Chapter 322: Attack Everywhere
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"Mr. Wei, with all due respect, although I am also BMW, it is almost impossible to control BMW, first of all, BMW is one of the most famous car brands in Germany, and even if a purchase agreement is reached with shareholders, it will take a lot of effort to get the German government to approve it. β
"Of course, if you, boss, you are German, this is not a problem, as a Hong Konger, it is difficult to get German approval. β
"Secondly, BMW's largest shareholder is the German Covant family, although this family is very low-key, but its strength is undoubted, it controls many large German enterprises, and it is very difficult, almost impossible, to get a controlling stake in BMW from it. β
Hearing this, Wei Xiong sighed and said: "I didn't know that it was difficult to buy BMW, but Germany's industrial technology is world-renowned, and the automobile industry is even more so." If I want to invest in the automotive industry, the three major automotive manufacturers in Germany are the best choice. β
"Forget it, since you're not optimistic about it, then let's put this matter aside for the time being, and we'll talk about it later. At present, the most important thing for us is to control a large bank as a fund settlement and operation center, which is more conducive to the development of the group. Do you have any thoughts on this?"
"I think the same way, in fact, I have been evaluating several banks all this time, and finally I have concluded that Standard Chartered Bank is the most suitable. β
"Although the performance of Standard Chartered Bank in the past two years has not been good, and it was almost acquired by Rice Bank last year, the bank's bad debts are still in a bearable position. And after more than 100 years of development, Standard Chartered's network has spread all over the world. β
"Another point is that Standard Chartered Bank is headquartered in Hong Kong, and if Mr. Wei wants to locate his business center in Hong Kong, Standard Chartered is the best choice. β
Wei Xiong smiled: "Your idea really coincides with mine, Standard Chartered Bank is indeed the best choice, I have already negotiated with Qiu Degen, and he will sell me 11.55% of the Standard Chartered shares at a premium of 30%." In addition, I also made an appointment with Bao Yugang to meet later. β
"I didn't expect Mr. Wei's movements to be so fast. Gu Guofu was really a little surprised, he didn't expect that he would go to South Korea for two days, and Wei Xiong would already be operating to acquire Standard Chartered: "Bao Yugang has 13.7% of the Standard Chartered shares in his hands, plus Qiu Degen's 11.55%, which is 25.25%. β
"Standard Chartered has about 33% of the shares circulating in the market, and if we move fast enough and suppress the share price of Standard Chartered Bank at any cost, it is not impossible to acquire more than 25% of the shares and complete the control of Standard Chartered before the other party reacts. β
Wei Xiong nodded: "I think the same way, Guan JiΓ n is to be secretive, to move quickly, and to spend more money is not closed." I'll leave it to you. β
"Okay, if there's nothing else to do, I'll take my leave. With that, Gu Guofu sorted out the Wen JiΓ n that he had brought over, and then got up and planned to leave.
"Wait, if you have time these days, get me a detailed information about the British car manufacturer. Wei Xiong stopped Gu Guofu and said.
Since it is too difficult to buy a German car manufacturer, he has put his bet on the British, you must know that Rolls-Royce, Jaguar, Land Rover and other world-famous luxury car brands are all from the United Kingdom, and the quality of British cars is also very good.
But under the huge competition in the international market, British cars have been defeated, and top luxury car brands such as Rolls-Royce can barely survive, like Land Rover, which is almost on the verge of discontinuation. In this recession, he can just make a move.
Of course, whether or not to buy a British car manufacturer requires a lot of careful analysis and planning before making a final decision.
"Okay, in just two days, I think I'll be able to get all the information you need. "Gu Guofu has always been full of self-confidence in his ability to work.
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As soon as Gu Guofu walked on the front foot, Ouyang Yalan came in on the back foot.
"Boss, this is the box office of the "Police Story Sequel" just announced by Golden Harvest. Ouyang Yalan put a copy of the text in front of Wei Xiong.
9.83 million!
It should be good to have nearly 10 million at the box office in the first week.
But the problem is that this is a movie starring Cheng Long, and it has high hopes from Cheng Long, Zou Wenhuai and others, and the box office of 10 million is obviously a little worse.
As normal.
By the time of the next draw, the box office should be around 25 million.
This number jΓΉ is much worse than the number jΓΉ in Wei Xiong's memory. And the reason why this situation occurs is actually very simple.
Wei Xiong used the same trick as he did against the "Plan A Sequel".
It's just that this time the film was changed to "Top Secret Mission".
Originally, according to Paramount's plan, "Top Secret Mission" should be released at the end of October, but Wei Xiong insisted on setting the premiere time for November 7.
Because November 9 is the premiere day of "Police Story Sequel".
And when the premiere date of "Top Secret Mission" was announced.
There have been a lot of reports in the Hong Kong media again about Wei Xiong deliberately sniping at the "Police Story Sequel" with "Top Secret Mission".
In this regard, the Weishi Group naturally denied it.
He also pointed out that the premiere date was set for November 7, which was entirely a decision on Paramount's side.
It's a pity that who believes this kind of thing.
One time may be a coincidence, and two times in a row can no longer be a coincidence, but what is the purpose of Wei Xiong's doing this? Or the first time is a coincidence.
The second time was intentional because of the ban on Cheng Long?
The reasons for this are varied.
"Hehe, it seems that the power of "Top Secret Mission" is indeed extraordinary. Wei Xiong closed the text and threw it on the table, his face revealing a slight XiΓ o.
Yesterday, "Top Secret Mission" came out at the box office in the United States and Hong Kong in the first week.
$63.27 million in the United States.
Hong Kong 15.78 million Hong Kong dollars.
Not to mention the US box office, the Hong Kong box office alone has completely exploded "Police Story Sequel".
Although "Top Secret Mission" does not have as thrilling fight scenes as "Police Story Sequel", it is due to the use of a lot of hot martial arts.
The overall feeling is more hot and exciting.
And in terms of storyline, "Top Secret Mission" is also far superior to "Police Story Sequel".
Say something nasty.
Cheng Long has made so many films, and almost none of them are truly outstanding in terms of plot, including a few made in Hollywood.
Almost all of them rely on fight scenes to earn box office.
Of course, the box office of "Police Story Sequel" can only have such a box office because of the popularity left over from the first episode. β
"You're getting better at talking, is there anything else?"
"Just now, the Central State Administration of Radio, Film and Television from the mainland called HuΓ and said that our application has been approved, but we are only allowed to introduce a maximum of 10 films per year, and there are additional conditions. β
"What's the strings attached?"
Wei Xiong's brows furrowed slightly.
Back in
The content is to allow Webster's films to be screened in the mainland.
It's been four months now, and the efficiency is really slow enough, and there are additional conditions? But for this, he is mentally prepared.
"One-third of the box office of each film must be handed over to the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television. β
"Another third will stay in the mainland for investment. β
Wei Xiong nodded, which means that only one-third of the box office can be taken back to Hong Kong, and he is quite acceptable to such conditions.
You must know that there are almost no pure commercial films in the mainland today.
As long as Wei's films enter the mainland market, they will inevitably be wildly popular, even if only one-third of the box office is enough for him to make a lot of money.
Of course, making money is only one of the purposes.
The most important thing is to explore the mainland market.
As for the appetite of the State Administration of Radio, Film and Television, it was already expected by him, and even the share was lower than he expected.
"Yes, according to their requirements, you can talk to Zhiwei and ask him to send someone to the mainland to complete the formalities, so as not to have too many dreams at night. β
"yes, I see. β
In addition, I received two invitations. β
"Invitation?" Wei Xiong didn't care, thinking that it was another invitation to a charity gala or auction, and he had received too many invitations of this kind.
"An invitation letter from the Hong Kong-Macao Office of the Mainland, forwarded by the Hong Kong branch of the Xinhua News Agency. β
"I invite you to visit Beijing when you are free. β
"The other is the British Secretary of State for Commerce, Allen?? Alexander's invitation to visit WΓ¨n England is accompanied by Alan's personal message. β
Wei Xiong raised his eyebrows, he knew the intention of these two invitations.
It's nothing more than wanting him to invest.
"You replied to the Hong Kong-Macao Office and the British Department of Commerce, saying that I would choose a suitable time to be invited. Also, give me Allen's electric huΓ . β
"Well, I'll reply. β
After speaking, Ouyang Yalan was about to turn around and go out.
"Wait. β
"What else?" Ouyang Yalan suddenly looked at Wei Xiong with a vigilant expression, thinking that Wei Xiong wanted that again, not that she didn't like it.
I ate it yesterday, and I'm still full.
Although women have a clear advantage over men when it comes to sex, no woman can truly be excessive.
Especially when meeting a man like Wei Xiong.
One meal is enough to last for several days.
The last time I went to New York with Wei Xiong, I got along for more than ten days, although every day Wei Xiong used True Qi to help her heal and soothe her body.
But after she came back, she still didn't dare to approach Wei Xiong for a full week.
"What do you want?"
Wei Xiong said funny and angry: "I want to ask Yoko Mitsui what she has been doing all this time, she is so busy with this and that she is about to forget about her." β
Ouyang Yalan glanced at Wei Xiong before speaking:
"It's very peaceful. β
"I stayed at home every day, occasionally went out to the streets, never went out at night, and often helped the maids clean the house. β
"Sometimes I ask you something. β
"That's right. Wei Xiong nodded heavily: "When you get back from work, let her pack her luggage, and I'll pick her up later." β
"Hmph, pervert. β
After Ouyang Yalan glanced at Wei Xiong again, she went out.
Seeing this, Wei Xiong couldn't help but smile slightly.
Since the incident with him, slowly, Ouyang Yalan's personality has been much more cheerful than before, and even Ouyang Yaqing said the same.
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Not long after Ouyang Yalan went out, Wei Xiong looked at the time, and when he saw that it was almost over, he left the company and came to the tea restaurant that he had made an appointment with Bao Yugang.
This is a quaint decorated tea restaurant, with a lot of customers, it should be some years old.
Since it was the first time he had a solo appointment with Bao Yugang.
Out of politeness, he specially advanced more than ten minutes, but by the time he arrived at the tea restaurant, Bao Yugang was already sitting on the sofa, leisurely sipping tea.
"I'm sorry to be old, I'm late. β
"Hehe, it's just that I'm here early, it's not even four o'clock, and you're still here early. As he spoke, Bao Yugang also looked at his watch.
"You may be seated, please be seated. β
When Wei Xiong sat down opposite, Bao Yugang said with a smile: "When people are old, sometimes they like to sit quietly alone and taste tea." β
"Bao Lao's words are wrong. β
"Uncle Sixth is more than ten years older than you, he doesn't say that he is old, Bao Lao, you are still young. "Everyone loves to hear good words, and Bao Yugang is no exception.
Hearing Wei Xiong say this, he immediately smiled.
"Shao Lao Liu, that person is not old-hearted, there are so many TVB warblers and Yanyan around him all day long, even if it is ten years later, he will not recognize his old age. β
"I think that's good. β
"Hehe, I forgot that your kid is known as the most romantic playboy in Hong Kong, and I'm afraid it is even better than Shao Lao Liu. β
"It's just about making a difference. β
Bao Yugang smiled: "You're right, it's just the pursuit of difference, but when I was young, I didn't have capital like you." β
"Sure enough, it's a hero out of a teenager. β
"This time the stock market crash in the United States swept the world, and even the Hong Kong stock market was greatly affected. β
"The last blockbuster knocked the Yankees hard, which is really jaw-dropping and happy. β
"Hehe, it's just a coincidence. β
Wei Xiong said lightly, and then entered the topic: "I asked Bao Lao to come out today, in fact, there is something that needs Bao Lao's help." β
"Oh, if there's anything you say, I won't shirk if I can help. β
"That's right, I'm going to buy Standard Chartered Bank. β
"Buying Standard Chartered Bank?"
Bao Yugang was shocked, but he didn't expect Wei Xiong to actually want to buy Standard Chartered Bank, you must know that Standard Chartered Bank is a large global bank.
It also has the right to issue Hong Kong dollars.
It is crucial to the stability of Hong Kong's economy, otherwise he and Chiu would not have made a move when Rice Bank tried to buy Standard Chartered Bank last year.
But when I think of Wei Xiong's current net worth, I am relieved.
Having such a large asset does require the management of a dedicated bank.
"That's right, I want to buy the Standard Chartered shares in Bao Lao's hands. β
Bao Yugang nodded, but there was a deep groan on his face: "To tell you the truth, the reason why I bought the shares of Standard Chartered Bank in the first place. β
"Except that Rice Bank wants to move the headquarters of Standard Chartered Bank to the United Kingdom. β
"And because of Mr. Bright's invitation, if I sell you the shares without a word...... now" stopped in the middle of the sentence.
The so-called Mr. Bright is Cole?? Brett
Today, he is the President of Standard Chartered Bank.
Not only Bao Yugang, Qiu Degen is also because of Cole?? Bright's invitation, but unlike Pao, Chiu also runs a bank.
So one of them also has its own kaolΗ.
Wei Xiong doesn't know about Bao Yugang and Cole?? How is Bright's friendship, if it is a good friendship, I'm afraid this day will not be too smooth, he is about to speak.
Bao Yugang spoke first.
"Okay, anyway, I'm old, sooner or later, I'll be you young people, I'll be a villain, and what if I pit Cole once. β
"Thank you so much, Mr. Bao. β
Wei Xiong didn't expect Bao Yugang to be so talkative, and he glanced at the friendship and secretly sold the shares to him, regardless of whether there were other hidden secrets.
He confessed to this favor.
"You don't have to. β
"My friendship with Bright is also a business relationship, and a personal relationship can only be regarded as average. What's more, I'm so old, and I only have four daughters. β
"So I don't bother to bother with business matters anymore. β
The more Bao Yugang said this, the more Wei Xiong felt that he had confessed his feelings, and at this time, seeing Bao Yugang's expression a little lonely, he couldn't help but speak:
"Why should Bao Lao care about these mundane things. β
"I believe that your career can be carried forward in the hands of your son-in-law. β
"Huh. β
Bao Yugang shook his head and chuckled: "I'm not afraid of you young people's jokes, there are few of us old men who are not feudal, and we have worked hard all our lives." β
In the end, the family business fell into the hands of outsiders. β
"I don't feel comfortable. β
"Bao Lao said this, don't look at me young, but under the influence of my old man, my thinking is not much better than you old-timers. β
"If the same thing happens to me in the future. β
"I will definitely not be happy in my heart. β
"Hehe, I have a bit of a friendship with Brother Wei, his thoughts are similar to those of the old master in ancient times, and it's no wonder that you will influence him. β
"But you can't be like me. β
"Hong Kong's most romantic playboy will be afraid that he will not have a son in the future? haha......"
As he spoke, Bao Yugang couldn't help laughing.
Luckily, this is a private room, so even if you can hear it outside, it won't be very loud. As a person who was made fun of, Wei Xiong didn't care about it.
Mencius said, chromophobia. β
"Even Yasheng Mencius put women and food in an equally important position, let alone our descendants. β
Hearing this, Bao Yugang pointed at Wei Xiong and smiled:
"Hehe, it's really the same tone as your father. β
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Time flies, and before you know it, it's almost dusk.
Bao Yugang looked outside, and said unsatisfied: "It's been a long time since I've been so happy, but it's not too early, and we should go." β
"As for the shares, you can send someone to me tomorrow or sometime. β
"No problem, then I'll make an appointment another day. β
"Hehe, as long as you have time, I will accompany you at any time, anyway, I am not retired now, and I have time on weekdays. β
After separating from Bao Yugang.
After Wei Xiong accompanied Chen Hong to dinner first, he came to Sister Ouyang Yaqing's house.
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