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From my experience evaluating Cathay Futures, the firm stands out primarily as a futures broker based in Taiwan, regulated by the Taipei Exchange (TPEx). Their focus is solidly on offering margin trading for a broad range of domestic and international futures products. In my own due diligence, I paid close attention to which exchanges and products are accessible, especially given the importance of diversity in commodity trading for my portfolio. Based on their official disclosures, Cathay Futures provides access to major futures exchanges in Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Notably, they mention connectivity with institutions like the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX), and Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). These global exchanges traditionally list key asset contracts for Gold (XAU/USD) and Crude Oil, such as COMEX Gold and NYMEX Crude Oil futures. While I have not seen explicit mention of spot or CFD trading for XAU/USD or crude oil pairs—something common with many forex brokers—I infer that trading opportunities for gold and crude oil likely exist through their listed futures contracts rather than direct spot trading. From a risk management perspective, this distinction matters because futures contracts carry different margin requirements and settlement procedures compared to spot FX or CFDs. Therefore, for traders like me seeking exposure to assets such as gold or crude oil, Cathay Futures may provide a regulated avenue via relevant futures contracts on established global exchanges. However, I always recommend verifying contract specifics, margin requirements, and ensuring you are comfortable with futures trading mechanics before proceeding.