358. Trading Drop Hammer
A week later.
Today is the fifth consultation between Guo Yongkun and the Rockefeller family.
Transactions involving billions of dollars are also a normal thing.
After all, it's only the end of the 80s, and the purchasing power of $100 million at this time is quite amazing. In the United States, there are not so many billionaires, and every move of every billionaire involves the attention of society.
Just think about it, how much net worth is Gates now?
The market value of the entire Microsoft will not exceed 10 billion US dollars.
Somewhat surprisingly, but expectedly, the news finally leaked.
As soon as the extended Lincoln stopped in front of One Rockefeller Center Plaza, a large wave of reporters armed with long guns and short guns flocked to the front.
Li Youyou restrained his smile and twisted his neck, knowing that it was time for him to start work. was about to get out of the car first and disperse these reporters, but Guo Yongkun patted him on the shoulder.
"It's okay, let's go down together. β
If you don't take advantage of such a good advertising opportunity, even if you give money in the future, you may not be able to invite so many media to do publicity.
Of course, the "media spokesman" is certainly not him. First, these reporters can't understand what he says, and second, it's better for him to keep a low profile.
"Sister Leah, ...... like this"
The car door didn't open, and the group discussed it for two minutes before they got out of the car together.
"Gentlemen and ladies from China, can you tell us about the specifics of the acquisition of One Rockefeller Center Plaza?"
"Can you tell us about your business background?"
"I don't know who is in charge?"
Reporters handed over microphones one after another, all wanting to get first-hand advice.
Guo Yongkun and the others were divided into two ways, and he and Xia Ying were "escorted" by Li Youyou, which was actually a forced breakthrough and quickly moved to the door of the building.
There are security guards guarding the gates, and it seems that journalists are not allowed to enter.
Lawyers Leah and Davis, as well as Wang Ziqiang, stayed to attract attention and deal with the reporters.
"Everyone, everyone, don't worry, come and ...... one by one"
As soon as Leah said this, all the reporters' attention was focused on her. Guo Yongkun and the three of them also entered the building smoothly.
But he didn't go far, but watched through the glass door.
"Let me first answer this reporter's question, our company is called Jianlibao Co., Ltd., which is a beverage company from China, which is the same as Coca-Cola's nature, and our position in the Chinese beverage market is also equivalent to Coca-Cola's status in the United States. β
"As for why the acquisition of One Rockefeller Center Plaza, the reason is simple, it's a business investment, nothing more. β
"What? Ask where we got so much money? This journalist friend, I may have some misunderstanding about China, the Chinese are not all as poor as you think. β
"Do our drinks taste good? But trust me, friend, if you try it, you'll love it. Yes, it has a unique taste, which is very different from Coke, and the ingredients used are more rigorous, healthy and nutritious. β
"Today's negotiation is full of sincerity, but this is not something that can be resolved by one side, and it depends on whether the other party is also sincere......
Behind the glass door, I looked at Leah, who was surrounded by a large group of reporters, still calm and calm. Guo Yongkun couldn't help but think of two words - talent.
He was going to take this girl under his command.
She's definitely a good press spokesperson and a PR talent.
And if Jianlibao wants to take root in the United States, it must also have such talents.
After all, public opinion is as fierce as a tiger, especially in a country that advocates freedom of the press, public opinion can even directly determine the rise and fall of a company to some extent.
The position of PR manager is very important. And Leah is still her own person on a private level, and she is an American citizen.
There is no better option than her.
It took almost twenty minutes for Leah to get a group of reporters, and the reporters all politely gave way and stopped pestering, because the news they had received far exceeded expectations.
"Whew...... It's really tiring to deal with these journalists. β
"But you're doing a great job. In the evening, you will be treated to a big dinner. β
When she mentioned the big meal, Leah got angry and rolled her eyes at Guo Yongkun.
At the dinner a few days ago, she was fully prepared to wear a lady's dress that she didn't usually wearβbecause she felt that the other person liked the tone, and inside it was the kind of lingerie that was only available in orange stores.
And guess what?
She slept with Huihui that night.
The girl also laughed at her, dressed like this to seduce anyone. Is......
"I'm going to eat you!" she said through gritted teeth.
Guo Yongkun said "hehe", this matter has not been covered up at all.
Fortunately, my sister also knew and said that she would be optimistic about this bad friend. So he's not too worried.
"Mr. Guo, in this way, Jianlibao will attract people's attention. Attorney Davis reminded.
He has been officially hired by Guo Yongkun as the company's legal counsel, so the title of Guo Yongkun has also changed from "Mr." to "General".
As for his small law firm, it has closed. He is deeply aware of what kind of thigh he has embraced, as long as he serves this customer well, he will not have to worry about it in his life.
And it was also an opportunity for him to return to the middle class and even high society.
It may never be again in a lifetime.
He had to get it right.
He is full of gratitude to Mr. Guo, since that incident, the other party is the first to know about his grievances with Donald, and he is still willing to hire his big boss.
What this means is clear to Davis. This means that he may be at odds with Donald because of this.
For yourself.
Therefore, he vowed to use his professionalism and ability to solve all legal-related problems for Jianlibao Company.
"So we're going to speed things up. β
Guo Yongkun said, no longer delayed, and strode towards the elevator.
Jianli BMW is about to be in the newspaper, but the company has not yet been established, and the supporting facilities have not kept up with the publicity, which is not right.
......
"Mr. Simon, $285 million, okay, forget it, this is our fifth consultation, and I've spent a lot of time on this, and I don't want to put it off any longer. β
In the conference room, Simon, who wore gold-rimmed glasses, frowned, and he could see that the other party's patience had indeed reached its limit.
If the negotiation is not proper today, this business should be yellow.
What is more depressing is that the news of their intention to sell Rockefeller Center has been spread, but as of now, no real estate company in the United States has expressed its intention to take over.
The abominable stock market crash β they speculate that if it weren't for the terrible effects of Black Monday the year before, many companies have been secretly licking their wounds for the past two years, busy dealing with debts and short of funds. It shouldn't be like that.
Of course, it is not excluded that some large real estate companies have more or less seen signs that real estate is about to decline.
After all, it was an unreasonable move for them to get rid of Rockefeller Center, and smart people would inevitably analyze the reasons.
The so-called "financial crisis" is difficult to paralyze those who are already standing at a certain level and know their families well.
It's easier to fool these gringos on the other side.
This is the most authoritative real estate appraisal company in New York, their valuation has always been accurate, we have actually learned that their lowest valuation of this building is 370 million US dollars, and there is room for floating. β
Guo Yongkun is not curious about this matter at all, and it is strange that the Rockefeller family does not know.
The reason why he still hired a real estate appraisal company is mainly to cover people's eyes, because this is the normal process, otherwise he is a foreigner who has just arrived in the United States, and he will buy a building directly without doing any market research, which is unreasonable.
"That's a good situation, but Mr. Simon, I did some homework before I went to the United States, and to be honest, I am not optimistic about American real estate, and I feel like it will fall......"
When Simon heard this, his heart shook violently, and you can see this?
Of course, the expression on his face did not change in the slightest.
Could this be the legendary "business intuition"?
This guy isn't easy!, Simon thought.
But then again, it's true that it's not a simple role. In the past few days, he has also learned something about the other party's background: he operates China's largest beverage brand, and he also has a lot of business in Hong Kong City.
China's private economy has just opened up, and such an outlier has been born, and it stands out from the billion, which shows that he is extraordinary.
Simon believes that there are business geniuses in this world, such as the founder of their family - John Rockefeller, such as Conrad Hilton, such as Bill Gates, such as Steve Jobs......
He felt that the guy in front of him was also one.
You know, how difficult it is to start a business in that closed atmosphere with many restrictions.
Anyway, he felt that if he was in China, he would never be able to do this. Not to mention that the other party is not yet thirty years old.
Isn't that genius what is?
"So Mr. Simon, you have your psychological price, but I also have my considerations, in my heart, I am only willing to spend 285 million to buy this building. Of course, if you don't think it's worth it, you can't not sell it, it's your right.
"I'm not going to be upset about it. We have an old saying in China, called 'buying and selling does not lead to benevolence and righteousness', and I have always liked this sentence. What do you think?"
Guo Yongkun's attitude is completely the kind of appearance that he doesn't care, whether he can buy it or not.
It's not completely pretended, he has already figured it out, and if he can do it, he can't figure it out. So the whole person seems very calm and calm.
And it was this calm attitude that made Simon very uncomfortable.
He couldn't figure out the other party.
"Mr. Guo, since you have said it so bluntly, then I won't go around the bush, we talked about 350 million US dollars last time, and now I will take another step, 320 million US dollars, a fixed price, you can close the deal, if not, forget it. β
Guo Yongkun nodded and stood up.
Simon was a little confused.
"Mr. Simon, it doesn't matter, buying and selling is not benevolent, you have the right to refuse to sell. β
Forget it.
Who to scare?
β......β
Seeing that everyone on the other side stood up and was about to leave. Euguins, who had been a spectator the whole time, suddenly spoke.
"310 million. β
Guo Yongkun turned his head to look at him, yo, you are the boss if you dare to love.
I really haven't talked to you about it, since you ignored Simon's "fixed price" and took the initiative to show sincerity-
"290 million. β
"305 million. β
"I won't add any more. β
"300 million. β
β......β
Is it much like buying groceries at the market?
In fact, no matter how big the business is, it is also this kind of bargaining mode, but it involves different wealth and takes longer.
In the end, after a tug-of-war, the price was determined to be $293 million.
Originally, the other party's face was black, and he insisted on 295 million US dollars, but Guo Yongkun still gave him a knife in the head and cut off 2 million.
He didn't know why he was so picky.
In all fairness, he is not a person who picks the door, and if this matter is placed in China, he will definitely not talk about a business of nearly 300 million US dollars, and he will not ripped off a mere 2 million.
Maybe...... In his heart, he didn't want these American capital funds to make his own money.
There is no mistake