This is an in-depth discussion on"Divergence and Restructuring of Global Markets",Nasdaq Chief Economist Phil Mackintoshand the Managing Director of Futu Securities will deeply dissect the underlying logic of market operations and reveal structural trends for the next decade.
Key Points
With high interest rates coexisting with recession risks, how should we interpret the divergence as global markets continue to hit new highs?
From corporate earnings resilience to the AI tech cycle, we break down the deep-seated drivers supporting the market.
Structural trends and core themes shaping the medium-to-long-term investment landscape.
Live Stream Time
August 20, 16:00–17:00
Interested fellow investors can reserve your spot in advance >>

Attention all Futubull fans! 📣
Come to Futu Café! Besides grabbing a cup of coffee, we now have brand-new light meal options! 🥪☕️
Whether you're commuting to work, checking the market, or handling investment tasks like opening an account, you can easily pick up a light meal and drink combo to refuel for your busy day.
🎁 [Futu Member Exclusive Surprise]
Light Meal & Coffee Combo:
🥪 Main Course (Choose 1 of 3)
– Vegetable Beef Wrap
- Chicken & Grain Bowl
- Beef & Scrambled Egg Panini
☕️ Beverage (Choose 1 of 4)
- Signature Americano
- Rich Latte
- Refreshing Fruit Tea
- Coconut Water
💰 Member Exclusive Price: HK$60 per set(Original Price: HK$95)
📍 Event Location:Futubull Café
☕️ Store Address:Ground Floor, Lai Yuen Building, 29-33 Lee Garden Road, Causeway Bay (Exit F1 of Causeway Bay MTR Station, turn right)
⏰️ Business Hours:8:00 AM to 7:30 PM
⚠️ Friendly reminder:
– Each set includes one light meal and one selected beverage.
– Light meal sets are for takeaway only; dine-in is not permitted.
– Food and beverage options are subject to actual availability at the store.
– In case of any dispute, the organizer, Futu Securities International (Hong Kong) Limited, reserves the right of final decision.
Head over to Futu Café for a light meal + a drink. Grab and go to recharge your batteries, then keep watching the market! ☕️🐮✨

📌 Highlights Recap: Options Live Stream | From Zero to One—Understanding Options Chains and AI-Powered Trading Tactics
I. What Exactly Are Options? Three Analogies to Help You Understand
First Analogy: The Sushi Chef
An option is like a knife, and market conditions are like different types of fish. Simply knowing the knife isn’t enough—you must use the right knife on the right fish to make money.
Second Analogy: Insurance (But More Flexible)
Call (call option)= Guarantees your right to buy a stock at a specified price.
Put (put option)= Guarantees your right to sell a stock at a specified price.
The longer the duration, the more expensive the protection (i.e., higher option premium). But options are even harsher than insurance: they lose time value every second—even after market close. So there’s no such thing as 'buying on Friday and selling on Monday without losing time value.'
Third analogy: Speculative instruments
Options can be used for speculation, but beginners must clearly understand the direction:
Long Call / Long Put: Maximum loss is limited to the option premium paid—risk is capped.
Short Call / Short Put: You receive premium upfront but face potentially unlimited losses—absolute beginners should never touch these.
II. For beginners, just mastering these two strategies is enough
Long Call (buying a call): Use when expecting a significant price increase.
– Long Put (buying a put option): used when expecting a sharp decline.
💡 Suggestion: Start by placing small trial orders on HK stocks (e.g., Tencent or Xiaomi options—one contract can cost just a few hundred HKD). Experiencing it firsthand is more valuable than reading ten books.
3. The core challenge: how to choose the strike price and expiration date...

Want to learn options trading but find options chains, implied volatility, and expiration dates overwhelming?
Tonight, we’re honored to welcomeA hands-on options trading instructor, guiding everyone through an in-depthbreakdown of the logic—and flaws—behind options pricing models, and sharing how toleverage AI tools to identify high-potential, high-reward opportunities, along with live demonstrations ofNiu Niu’s options trading featuresWhether you're new to options or looking to sharpen your trading strategy judgment, this seminar is a must-attend.。
🔥 Event Highlights
1️⃣ Loopholes in Options Pricing Models
2️⃣ How to Use AI to Spot 10x Opportunities
3️⃣ How to Master Options Trading with the NiuNiu App
📅 Seminar Details
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | Time: 19:00–20:00
Format: Hybrid (online and in-person) seminar

Want to improve your chart-reading skills and move beyond just 'guessing up or down'?
Tonight, we’re joined by Keith, who achieved financial freedom by age 30, to dive deep into advanced charting techniques and pattern recognition methods in technical analysis. Whether you're new to technical analysis or looking to sharpen your trading edge, this session is not to be missed.。
🔥 Event Highlights
1️⃣ Are there reliable signs when a stock price tops out or bottoms out?
2️⃣ How do different chart signals confirm each other?
3️⃣ How can you use proprietary indicators to improve your decision accuracy?
📅 Event Details
Time: Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 19:00–20:00
Format: Hybrid (online and in-person) seminar