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
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Articles by Dan Mitchell
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.
2 hours ago
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.
17 hours ago
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.
20 hours ago
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
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
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
General Electric shareholders – who owns the most GE stock?
General Electric’s recent transformation has reshaped one of the most recognised names in global industry. Following its three-way split, the company now operates as three independent entities – GE Aerospace, GE Vernova, and GE HealthCare Technologies.
14:44, 1 December 2025
How to use the average true range (ATR) in day trading
Volatility is a feature of every market, influencing how prices move from one moment to the next. To interpret this movement more clearly, traders often rely on indicators that look beyond direction alone. One such tool is the average true range (ATR) – a straightforward and widely used measure that helps illustrate how active a market is.
13:57, 1 December 2025
Day trading: understanding previous day’s high (PDH) and low (PDL)
The previous day’s high (PDH) and previous day’s low (PDL) are simple yet valuable reference points that show where notable buying or selling activity occurred. By observing these levels, traders can gain a clearer understanding of market structure and short-term sentiment as the new trading day begins.
13:35, 1 December 2025
Physical vs paper gold: understanding the price spread
Gold plays many roles in the global economy – as a traded commodity, a store of value, and a measure of confidence. Yet its price can vary depending on how it’s bought or sold.
17:21, 28 November 2025
