Chapter 755: Bloomberg

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And compared with ordinary clubs, the gross profit margin of this top-of-the-line high-end club is much higher. In the case of his Cold Mountain Residence in San Francisco, for example, throughout 2004, the return on membership dues, food and beverage revenues and other expenses combined was $118 million, and the gross profit margin was as high as 51.3%.

Of course, the generation of such high income and high gross profit relies heavily on the connections and connections of the club owner. If Guo Shouyun didn't have his current status, Hanshan Villa would be nothing.

"Squeak!"

When Guo Shouyun pushed open the door of the No. 9 box on the second floor, the people inside also subconsciously looked towards the door. As soon as the eyes of the two sides met, Guo Shouyun smiled and walked over to the middle-aged man who was about to get up, wearing a black suit, with sharp eyes and a serious expression.

"Mr. Bloomberg, it is a great honor to meet you. ”

Mr. Guo was polite. It is also an honour for me to meet such a young talent as Your Excellency. ”

Michael Bloomberg looked at the young man in front of him. Although he had been mentally prepared for a long time, thinking of the other party's achievements and looking at his face, which was younger than his own son, this visual and psychological impact still made him feel a little complicated.

If you use one sentence to describe his psychology at the moment, 'giving birth to a son should be like Sun Zhongmou' is probably the most appropriate.

Guo Shouyun smiled, "Please take a seat!"

"Thank you!"

After Wang Jue and Wu Xiaojing beckoned the service staff to serve tea.

"Mr. Bloomberg has always been a business veteran whom I have great respect for, and your leadership and management skills are admirable in your leadership and management ability to rise to become the world's largest business and financial company, beating out Townsend & Co. and Reuters (which are now not merged). Most impressively, in addition to business, Mr. Bloomberg also had an amazing talent for politics. ”

“… Since his appointment as mayor of New York City in November 2001, he has not only been a powerful reassuring citizen who was terrified by 9/11. It also created tens of thousands of jobs for New York City over the next few years, turning a $6 billion deficit into a multibillion-dollar surplus. and led the city government to increase New York's high school graduation rate by 40 percent, reduce crime by one-third, and make New York one of the safest cities in the world. Reduced New York City's carbon emissions by nearly 20 percent and increased life expectancy by three years. ”

“… Mr. Bloomberg's business and political accomplishments are more impressive than mine!"

Humans are animals that need to be affirmed. Even emperors like to hear good things, and Michael Bloomberg is no different. What's more, it was Guo Shouyun who said these words, a person who rose rapidly and has an amazing position in the global business community, especially the financial world.

Mr. Guo was polite. Although I have some achievements in politics, I am far behind Mr. Guo in business. Not to mention anything else, just Merrill Lynch's strength and influence surpass Bloomberg by a lot. Michael Bloomberg laughs.

"It's really a pleasure to get Your Excellency's affirmation!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun's eyes flashed, "Does Mr. Bloomberg think that the merger of Merrill Lynch and Phoenix is a monopoly?"

Looking at his gaze, Michael Bloomberg's heart moved.

"Mr. Guo, I'm afraid this question is not something I can answer. You need to convince the American public that the Phoenix-Merrill Lynch partnership is not a monopoly on the financial industry. ”

But in order to convince the American public, they need an opportunity or channel that allows them to learn the truth about the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch. Guo Shouyun stared at Bloomberg.

The latter's eyes flashed, he had thought of the reason why Guo Shouyun met him before he came, and now that everything was as he guessed, there was no need to keep the answer he had thought of. Before that, though, he has a few questions to ask.

"Mr. Guo, Merrill Lynch has been selling off its private equity holdings all this time, and I'm curious about the reason for that? ”

"We just need some capital to reduce Merrill Lynch's exposure and invest in emerging sectors with higher returns. Also, I prefer to concentrate on private equity rather than cast a wide net, so you see, we didn't sell our shares in Bloomberg and Verizon. Guo Shouyun replied.

Michael Bloomberg nodded knowingly, then looked directly at him and said, "What if Bloomberg also opposes the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch?"

"I've always been very cautious about private equity because of the amount of money I invest. In addition to the need to understand the details of the company's operations, the company's leadership is also an important part of the company. In particular, a well-connected leader is more likely to gain my trust. After a pause, Guo Shouyun smiled and said, "I think Mr. Bloomberg understands what I mean!"

"Mr. Guo has already said it so clearly, how can I not understand!"

Merrill Lynch holds more than 20% of Bloomberg's equity, such a heavy proportion, if a large area is sold, it will definitely cause panic in the market, if Merrill Lynch takes the opportunity to short, he is very sure that if he refuses Guo Shouyun's cooperation, then Merrill Lynch, Phoenix, and even Thunder and Hanhua Holdings, which are far away in the East, will join the action of shorting Bloomberg.

Under this series of blows, it is a sure thing that Bloomberg's share price will fall by two or three percent, and if the situation is worse, it will be more. At that time, not only will his worth shrink significantly, but Bloomberg's own business will also be affected. There is no way to recover in the world for two or three years or more.

In contrast, agreeing to cooperate with the other party can not only attract a business for Bloomberg, but also close the relationship with this young rich man who has risen rapidly and has not yet seen the apex.

Of course, he also received calls from some Wall Street friends, such as Goldman Sachs and senior people within Citigroup, asking him to refuse to cooperate with Bruce Guo. But just empty promises, even small benefits, could not impress him at all.

"It's good that Mr. Bloomberg understands. In addition, if you are willing, after the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch, we will launch a financing, and I personally hope that you will be able to participate!"

Michael Bloomberg's eyes lit up, this was a good opportunity to make money.

"When is Mr. Guo going to raise money?"

"The exact timing has not yet been decided, but it will definitely be in this quarter. The amount of financing is tentatively set at $20 billion, which will increase or decrease depending on the situation. Guo Shouyun said.

"$20 billion is not a small amount. Bloomberg's pupils narrowed.

"There are too many people who are interested in Phoenix Merrill Lynch, and I'm afraid that there will be less and not enough points. ”

"Mr. Guo is not afraid of too much financing and losing control of the company?"

Guo Shouyun smiled faintly, "As long as I can still make money for everyone, I believe that the board of directors will still support me as the chairman of the board of directors of Phoenix Merrill Lynch." As for control, don't the Schiff Family Foundation, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Lehman think that the merger of Phoenix and Merrill Lynch is a kind of monopoly? ”

"Mr. Guo's open-mindedness is admirable. I think your choice will definitely give Phoenix Merrill Lynch a more brilliant future. ”

"It's supposed to be us. ”

Looking at his smiling face with deep meaning, Michael Bloomberg suddenly smiled: "That's right, it should indeed be said that it is us!"

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