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Based on my direct review of Shenwan Hongyuan, I find that the broker relies on its own proprietary e-service trading platform, which is available for desktop, mobile, and web. From my experience as a trader, the compatibility with popular automated trading solutions—like MetaTrader’s Expert Advisors (EAs)—is a critical factor in evaluating a broker, especially for those who rely on algorithmic strategies. Shenwan Hongyuan does not offer the MetaTrader 4 or 5 platforms nor mention support for third-party automated trading tools or EAs on its proprietary system. Why does this matter? Automated trading typically requires either built-in scripting capabilities or external bridge solutions. MetaTrader, for example, has a well-established infrastructure and global community supporting EAs; without such support, integrating automated systems with proprietary platforms can be complex, unreliable, or outright impossible. As a risk-conscious trader, I would exercise caution here—unless the broker specifically provides full documentation or support for algorithmic/automated trading, I do not assume compatibility. For me, the absence of clear EA support means I would not consider Shenwan Hongyuan suitable for automated trading via EAs. This limitation might be a deal-breaker for traders like myself who depend on automation for consistency and scale. For manual futures or equities trading, the regulated status and long operating history offer some confidence, but in terms of automation, I require more transparency and compatibility before committing any capital.