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As someone with a deep background in trading, I always make it a priority to thoroughly analyze broker fee structures before committing capital. Looking into Shahjalal Islami Bank Securities Ltd, I noticed that their disclosed fees primarily relate to account management rather than traditional trading commissions or spreads. Specifically, they charge a BO (Beneficiary Owner) Account Opening Fee of 500 BDT and an annual BO Maintenance Fee of 450 BDT. If an account needs to be closed, there’s another 500 BDT fee, and dishonored cheques incur a significant 1,000 BDT charge. However, the absence of clear and transparent information regarding trading-related commissions and spreads stands out to me. For forex and CFD traders, knowing the precise spreads and commission rates is essential in evaluating total trading costs and their impact on performance. Unfortunately, in the case of Shahjalal Islami Bank Securities Ltd, this information is either not published or not readily accessible, which raises concerns for transparency—a hallmark of trustworthy brokers. Without detailed data on transaction fees, spreads, or any tiered commission structure, I am left cautious. I always advise prioritizing brokers who offer full cost breakdowns up front, especially in an unregulated environment like this, as unknown fees can quickly erode trading profits and signal higher risk. In my experience, unclear fee structures are a significant drawback, especially for those new to the market.