If we can complete the AMC cinema line in the United States and the Oudian cinema line in the UK, it will undoubtedly easily complete the layout of the international territory, and will form the first cross-continental global cinema chain, become the world's largest cinema operator with absolute advantages, and gain the right to speak in the world film industry.

In that case, although he Arthur Boleyn is a "latecomer" in the world film industry, he can quickly rise to the role of "careerist". Dominating the two major film markets in North America and Europe, when the time comes, Arthur not only has a dream, but also an offensive strategy in the acquisition of a theater chain of the Celestial Empire.

What's more, Arthur also has a long-term strategy to develop the film industry. For this entry into the cinema market, he is not making short-term investments, but wants to create greater value through long-term operation.

To be honest, now that the discourse in the global film market is basically controlled by a few major American companies, it's time to change this pattern, of course, it needs to be changed little by little by Arthur.

"Looking back at the 100-year history of the world film industry, as early as the beginning of the 20th century, the United States controlled the world film market, and the Hollywood film industry is the most developed part of the world film industry.

In the past, only the six major Hollywood production companies in the United States had the ability to distribute films globally. Now, I want to have the right to speak and influence the world film industry by mastering the terminal channels.

The acquisition of AMC Cinemas in the United States is the first step for me to challenge the world's right to speak, and in order to swallow the largest cinema chain in Europe, it will truly establish my position as the new leader of the world film industry. ”

Arthur closed the document in his hand, the corners of his mouth rose slightly, a confident and indifferent smile appeared on his face, looked at the people at Barclays Bank opposite, and said in a factual tone.

The head of the Barclays bank did not disdain or despise Arthur's slightly arrogant words, and when they received the task, they had already learned in detail about the information sent to them by the headquarters about the young unspoken Earl in front of them.

How can Arthur's rise speed, as well as the operation and success of capital one by one, be underestimated, not to mention, the cooperation between the other party and Barclays Bank is very deep, and the London headquarters of Barclays Bank is very optimistic about the future of this young earl, and has also spent a lot of money to support and support, in order to follow each other for a long time to eat meat and drink soup.

"Controlling the theater chain is equivalent to having the right to speak at the end of the film industry. And this will have an economy of scope, which can also provide economic justification and motivation for your future business expansion in film production, distribution, etc. ”

The representative head of Barclays Bank smiled and agreed, "Moreover, according to our understanding and analysis, although AMC has been losing money for several years, it is largely due to the business model.

You should also see that AMC is now managed by 5 fund companies, which means that AMC is decentralized in core decision-making and management, and fund companies as financial investors cannot bring more resources that are helpful to the company's business, let alone carry out professional strategic layout.

Companies with large scale and market position that have failed in their business model are more likely to be profitable and reborn by adjusting their business model after acquisition. In this sense, AMC's previous losses are even a good thing.

This allows you to make a wholly owned acquisition of AMC at a lower price. ”

"Hmm. Arthur nodded slightly and said with a smile: "My acquisition team will arrive in a day, and I hope you can help me at that time." ”

"No problem, that's what we should do. ”

"Regarding the loan for the acquisition of AMC, no problem, right?" Arthur naturally couldn't come up with so much money to complete the acquisition of AMC Cinemas, to put it bluntly, he is now also a lice and is not afraid of bites, and the pie he painted depends on bank loans to become a reality.

However, Arthur is not worried that his debt ratio is too high, because in this regard, the bank is more careful and more attentive than him, if Arthur's assets are really too high debt ratio, there is a risk that the capital chain is broken, and he cannot repay the loan interest, Barclays will never continue to give Arthur loans for cross-border mergers and acquisitions.

Now, Barclays Bank not only gave Arthur a lot of help and made a lot of preparatory work for this acquisition, but also was willing to give Arthur full financial support, knowing that the acquisition of the British Odian Cinemas also needed Barclays' funds.

In fact, this also shows from the side that Barclays Bank is also optimistic that Arthur has completed the acquisition of two major cinema chains and formed a new transcontinental cinema line.

Of course, Barclays Bank is also very clear about Arthur's financial situation, and has also conducted a security assessment, whether it is the spot gold placed at the bottom of the box in the vault, or the successive acquisitions from the London gold market, and the mobile game studio that has entered the eyes of many forces and has become the cash printing machine of Arthur, the young earl, Barclays is very assured of Arthur's repayment ability.

"No problem, our North American division will continue to give you full support to complete the acquisition," the representative of Barclays replied with a smile and a very positive tone.

"Hehe, thank you!" Arthur didn't say too many words of thanks, everyone couldn't afford to be early.

After seeing off the Barclays bank, Arthur returned to his study and connected with Angela, an investment and financial advisor who was far away in London.

“。。。 Boss, if you really want to buy a wholly-owned acquisition, then the key is how much of the $2.2 billion will be used to buy equity and how much will be used to repay debts, which may become the biggest obstacle in the negotiations between the two parties, and how to repay debts is the key to the acquisition.

If we do not reduce our debts after the acquisition, it will be difficult for us to turn around our losses in the shortest possible time after the acquisition. AMC has $1.5 billion of notes maturing in 2014, 2019 and 2020 in its debt structure, which have higher interest costs.

In addition, according to the data we have gathered, the U.S. film industry has entered a stage of steady development, with U.S. moviegoers remaining between $1.33 billion and $1.4 billion per year over the past few years, and total box office revenue has increased by less than 5 percent. AMC's operating income has mostly remained around $2.5 billion in recent years.

So, if we can, it's best if we can move all of the $1.5 billion note into Barclays' hands, while adjusting the repayment cycle and interest. ”

Hearing Angela's words, Arthur's brows couldn't help frowning, and he said with some uncertainty: "I'm afraid Barclays Bank won't agree, after all, in this way, the risk they have to bear will rise." ”

"Hehe, boss, Barclays will agree!" Angela said with a confident smile.

"Hehe, what do you have a good idea?" Arthur asked with a happy smile when he heard Angela's words.

"All we have to do is tell Barclays that the $1.5 billion note will be passed on to the new company after the merger of AMC Cinemas and Odian Cinemas. After all, the vast majority of the cinemas in the Odian Cinema Line are located in prime locations in major European cities. In the past 12 months, the revenue is about 1.2 billion US dollars, accounting for about 20% of the market share in Europe, ranking first in the market share of major European films.

The advantages of the new company are very significant, and Barclays will definitely agree, after all, as long as the repayment ability is guaranteed, they can make a sure profit on this investment, and how can they miss such a high-quality investment. “

"Hehe, that's it, you let the acquisition team move as soon as possible, it's best to end the negotiations with Odian Cinemas at the same time, I want to make a big news, throw a zha bomb to the global film market, stir up the storm, and make a name for my new cinema company!" Arthur said with his eyes squinted slightly.

"Okay, boss, but even if you can't complete the deal at the same time, the merger of the two theater chains will be enough to shock the North American and European film markets, and when the time comes, I'm afraid that the happiest and most excited will be the British film industry, and they will see you as the savior of British cinema. ”

"Hehe, I'm not a savior, I want dollars and authority!" Arthur smiled happily.