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From what I’ve gathered in my own due diligence and review process, one challenge I encountered with CMB is the lack of clear, detailed information regarding specific account types. Unlike many mainstream brokers that clearly distinguish between standard, premium, or professional accounts, CMB seems to streamline their offerings, especially when it comes to individual securities accounts, and relies on standard account protocols for all clients. For me, as someone who values transparency, this means the process is fairly uniform; most clients open an individual account through either an online or offline route, depending on their residency and identification. Account opening with CMB is possible online for non-mainland China residents via their app, or through an in-person or postal process. This centralized approach implies that all clients are subject to the same procedures regarding deposits, withdrawals, and transfer services, but this also means there isn’t flexibility in account features based on trading size or experience level. For me, this impacts the ability to customize the experience or choose benefits that fit different trading needs. While this uniformity can be reassuring in terms of compliance and fairness, I found it limited compared to brokers offering tiered account structures. Given CMB’s focus on regulated, traditional securities and futures trading, I appreciate that their priority is regulatory clarity rather than a wide spectrum of promotional account types. However, if you’re a trader who expects varied perks or tailored account benefits based on volume or frequency—such as lower fees, exclusive support, or premium research—CMB might not align with those expectations based on what I’ve observed. As ever, I would advise caution and recommend thoroughly checking with their support team about any specifics before making commitments, since consistent, reliable information is key when entrusting a broker with your capital.