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Drawing from my experience as a professional trader, I've learned that clear cost structures are crucial when evaluating any exchange or broker. DGCX operates differently from typical retail forex platforms; it is an institutional-level derivatives exchange mostly catering to members rather than individual traders. The commission and fee structure at DGCX is transparent yet significantly higher than what's found at retail brokers. Unlike CFD or spot forex brokers that often use variable spreads plus small commissions, DGCX applies fixed, per-side charges for every contract traded, and these fees are product-specific. For example, trading their Daily Gold Futures contract carries a total charge of $175 per side (combining both trade and clearing fees), which is quite substantial compared to standard retail offerings. Mini INR and USD/CNH futures contracts come with much smaller per-contract fees, but the big picture is that metals contracts are notably expensive. Another important distinction is the absence of traditional spreads and swap rates. DGCX’s model centers around futures contracts, so any price slippage or spread reflects true market conditions, not broker-adjusted spreads. Regarding holding costs, there aren’t retail-swap rates; instead, DGCX imposes a strict penalty for overnight shortfalls in settlement funds—charged at a steep 36% per annum, and these can escalate or result in loss of trading rights if shortages persist. Also, applying for membership brings significant upfront fees, which can exceed typical market entry costs for institutional access elsewhere. From my perspective, DGCX’s structure is only suitable for well-capitalized, professional participants who can justify high fees through large-scale or strategic trading objectives. For an independent or retail trader, these costs present a substantial barrier and require cautious consideration before engaging.