On the phone, President Fujiwara's voice was cowardly and humble, and before he could start talking about it, he began to apologize non-stop.

Wu Tao patiently listened to her words that were apologetic enough, and then slowly got to the point.

It turned out to be a matter of international iron ore raw material prices.

Since Rina Fujiwara handed over the traditional business of the Mitsui consortium and began to devote herself to the semiconductor industry, those old people within the consortium began to regain control of the lifeblood of the steel industry, and through the influence of shareholders, they united the world's three major iron ore origin bases and began to control the price of iron ore.

As of today, iron ore prices have skyrocketed by as much as 20% after three repricings.

Before the last Zhonghai gathering, Rina Fujiwara noticed this operation and was worried that Xiao Ruiguang would be struggling, which would affect her relationship with Huaxia Wu, so she gave instructions as the president.

However, the old school, which tasted the benefits of rising iron ore raw material prices, completely ignored her instructions.

This made Fujiwara Rina realize the seriousness of the matter, and even at the expense of missing Wu Tao's appointment, she had to rush back to deal with it in person......

After listening to the ins and outs, Wu Tao understood.

It's just that Xiao Ruiguang didn't have any news from his side, and Bacheng didn't have much reaction to the rise in iron ore prices.

But even so, Reina Fujiwara's response is commendable.

And what is even more gratifying is that this old-school restlessness was successfully suppressed by her.

It can be seen that this beautiful president of Toei has also grown a lot.

So on the phone, Wu Tao quietly responded to Fujiwara Reina's report, on the one hand, without putting too much pressure on her, and on the other hand, expressing enough praise for her behavior without a trace.

Hanging up the phone of Rina Fujiwara, the convoy has entered the territory of Bac River.

Wu Tao came back to his senses and ordered the convoy to be broken into pieces, so as not to be too eye-catching in his hometown of Beijiang.

Then he fell into the pondering of iron ore.

Now that the domestic real estate industry is in the rising period of the first wave of explosive rise, Xiao Ruiguang's Zhongguang Iron and Steel Group has made a lot of money, and naturally lacks sensitivity to the price of iron ore raw materials.

Again, Zhongguang Iron and Steel Group has always attached more importance to technology research and development, and its technological advantages also determine that they are less dependent on high-quality iron ore than other domestic iron and steel groups.

After pondering like this for a while, Wu Tao himself analyzed the difference.

Rao is like this, he made up his mind, and still called Xiao Ruiguang.

As soon as the phone was connected, Xiao Ruiguang's hearty laughter came immediately, which almost immediately confirmed Wu Tao's own judgment.

Otherwise, if he is really troubled by the rising price of raw materials, Xiao Ruiguang may not be able to laugh at all.

After three or two words of greetings, Wu Tao decisively got to the point and asked about the rise in raw material prices.

As a result, Xiao Ruiguang slapped his thigh, and said in a higher voice: "The price of raw materials has risen this time, which has really helped Zhongguang a lot!"

Wu Tao was confused when he heard this.

Xiao Ruiguang's excited voice gushed endlessly: "Last year, when I had plenty of funds on hand, I bought a large number of high-quality raw materials in one go through President Fujiwara's relationship. According to the consumption of Zhongguang, it is enough for at least three years!"

“…… Therefore, the rise in raw material prices this year has not affected Zhongguang, but has helped Zhongguang unexpectedly seize a lot of market share. My subordinates have just taken stock, and their performance has directly doubled compared to last year......"

It turns out that there is such a thing.

No wonder Xiao Ruiguang not only didn't react at all, but was so happy that he couldn't keep his mouth shut, so that he finally remembered to ask Wu Tao about his motive for making this phone call.

As a result, Wu Tao took the phone and began to hesitate.

The other party is now proud of the spring breeze, and his own good advice is a little out of place.

But as soon as he thought of the impressive incident of BHP Billiton in the future, Wu Tao felt the need to say ugly things forward.

"Brother Xiao, I would like to congratulate Zhongguang Steel on its major breakthroughs and outstanding performance this year......"

As soon as he heard Wu Tao's tone change sharply, Xiao Ruiguang, who had been fluttering, also smelled a trace of unusual meaning: "Brother, if you have anything to say, just say it, follow me, you don't have to beat around the bush." ”

In this case, Wu Tao's voice was also a little louder, "I mean, since most of the domestic high-quality iron ore relies on imports, then we can't sit idly by and ignore this price increase." ”

“…… Because with the rapid development of the domestic real estate industry, the steel industry has experienced several rises. By then, there will be more iron ore that needs to be imported domestically. Therefore, now it is up to the raw material suppliers to raise the price, and in the future only the right and opportunity to discuss the price. ”

“…… Therefore, since Zhongguang Group has a seat in the bargaining, it is best to take advantage of this opportunity. On the one hand, it can enhance its influence in the domestic steel industry, and on the other hand, it must at least make raw material suppliers fearful. ”

"It's a rainy day. Xiao Ruiguang's face became solemn, and he was even a little ashamed in his heart.

His own pattern, compared to Wu Tao, is a little shallower after all.

However, Wu Tao's words are not finished, "It is precisely because of the lasting development of the real estate industry that it may become easy for the steel industry to make money in the future." But even so, I suggest that Zhongguang should not forget about the accumulation of technology and reduce the investment in technology. ”

Xiao Ruiguang reorganized his thoughts and said in a straight voice: "Don't worry, brother." This time, Nakamitsu tasted the sweetness, and it was precisely because I listened to your advice before. So what you say, I'll do it. Immediately, I will join forces with domestic steel manufacturers to protest against the rise in raw material prices......"

Left and right chatted with Xiao Ruiguang for a while, and the two sides ended the call happily.

Putting down the phone and looking out the window, I found that the car had entered the boundary of Bin Lake. Looking at it without paying attention, Wu Tao even thought that he had come to some kind of new socialist countryside.

The farmland is connected into patches, all large-scale planting, and water conservancy facilities are readily available.

The asphalt road is six lanes in both directions, which is also much wider than ordinary country roads. What's even more conspicuous is that there are significantly more cars on the road.

There is an endless stream of motorcycles, mixed with a lot of four-wheeled vehicles, so that Wu Tao's two cars, except for the brand, are not so prominent.

Approaching the head of Liyuan Village, the scenery has changed again.

From a distance, in addition to his own family and Uncle Dai, there are many farmhouses with different themes in the village.

The whole Liyuan Village has become a modern village focusing on the development of farmhouses.

This is the development situation that An Dingguo thought about day and night, but he didn't expect it to be realized in the hands of Liu Minhao.

"It seems that Uncle Liu has done a good job!"

A simple word of appreciation, Liu Ruoxi was even happier than praising herself. Wu Tao saw it in his eyes and said with a smile: "When you go home in a while, take some gifts from the car and bring them, don't be empty-handed." ”

Speaking of family affairs, Liu Ruoxi is also a little arrogant, "It's good for their baby daughter to come back, what more gift do ......you want?"

Wu Tao was speechless for a while, and then waved his hand angrily: "Okay, just take it as if I brought it to them, okay?"