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From my personal experience and after reviewing Shenwan Hongyuan’s structure, it’s clear that their offerings are distinct from those of typical retail forex brokers. Shenwan Hongyuan focuses primarily on equities and futures trading, and does not provide leveraged forex, CFD, or multi-asset accounts. Rather than a variety of complex account tiers, their client setup seems straightforward: access is granted to either equities, futures, or both, depending on the regulatory license. For equities, accounts are specifically enabled for stock trading on Hong Kong markets, with fees and minimums that follow local norms. For futures, accounts are set up under their regulated SFC license, but it’s important to note that their permissions for some securities business have expired, which raises a caution for anyone seeking broader investment instruments. I find that the available account types are less differentiated by features and more by asset class permission—one can open an account for equities, futures, or both, but customizable options (such as leverage, account currencies, or margin arrangements) are not front and center in their documentation. From a risk management perspective, this conservative, compartmentalized approach could suit investors looking for straightforward, local-market participation over complex, high-leverage trading solutions. In short, with Shenwan Hongyuan, the key differences in account types hinge on the type of asset accessible and the regulatory boundaries attached to each, rather than granular differences in trading terms or perks. This setup demands careful attention to regulatory status before any trading commitment.