Welcome andymann to the world of crypto. I am a bit new myself..to these currencies, not to trading or investing. This reminds me what stocks in the US cost. It was very expensive per trade...like 3% or more. It is the market demand, which up to this point has been rather limited when looking at the world. market.
I would say over the next few years those costs will come down as the institutions start getting into the game. They arent going to like those fees.
Thanks for the comment @taskmaster4450. Yeah I hope it does come down. It's a great opportunity if you can get into it at a good price point.