Dean Popplewell
About Dean Popplewell
Dean Popplewell serves as the Vice President of Currency Analysis and Research at OANDA, where he leads a team of analysts and publishes daily market commentary. He has a background in trading and previously held a director position at Scotiabank.
Work at OANDA
Dean Popplewell has served as the Vice President of Currency Analysis and Research at OANDA since 2006. In this role, he oversees MarketPulse, a global macroeconomic analysis news site that provides insights into financial market trends without a paywall. He leads a global team of six securities analysts and strategists, focusing on forex, commodities, and stock market indices. Popplewell is responsible for publishing daily commentary on global markets, which includes analysis of economic trends and technical factors that affect various financial asset classes.
Previous Experience at Scotiabank
Before joining OANDA, Dean Popplewell worked at Scotiabank as the Director of Fixed Income/Money Markets from 2001 to 2005. During his four years in this position, he was based in the Toronto, Canada Area. His experience at Scotiabank contributed to his extensive background in trading currencies and fixed income instruments, where he served as the global head of trading at Scotia Capital.
Education and Expertise
Dean Popplewell studied at Trinity College, Dublin, where he earned a degree in Business, Economic and Social Studies (BESS) from 1986 to 1990. He furthered his education by obtaining an ACI Diploma from the ACI Financial Markets Association in 1998, which provided him with superior theoretical and practical knowledge of the foreign exchange and money markets. His educational background supports his expertise in currency analysis and research.
Background in Trading
Dean Popplewell has a substantial background in trading, particularly in currencies and fixed income instruments. His experience includes serving as the global head of trading at both Scotia Capital and BMO Nesbitt Burns. This extensive trading background informs his current role at OANDA, where he applies his knowledge to market analysis and research.
Personal Background
Dean Popplewell was born in Dublin, Ireland. His early education and subsequent career in finance have shaped his professional path, leading him to significant roles in currency analysis and trading. His international perspective enhances his contributions to the financial markets.