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In my experience with Cathay Futures, the range of trading instruments is primarily focused on futures contracts rather than the typical spot forex, equities, or cryptocurrencies some other brokers might offer. As someone who values clarity about available products, I found that Cathay Futures grants access to a wide spectrum of futures markets, both domestic and international. Their reach includes major Asian exchanges such as TAIFEX, HKEX, JPX, TOCOM, and SGX, as well as prominent European venues like Eurex, LIFFE, and ICE. Importantly, for those interested in U.S. markets, they provide entry to heavyweights like the CME and CBOT. When it comes to asset classes, for me, the core focus is clearly on futures across equities indices, commodities (including energy, metals, and agricultural products), and financial instruments like government bonds. While they do hold a license for leveraged foreign exchange trading, from what I have gathered, spot forex trading and direct access to stocks or cryptocurrencies are not central to their public offering. Margins, too, are determined by the specific futures contract, emphasizing a traditional, regulated futures environment. For conservative, regulation-focused traders like myself, this emphasis on global futures—with a notable absence of more speculative or exotic products—signals a commitment to regulated, mainstream market access. However, anyone seeking single-stock trading, direct spot forex, or digital assets may need to look for a more diversified broker. For me, the reliability of regulated futures across global markets is the clear strength at Cathay Futures.