If you want to day trade you will need access to Level 2 data (Direct Access Trading) – this is very important as it tells us what the professional money is buying and selling and you will not be able to day trade without it. Therefore you will need some kind of data feed and trading platform. Some brokers such as Interactive Brokers – http://www.interactivebrokers.com combine both – they are execution only and offer a whole raft of instruments and markets which you can trade. Be aware that for day trading stocks and shares you will need a minimum amount as a deposit. I believe the figure is $25k. You will need to check this out. However, I would suggest you spend some time understanding how level 2 (or direct access) actually works and start by applying it to just one market.

I hope the above helps and good luck with your trading.

Kind regards.

Anna