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As an independent trader, I pay close attention to essential brokerage details like spread structure, especially when considering firms with hedge fund backgrounds such as Point72. Based on the information available, I could not find any publicly disclosed specifics about fixed or variable spreads at Point72. In fact, Point72 operates primarily as a global alternative investment firm rather than a conventional retail forex broker. Their focus appears to be on sophisticated discretionary and systematic investment strategies across multiple asset classes, including equities, global macro, and derivatives, tailored for professional investors who meet certain regulatory thresholds. This institutional emphasis typically means spreads, fees, and trade costs are custom-negotiated at the client level, rather than published as standardized tables you’d find with retail forex platforms. For private clients or funds, execution quality—including the behavior of spreads during market volatility—usually depends on prime brokerage relationships, market access, and the internal risk controls of the institution, rather than set retail-style spreads. Because of this, I would proceed with caution if you are a retail trader or if your primary concern is transparent, predictable spreads during volatile markets. For me, the lack of clear information about spreads and retail trading conditions raises questions—I would always seek direct, detailed documentation before engaging with any provider, particularly with a firm structured like Point72.