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In my personal experience as a forex trader, UBS stands out mainly for its breadth of services rather than specialized advantages in trading instruments for individual traders. While UBS’s global reach and established presence—supported by its regulated status in multiple jurisdictions—are reassuring, its focus is heavily oriented toward wealth management, asset management, and investment banking. This means their primary offerings center on equities, fixed income, multi-asset strategies, hedge funds, and real estate, with less of a focus on the spot forex products or CFD trading that most active traders might seek. When it comes to fee structure, actual trading-related costs aren’t clearly detailed in the public information available, especially for retail online trading. What I found is that UBS is more tailored to high net worth individuals and institutions, where personalized service and bespoke portfolios may be accompanied by higher advisory and management fees. As evidence, some clients have referenced annual advisory fees and fund-related charges that are substantial, which can eat into returns over time. Complaints about hidden costs or additional requirements around withdrawals are a red flag for me, especially when transparency is critical in choosing a broker. In summary, while UBS may offer a robust spectrum of investment options and professional advice, in my view, the lack of transparent, competitive trading fees and the reported customer service issues make its advantages less compelling for an active, cost-conscious forex or CFD trader. I would proceed with caution and fully investigate all fee details before committing significant capital.