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Drawing from my own research and experience as a trader, I’ve found that First Shanghai offers access to a fairly broad spectrum of trading instruments, but with a clear emphasis on traditional financial markets. When I reviewed their offerings, I noticed that clients can trade Hong Kong stocks, Shenzhen and Shanghai B-shares, various international stocks, and a range of futures and commodities contracts. They also provide access to IPO subscriptions, margin financing, share custodian services, and nominee services, which can be valuable for traders seeking more than just straightforward buy-and-sell equity deals. One thing that stands out for me is the lack of explicit mention of forex or cryptocurrencies in their listed tradable instruments. For those, like myself, who specialize in forex or are interested in digital assets, this is an essential limitation to note. The broker seems to be more oriented toward equities and futures, particularly within Hong Kong and mainland China, while also offering some exposure to overseas stock markets and commodities. In my cautious assessment, it’s important to recognize that their regulatory oversight by the Hong Kong SFC and long operating history support trustworthiness, but their offerings are best suited to those whose focus aligns with these traditional financial markets, rather than forex or cryptocurrencies.