Dan Mitchell

Dan is an experienced financial writer and market commentator with a background in digital assets and cryptocurrency markets. Blending macro fundamentals with technical chart work, he distils market developments into practical commentary for retail traders.

Experience

Dan began reporting on blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies in 2018, writing news, features, and analysis for Binance and Cointelegraph, alongside several other specialist outlets. He joined Capital.com in 2024.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Journalism, University of Winchester

Expertise

  • Digital assets
  • Cryptocurrency markets
  • Financial derivatives
  • Fundamental analysis
  • Technical analysis
  • Risk management

Social network (Twitter / Linkedin)

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Articles by Dan Mitchell

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Brazil recession: could fiscal policy tip the economy into a downturn?
Brazil’s economy has alternated between periods of expansion and slowdown, each shaped by changes in policy, global demand and investor confidence. After avoiding a recession in recent years, it now faces renewed headwinds — elevated interest rates, fiscal constraints and uneven sectoral growth.
14 hours ago
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Leading nanotechnology stocks in 2025
Nanotechnology sits at the intersection of science and industry, influencing everything from microchips and clean energy to precision healthcare solutions.
15 hours ago
Nikola Motor Company IPO
The $12 billion Nikola IPO and the fall of the so-called ‘Tesla of Trucking’
Nikola Corporation’s market debut in 2020 marked one of the most talked-about moments in the electric vehicle space. The company entered public markets through a high-profile SPAC merger, quickly capturing investor attention and industry headlines. But in less than five years, the story shifted dramatically.
17 hours ago
How to use stop losses for trading CFDs
How to use stop-loss orders when trading CFDs
When trading contracts for difference (CFDs), managing risk is just as important as identifying opportunities. One way to do this is through stop-loss orders — tools designed to close positions automatically if the market moves beyond a chosen level.
21 hours ago
INFLATION word on calculator in idea for FED consider interest rate hike
US inflation outlook: could slowing price growth lead to rate cuts in 2026?
After a period of sharp price movements and policy adjustments, inflation in the United States continues to draw close attention. Recent data provides a clearer view of how much price growth has eased and what this may imply for future interest rate decisions.
18:28, 2 December 2025
EUR/PLN forecast 2025
EUR/PLN forecast 2025: Third-party price targets
The euro–Polish zloty (EUR/PLN) pair draws on a broad mix of economic data, policy expectations and evolving market conditions, making it widely followed across the market.
15:37, 2 December 2025
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Top 20 global oil stocks by market capitalisation in 2025
Oil remains a cornerstone of the global energy system, shaping economies, trade flows and industrial growth. Even as renewable alternatives expand and policy targets evolve, major producers continue to hold a central place in global supply chains and investment portfolios.
10:00, 2 December 2025
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S&P 500-to-gold ratio: what it means and where it might go
The S&P 500-to-gold ratio provides a clear way to compare the performance of US equities with gold. By tracking how many ounces of gold are required to equal the value of the S&P 500 index, the ratio helps illustrate shifts in investor sentiment and the balance between risk and caution.
09:04, 2 December 2025
Roundabout with traffic signs in the city of Heraklion in Greece near the port. It shows the solution for traffic regulation instead of classic crossroad.
Greece housing market: inflation, demand and outlook
Greece’s housing market has entered a slower phase after several years of rapid growth. As borrowing costs rise and inflation remains elevated, activity is cooling across key regions, prompting questions about whether the market is heading for a correction or simply stabilising.
15:36, 1 December 2025
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Top crypto traders to follow by social media popularity in 2025
Influencers, analysts and developers use digital platforms to exchange ideas, interpret market trends and discuss the development of digital assets. As their audiences grow, these voices increasingly shape how information spreads and how trading discussions evolve across communities.
15:12, 1 December 2025

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