  5. Best Regulated Brokers 2025
    Article (Mar 17, 2025)
    We evaluate, compare and rate the top regulated brokers for [year]. Find out why you should only trade with regulated trading platforms.

Latest articles edited by James

  1. Day Trading in Jamaica
    Article (Mar 21, 2025)
    Discover how to day trade in Jamaica, from popular stocks listed on the BSE to the role of the country's regulators, the FSC and BoJ.
  2. Regulation & Trust Rating
    Article (Mar 21, 2025)
    Regulation & Trust Rating methodology. The factors and regulators we consider when deciding whether a trading broker can be trusted.
  3. Best Day Trading Platforms In Jamaica 2025
    Article (Mar 21, 2025)
    Discover the best day trading brokers in Jamaica. Compare top platforms across fees, features, and security to find the right provider.
  4. Day Trading With AI
    Article (Mar 21, 2025)
    Find out how artificial intelligence-powered tools can be used for online trading, plus the benefits and limitations of day trading with AI.
  5. IG
    Broker Review (Mar 21, 2025)
    IG review based on first-hand trading experience. We rate IG for trust, accounts, markets, fees, platforms, education, research and support.

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