Murdoch groaned, he knew very well how powerful the people he was meeting with today were.

Although the current U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Macridge, Macridge has huge power in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

Although Pexgreen is not as strong as Macridge, he has more friends in the United States because of his gentle personality.

Needless to say, Marvin Davis, a multi-billion dollar oil tycoon with a stake in Fox and Pebble Beach, known as the best entertainment destination in the United States, has a larger social network in the United States.

And Michael Steinhardt, who, despite his harmless appearance and always smiling face, is one of the most powerful people on Wall Street.

Although Yannick didn't know much about it before, he didn't dare to underestimate it, because this cooperation was contacted by Yannick as an intermediary.

Moreover, Yannick had close ties with the British side and had close ties with the royal family. What's more, he also has a private bank in his hands, and his customer base also represents his network, and no one can predict how much of a role these people can play.

While he was still thinking about it, Yannick spoke. "Jonas, don't you think such an act is too radical? Hoffmann Bank's development is based on stability, and we would rather give up a hundred chances than risk our customers' funds. ”

Jonas asked rhetorically, "Hoffman Bank doesn't have to risk customers' funds, because these money belong to Uncle Mark and Uncle Marvin, and we at Hoffman Bank only provide services as a service provider." ”

Everyone was stunned again, and Macridge smiled: "Then why don't I just get the cash, I can invest in other aspects, so as to save more energy." ”

"Because Uncle Mark needs to have a voice in the media. Jonas smiled and said, "What's more, although Hoffman Bank only acts as a fund manager, if Uncle Mark needs funds, Hoffman Bank also has a close commercial bank that can provide funds." ”

This sentence really shocked everyone, because this sentence formed a successful chain of capital and equity relations from the beginning of Jonas to the present.

Macridge sells shares, Murdoch buys shares, Hoffman Bank provides services, and everything looks very clear on the surface.

However, the funds were paid by the commercial banks, and the Hoffmann Bank acted as a guarantee, and the equity was actually in the hands of the Hoffmann Bank.

It seems that Hoffman Bank has taken a lot of risks, but it is important to know that the risk is actually shared by three parties, and Macridge will not let Hoffman Bank take too much risk in order not to lose his voice in the media world.

Even, when he doesn't need to use the money, he doesn't need to use the funds of commercial banks at all.

If this is the case, Hoffman Bank does not need to take risks at all, but will gain a lot of benefits by becoming a trading service provider for Fox's equity.

At the same time, Hoffman became a shareholder in the apparent news corp. All the risks are focused on the value of News Corp.'s future equity.

But as Jonas recalls, there is little risk of a depreciation of News Corp.'s stake. The company's net worth will not exceed $2 billion now, and it will appreciate more than tenfold in the future.

Everyone started to think about it, but Hannah's focus wasn't here.

She asked with some concern, "Jonas, are you thinking of all this?"

"Of course, Grandma. Two hours ago, I had no idea that today's guests would be Uncle Mark and them. ”

A little doubt in the hearts of the people was gone, and it was true that Jonas had not seen them at all two hours before.

Jonas has been cooking under their noses all this time, and the relationship between them is guessed by Jonas, and even this kind of equity transaction will only be considered by him during this time.

This can only show one point, that is, there is no conspiracy involved in this matter, and all the evidence proves that Jonas has a high IQ.

Hannah looked at Yannick and said, "Yannick, I think Jonas's proposal is very operational, even for Hoffman Bank, an equity deal involving hundreds of millions of dollars is a big business and the risk is very low. ”

Yannick nodded, stared at Jonas for a moment, and then said to Macridge: "Mark, Hoffman Bank is willing to be the receiver of your shares, and then make a deal with Mr. Murdoch, and at the same time, we will also negotiate with other banks to provide you with a sum of money that can be used at any time." ”

Macridge laughed: "This equity is not a big asset for me, and if Hoffman Bank can ensure the transfer of funds, I am certainly willing to let you take charge." ”

"That is, there are no differences between us. Yannick looked at Murdoch again and asked, "What do you think, Mr. Murdoch?"

Murdoch pondered and said, "There are two more issues to consider. ”

"Speak. ”

"First of all, I have no objection to Hoffman Bank becoming a shareholder of News Corp. at the price of Fox's shares, but the extent to which News Corp. will speak for Mr. Rich in the media needs to be negotiated, and News Corp. cannot at any time destroy itself because of its position. ”

Of course, Hoffman Bank, as a shareholder of News Corporation, would not want to see News Corp. decline, and at that time, it was Hoffman Bank that had the greatest impact. ”

Second, when Hoffman became a shareholder of News Corp., he had to fulfill his obligations as a shareholder and organize at least one or two business receptions a year to help News Corp. expand its business and social circles in Europe and the United States. ”

Yannick smiled: "This in itself is the obligation of Hoffmann Bank, and Mr. Murdoch should not doubt the professionalism of Hoffman Bank, in Europe and the United States, we have a network of rich people all over the world, many of whom are old media families." Whether it's an acquisition of equity or a controlling stake, Hoffmann Bank offers first-class service. ”

"It's all going to be written into the contract. ”

"No problem. ”

"Then I have no further opinions, and I hope that you and Mr. Rich will complete the equity transaction, and then talk about our cooperation. ”

Although Murdoch was willing to develop a deeper relationship with Macridge, on the surface, he had to distance himself from Ritchie.

Yannick raised his glass and smiled, "Then I wish us success in our cooperation." ”

Murdoch raised his glass and said, "All of Fox's shares must be valued at actual value, and Hoffman Bank cannot trade at a premium in the middle." ”

Yannick also said: "News Corp's assessment also needs to be carried out by a third party. ”

"Of course. ”

Everyone raised their glasses, and Jonas quickly picked up the bottle and got up to pour it for them.

Although this suggestion was made by Jonas, he is not qualified to participate. Because he only provides an idea, and in the actual operation, he does not play a role at all.

When he came to Mark Davis's side and poured him a drink, he smiled and asked, "Jonas, do you really think Fox is worth looking forward to in the future?"

Jonas laughs: "I don't know about the TV industry, but at least I can know what movies are good and what movies make money. ”

Coming from later generations, of course, he knew that the film companies in the eighties and nineties were not having a good time, and since the eighties, the shooting of blockbuster movies has entered the groping stage, and many companies have taken a lot of detours.

But for him, he can clearly grasp the pulse of the times, so he also dares to speak out.

"Jonas, humility and prudence are the foundation of a successful person. You did well today, but that's not a reason for pride. ”

"Yes, Dad. I don't understand the professional issues, but if it's just a selection of films, I think I'll be able to do it. ”

Yannick was a little helpless, and said with a stern expression: "I originally wanted to reward you for your performance today, but please don't wear down my favor." ”

Marvin Davis hurriedly smiled and said, "Yannick, you are too Jonas. If he were my son, I would be so happy that I couldn't sleep. ”

Macridge said, "Do you really want to have a stage to show your strengths?"

Jonas thought for a moment and said, "Maybe, but I'm not in a hurry, after all, I still have half a year to enter college." ”

Macridge turned to Yannick and said, "Since Jonas has that confidence, I think it's a good idea to have a part-time job for him in Fox's investment production department." ”

Yannick objected, "Mark, he doesn't understand anything. ”

Macridge shook his head and said, "Yannick, we don't want to give Jonas a lot of power, we just give Jonas a copy of all the film projects that the company is going to set up, and then let him give an evaluation and prediction of each film."

In the first year, we can just do it, but if his opinion is in line with the market performance, I think, it's not too late to give him the corresponding power, what do you say?"

Jonas just wanted to hug Macridge and kiss them at this time, and his suggestion can be said to be completely in line with Jonas's positioning for himself.

If you want to talk about how to make a movie and how to prepare, he doesn't understand, and he has no interest in getting involved.

But if he is just asked to pick out those movies that are worth making and which ones can make money, then he is simply handy.

Even Murdoch, the future owner, had no problem with Macridge's suggestion, as Jonas was not given the authority to write an evaluation report at first.

If Jonas's opinion is correct every time, at that time, Jonas will be willingly given more power.

Hannah looked at Jonas and asked, "Jonas, do you really want to get into the film industry?"

"No, Grandma, I just want to add some life experience, I have no interest in the film industry, I just have an interest in developing Fox into the biggest studio. ”

Yannick said: "Don't let that delay your studies. ”

Jonas laughed: "It's just that I write a report every quarter for some scripts and project films, which won't delay my studies." ”

Yannick and Hannah glanced at each other and turned to Jonas and said, "Then please cherish your rights." ”

Jonas said dissatisfiedly, "I haven't talked about how high my salary is!"

This sentence, which was still childlike, made everyone laugh.