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In my own assessment as a trader, BullionVault is strictly a platform for trading precious metals—specifically gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. It does not offer access to commodities beyond physical precious metals, nor can you trade forex, stocks, indices, or cryptocurrencies on this platform. Each metal is traded as allocated bullion, meaning you own specific bars or coins held in secure professional vaults in your name, which does provide tangible asset exposure rather than derivative trading. This platform’s narrow focus is both a limitation and a strength, depending on your investment goals. For individuals seeking direct ownership and secure storage of physical bullion, BullionVault aligns well with such aims. However, for traders like me who value diversification across different asset classes—such as currencies, equities, or digital assets—BullionVault’s offering is significantly restricted. It’s important to weigh this carefully, especially given the unregulated status of the provider, which increases my need for due diligence when deciding where to allocate funds. Ultimately, if your sole interest is in acquiring and holding precious metals with a transparent claim on underlying assets, BullionVault delivers that utility. But if you’re seeking broader market access, you’ll need to consider additional brokers.