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In my experience as a trader, the first thing I assess when considering any broker is the robustness of their regulatory status, especially due to the significant risks involved in financial markets. After carefully evaluating VANTAGE, I have significant reservations about its reliability and security. According to public records, VANTAGE is not regulated by any recognized financial authority. This lack of oversight means there are no formal safeguards protecting client funds or ensuring that fair trading practices are enforced. For me, regulatory oversight is more than just a bureaucratic detail; it is essential because it mandates standards for transparency, capital adequacy, dispute resolution, and client fund segregation. When a broker operates outside of this framework, like VANTAGE does, I’m concerned about the risks of potential malpractice or issues with withdrawals—traders would have little recourse if something went wrong. While VANTAGE has a long operational history and transparent fee structure, these positives do not compensate for the absence of regulation. In fact, a 0/10 regulatory index and warnings about suspicious business scope underscore the high risk. Even though their platform offerings are diverse, the severe regulatory gap remains a red flag for me. Personally, I would not feel comfortable entrusting funds to any broker that cannot demonstrate proper regulatory credentials, regardless of favorable features. For my own trading and for anyone seeking to protect their capital, I would advise extreme caution and recommend seeking a fully regulated alternative.