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As an experienced forex trader, I approach every broker with caution, especially those with warning indicators. When considering BizzTrade for trading indices like the US100, my main concern is transparency and understanding the total cost structure. From my independent assessment, BizzTrade’s fee schedule for FX pairs is explicit (for example, $10 to $15 per lot), but there’s a notable absence of clear, published details for indices such as the US100. There’s no direct commission or spread information available for these products, which makes it difficult for me to accurately calculate total trading costs or to assess whether charges might be hidden in the spreads or embedded elsewhere. This lack of transparency alone is a significant risk factor for me. With regulated brokers, I expect all costs—spreads, commissions, swaps, and any incidental fees—to be readily available before I trade. Here, the available details only mention spreads ranging from 0.8 to 2.0 (but again, not specifically for indices), and while the commission information for forex exists, there's no corresponding breakdown for US100 or other indices. In my experience, this kind of incomplete information leaves too much uncertainty, and I’m simply not comfortable speculating on unlisted costs that might only become apparent after I’m already financially committed. In summary, without specific, upfront cost disclosures for index trading at BizzTrade, I would not feel confident calculating my total trading costs or managing my risk adequately. This lack of clarity is a deciding factor for me and why I tend to avoid such brokers, particularly when reputable, regulated alternatives provide this information openly and reliably.