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Having reviewed CENTRAL in detail, I must say I approach this broker with considerable caution, especially given my experience navigating regulated markets. On the one hand, CENTRAL—operating as Central China International Securities Co., Limited—boasts several years in Hong Kong’s financial sector and offers a comprehensive suite of services from securities trading to investment banking. Their infrastructure for deposits, withdrawals, and customer support seems thorough and convenient, giving me the impression of an established financial institution. However, some critical red flags stand out. Most concerning is that their license to deal in futures contracts has been revoked, and the status of their securities license is marked as "Exceeded," a term that remains unexplained and, in my opinion, introduces serious uncertainty about ongoing compliance. Regulatory clarity is non-negotiable for me—brokers must demonstrate transparent and current licenses. Ambiguity or lapses, particularly involving revocations, present heightened risks of both operational and regulatory disruptions. There’s also a lack of full transparency around fee structures and how changes may be implemented. As a trader, clarity in all costs is fundamental to informed decision-making. While a user review praises customer service, another raises serious concerns regarding fund withdrawals, which is never something I would overlook. For these reasons, I’m hesitant to recommend CENTRAL as a primary trading venue. While they operate under the Hong Kong regulatory umbrella and offer a variety of financial services, the existing regulatory uncertainties and reported issues suggest a conservative, risk-aware approach is warranted here. I would insist on further clarification before considering this broker for my own trading needs.