Chapter 378: News worth $200 million
When Joseph. Ackerman said "Jamie. Damon", Zhong Shi understood what was going on.
Strictly speaking, this is the aftermath of the IG9 contract event. After punishing JP Morgan severely, Jamie. Dimon was not yet able to retaliate against Jongshi, because the other party's actions represented the will of European governments, and even to some extent had support from Washington. Unless he loses his mind, it is impossible to fight against either of these two forces.
Although you can't do something on the surface, it doesn't mean that you are doing nothing in the dark. In fact, whether it's speaking internally or socializing with people of the same level, Jamie. Dimon vaguely hinted that the main responsibility for this matter lies with Bell Stone's side.
Once the topic was opened, he defined the details of Zhong Shi's negotiations with him as "blackmail", pointing out that Zhong Shi was the biggest hooligan in the financial world.
It was heard about such "facts" that Joseph. Ackerman was very uninterested in Zhong Shi, and even thought that the other party's kindness was blackmail in disguise, so he didn't leave any affection for the other party.
Naturally, if you change to another institution, I'm afraid it won't be so tough. But for Deutsche Bank, the Tianyu Fund is just a small point, and even if it is offended, it is not a big deal, and it is a big deal that they don't earn this commission.
As for the capital markets, especially equity, Joseph. Ackermann also does not see the Tianyu Foundation as a threat to Deutsche Bank, because Deutsche Bank's shareholding is extremely fragmented and shareholders have limited jurisdiction over the board of directors, so it is understandable how difficult it is to make a takeover.
As for in other markets, as long as they are careful, there will not be much of a problem.
Joseph. That's what Ackerman thought and did, and naturally succeeded in angering Bell Stone as he wished.
"I'm going to do Deutsche Bank!"
Out of the gate of the Deutsche Bank headquarters, Zhong Shi glanced back at the towering building, a hint of cruelty flashed in his eyes, and said, "Report to the Prime Minister what happened today, and see what she has to say." ”
Despite his anger, Jongshi did not lose his mind, and he knew very well that if he wanted to do anything against Deutsche Bank, he must get the approval of the German government, because such a large institution must be inextricably linked with the government.
"This ......"
Ivana's face suddenly showed a look of embarrassment, and she didn't speak for a long time.
For Joseph. Ackerman's cold reception, she was naturally very angry. But she knew too well about Zhong Shi's energy, even though it was a guy who wasn't very tall, the energy that burst out was able to make the world look sideways.
Although Deutsche Bank is also a behemoth, it is difficult to say whether it can hold up in front of Zhong Shi. But after all, he is a public official in Germany, and it is his natural responsibility to protect his own company. After thinking about it for a while, she took out the phone and explained to Zhong Shi: "I'll call the prime minister first to find out her opinion on this matter." ”
"I'm notifying, not asking for her opinion!"
Zhong Shi blinked, and said in an unusually calm tone, "Whether she agrees with it or not, these are inevitable. I just let her know beforehand out of politeness. ”
Ivana's heart beat suddenly, and she didn't dare to answer Zhongshi's words. She was not a fool, she could naturally feel the deep anger under Zhong Shi's flat tone, and she also knew the result of forcibly coming out at this time.
"That's really what he said?"
Soon, Ivana reported the whole matter to the female prime minister, but it was obvious that this kind of thing was nothing in front of the prime minister, and she chuckled and said, "Just for this little face, is he going to make a big move?" ”
"Yes!"
Ivana peeked at Zhongshi and said cautiously and cautiously, "I don't think he's joking. Also, I'm worried that if he does do something to Deutsche Bank, Deutsche Bank will not be able to withstand his attack! ”
"Then let him do it!"
The female prime minister was even more unimpressed with Ivana's statement, but just in case, she added another condition, "If he wants to say this, then let him be." But not now, at least three years from now, because there can be no more chaos during this time. ”
"Either you can't do anything, or you can only do it in three years!"
The female prime minister clearly set her own conditions, "Maybe in three years, his bad breath will have come out a long time ago, and there is no need to dwell on this aspect!" ”
"That's fine!"
Ivana let out a long breath, admiring the wisdom of the female prime minister, this plan is indeed relatively compromised, which can alleviate the contradictions between the two sides, "But about the interest rate manipulation of LIBOR, is it necessary for the Deutsche Bank to make an official notification?" ”
"Since they don't take us seriously, why do they need to remind us again?"
Although she didn't agree with Zhong Shi's retaliation, the female prime minister also had opinions about Deutsche Bank's approach, and immediately shook her head slightly and said, "Then this matter will be handled by Zhong Shi, which can be regarded as a small punishment for Deutsche Bank!" ”
"Three years!"
Soon, Ivana conveyed the meaning of the female prime minister to Zhong Shi, "If you insist on revenge, you will have to wait at least three years, the prime minister said, because now German financial institutions cannot go into chaos, it's that simple!" ”
"If you still have this plan after three years, then she won't stop you!"
After relaying the words of the female prime minister, Ivana added this sentence on her own, "But it is enough, as long as they bow their heads and admit their mistakes, there is no need to kill them, after all, if something happens to this bank, it will affect a large number of enterprises." ”
“……”
Zhong Shi was indifferent for a long time, and finally nodded. As for what he really thought in his heart, no one knows.
"What are we going to do now?"
Since the German authorities allowed retaliation against the German bank, although this time limit was a bit long, it finally took a bad breath, and Jiang Shan's face looked much better, and he took the opportunity to ask, "Is it not that after such an incident, the matter about LIBOR will be over?" ”
"Hey, of course not!"
Zhong Shi smiled strangely and said, "Since Deutsche Bank doesn't appreciate it, then let's find a bank that appreciates it." Look at what other banks are nearby, and we'll tell them the news, slapping Deutsche Bank in the face by the way. ”
Hearing Zhong Shi's words, the corners of Ivana's mouth twitched twice, and she quietly turned away, pretending not to hear the conversation between the two of them, and her heart was full of sympathy for the senior management of Deutsche Bank.
Yes, Zhong Shi is so eager to repay it.
It's not that Deutsche Bank doesn't listen to him, then he will find an obedient bank, and after the whole thing is exposed, the two sides will inevitably be treated differently by the regulator because of their attitude, which is a naked slap in the face.
"The nearest bank in the neighborhood is a bank in the UK!"
After digging out his mobile phone and checking for a long time, Jiang Shan finally replied in dismay, "Among the banks involved in interest rate manipulation, the nearest one is Barclays Bank." ”
"Really?"
Zhong Shi didn't hesitate at all, raised his feet and left, "Then let's go to London, remind each other well, and see what kind of reaction they will have!" ”
"That's it?"
Jiang Shan, who didn't react at first, spread his hands and said to Ivana, "This is too child's play, isn't it?" Just leak this news to the other party so easily? And, if they have the same attitude as Deutsche Bank, will we also retaliate against Barclays? ”
Although there is also resentment in his heart, Jiang Shan quite agrees with Zhong Shi's opinion, he does not think that Deutsche Bank is an unshakable giant. But if similar situations occur frequently, the Tianyu Fund will basically make enemies everywhere, and this approach is obviously undesirable.
"Let's keep up!"
Ivana shook her head, with a helpless expression, "Now I can only follow his wishes, this evil breath must come out." ”
With that, she trotted to catch up with Bell Stone, who was already a little farther away. Seeing this, Jiang Shan also took a big step to catch up.
……
"What, there is such a thing?"
London, the City of the City, and Bell Rock didn't suffer the same fate as at Deutsche Bank, but their chairman, Marcus Brown, didn't suffer the same as at Deutsche Bank. Agius's behavior was a little strange, and after hearing Zhong Shi's words, a pair of eyes began to roll around, not knowing what he was thinking.
Marcus. Agius was an old-school English gentleman, forever dressed in a suit and waistcoat, carrying a staff of civility, and meticulously groomed hair. Even though he was in his sixties, his waist was still straight, with a sense of pride and pride.
"Why, don't you believe me?"
Zhong Shi stilted Erlang's legs, lit a cigarette in front of the other party, and said in a good time, "Believe it or not, it's up to you, if you don't believe it, there's nothing I can do." ”
"Leave that aside for now!"
Marcus. Agius waved his hand, not distracting from Bell Stone's action of lighting a cigarette. Although he is a British aristocrat, his style is very pragmatic, and he does not have the slightest intention of putting on a show of seniority and arrogance in front of the nouveau riche, but is very tolerant of Zhong Shi's almost rude behavior, "What I want to know is, why are you telling me this?" Also, where did you get all this information? ”
Naturally, he also knew very well that in front of a person like Zhong Shi, any pretentiousness or manipulation would be self-inflicted. From this point of view, he is better than Joseph. Ackerman is a lot stronger.
"How do you know, you don't need to know!"
Zhong Shi extinguished the cigarette butt, sat up straight, and said to the other party with blazing eyes, "Mr. Chairman, shouldn't you give priority to the impact of this matter after it is exposed?" Let's be honest, this will soon be known to the whole world, and it's still too late to prepare! ”
"Exposure?"
Marcus. Agius's pupils contracted suddenly, and he gasped before he said, "I have one more question, Mr. Zhong, why did you tell us about this?" You know, we don't have a very close relationship with the Tianyu Foundation, and I don't have a close personal relationship with you, so what is it for? ”
"Hehe, you don't believe pie in the sky!"
Zhong Shi shrugged his shoulders and said disappreciatively, "I don't believe it either. But that's the way it is, and luckily, Barclays saved at least hundreds of millions of dollars in fees with my occasional act of kindness. Honestly, instead of thanking me, it seems a bit too rude to keep asking me about my motives, right? ”
"This news is indeed worth a fortune, it should be in the hundreds of millions of dollars, or even more!"
Stared at Bell Stone for a long time, Marcus. Agius finally determined that Zhong Shi would not tell the real reason, but it didn't matter, as long as the whole thing was in Barclays' favor, and he immediately expressed his gratitude, "Barclays Bank would like to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Zhong for his good deeds. Personally, I really didn't expect Mr. Zhong to be such a person. You know, I've heard some of your rumors before, and now it doesn't seem to be very accurate. ”
He also got a bad comment about Bell Stone from J.P. Morgan.
"I can't stop what others want to say!"
Zhong Shi stretched out his hands and made a helpless expression, then narrowed his eyes and asked coldly, "Looking at the chairman's reaction, it seems that you knew about this before?" ”
He did have similar doubts in his heart, because when the other party heard the news, he was quite calm, which was too contrary to common sense.
"Paper finally can't contain the fire!"
Marcus. Agius sighed and lowered his proud head. (To be continued.) )