Chapter 488 Tianhe Smith Barney Securities

Zhou Shi did not participate in the Davos Forum for several consecutive years, mainly because he felt that he did not have the right identity and status to participate in such activities, and he could not be said to be the big boss behind Galaxy Capital, and he was also the major shareholder of Baidu, Alibaba, and Time Friends. The theme of this year's edition is quite interesting, and one of them is closely related to the Internet: "The Internet Changes Everything". Now, this statement is full of prophetic meaning. At least in less than a decade, the social living environment in China has been greatly changed by the Internet.

But at the Davos forum, which concluded on February 1, they identified six of the most important themes for the coming year, with the establishment of global cooperation mechanisms and the strengthening of the ethics of financial institutions in the spotlight. The six themes are: new value systems, addressing global risks and systemic failures, effective institutions, economic and social welfare, sustainability, and security.

The European debt crisis, especially the Greek debt crisis, which began after the subprime mortgage crisis, has filled the world with uncertainty and reduced mutual trust between countries to new lows. However, Ye Yang, an Analysys international think tank, also made a big splash at this meeting and provided a lot of suggestions for solving the European debt crisis. The previous successive warnings have made a good start to the reputation of Analysys International Think Tank in the world, especially the reputation of high-level officials in various countries. Including Vice President Li, who attended the meeting, also expressed goodwill to Ye Yang.

"Chinese power" is a word widely used by Analysys International at the Davos Forum, and only by speeding up the process of European integration and introducing Chinese power to balance Europe's social economy can Europe get out of the debt crisis in the shortest possible time. In the analysia concept, China's power includes capital and markets, as well as China's high-quality workers and fighting spirit, and so on.

Listening to Ye Yang's excited voice on the phone, Zhou Shi was also very happy, he didn't have much idea about Analysys International, anyway, he was not short of money, he could let these people toss at will, and it was a contribution to Huaxia that he did, and it was nothing if he failed, so he accidentally burned his hands while cooking.

Europe's Davos didn't have much of an impact on Silicon Valley's Zhoushi, the world's top Vanity Fair, and it's a good place to pretend. What he is most concerned about now is the affairs of Tianhe Securities, and with desire comes flaws, which gives others an opportunity to take advantage of. Greed is the best way to amplify the crisis, and Da Mo's proposal to transfer part of their business is the biggest temptation for Tianhe Securities. As for what Da Mo thinks about Tianhe Securities, it doesn't matter, a weak giant will naturally be coveted by many parties. The strength of Galaxy Capital itself is the biggest enemy of all conspiracies. The financing of Zhou Shi's various companies is to make friends and expand his business circle. It is also to use these visible profits to let Da Mo take the initiative to reveal his motives.

The discord between Galaxy Capital and Goldman Sachs should be seen by someone on Wall Street, and Da Mo should not be unaware. This collaboration may be to test Zhou Shiluhe's ability, and if there is an opportunity, they may not mind taking a hard bite. If Galaxy Capital's capabilities are recognized by them, they may also cooperate honestly. Most of the capital is like this, and it can't be said to be good or bad. In fact, some domestic capital is eyeing Zhou Shi's industry, and if he can give Zhou Shi enough help, he doesn't mind giving up some of his interests. But in any case, the dominant power should be in his own hands, and must not be persecuted.

"The addition of Da Mo has made a big change in this matter, Citigroup does not want to transfer all the securities business, but wants to establish a joint venture with us, and Da Mo also has this idea. Gorman said.

"Joint venture, I think it's okay!" Zhou Shi turned his head to look at Lu He, didn't he agree, there is not much benefit to maintaining a wholly-owned and opaque company, and he originally planned that Tianhe Securities would be listed at some point in the future.

"It's not just a joint venture, to be precise, they want to merge with our main securities company, that is, Tianhe Securities. "Gorman

"So?" Zhou Shi hesitated a little, Tianhe Securities split out some assets with Da Mo, Citi These industries are more beneficial to Galaxy Capital, but if it is replaced by Tianhe Securities, the meaning is different. To be honest, even if Zhou Shi now controls these companies, for Da Mo, who is familiar with the rules of the game in the United States and can even change the rules of the game, there are still many ways to subvert Zhou Shi's control. For example, let Zhou Shi's cash flow break and so on.

"What do you think?" Zhou Shi asked Lu He, after Lu He was injured, he is basically back to normal now, but his energy is still a little lacking.

"This is both a danger and an opportunity for us, in fact, the most test is Gorman's ability," Lu He

Zhou Shi thought about it, if the new Tianhe Securities is not well managed after the merger, it will obviously have a great impact on the control of the company. China has long had experience in China, only development is the last word, whether it is a state power or a corporate entity, its own development stagnation is the most fundamental reason for the transfer of control. His gaze naturally came to Gorman.

"I'm still very sure about the new company, whether it's the economy or the sales business, it won't disappoint. However, there is a key point, which is the name of the company, and such a new brand is not conducive to our development. "Gorman

"The name was just a stopgap measure, and we initially wanted to revive the Lehman brand, but now it seems unrealistic. "Zhou Shi, the Lehman brand is notorious, and there are people who don't want them to get this name.

"In other words, Mr. Zhou doesn't mind the company changing its name?" Gorman

"As long as it's not a change of owner, most of the others are acceptable. "Zhou Shi

"Okay, with Mr. Zhou's words, I have confidence. "Gorman

"What kind of name do you want to change for the company?" Zhou Shi

"Are you telling the truth about Meibang Securities?"

"That's right, I want to buy Milbank directly, including this brand. "Gorman

"Miland Securities, Salomon Smith Barney?" Zhou Shi

"Only Milbank, Milbond Securities. "Gorman

Smith Barney is a 136-year-old saga that expanded its business from property insurance to investment banking, commercial credit and financing services when Travelers Group acquired Smith Barney. Then in 97, it acquired Salomon Brothers, the fifth largest securities company in the United States, and merged with Citibank in 98, which led to the later Citigroup.

"Tianhe Meibang Securities Company?" Zhou Shi read it several times in a row, and he felt pretty good.

Meibang is Meibang, Goleman thought speechlessly!

(End of chapter)