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Based on my research and personal experience with Citadel Securities, I find that detailed information regarding their specific fee schedule—including commissions and spreads—is notably absent from public resources and not transparently outlined on their official materials. From what I can determine, Citadel Securities primarily functions as a market maker, specializing in providing liquidity across major financial products like equities, options, fixed income, and FX, rather than catering directly to individual forex or retail clients. Their operations are more institutional, focusing on serving large banks, brokers, and other significant players. Given their regulated status in Hong Kong under the SFC and their longstanding presence in global markets for over 15 years, I am reasonably confident that their fee structures would conform to industry standards, especially as they pertain to institutions. However, for clients like me who are used to seeing transparent tables of retail commissions and pip spreads at other brokers, this lack of clarity is a concern. In my experience, brokers who target institutional flows often incorporate costs differently—through slightly wider spreads, exchange fees, or negotiated commission agreements—rather than through the fixed retail models I'm accustomed to. Because fee terms at such institutional-focused firms are typically tailored and not standardized, I would approach Citadel Securities with caution if considering them for direct retail trading. For anyone in my position, I recommend engaging directly with their client service team to obtain explicit and up-to-date disclosures on any fees, spreads, and trading costs before opening an account or executing any trades. As always, understanding and confirming the total cost of trading is essential for risk management and long-term success.