Chapter 237—A Trip to Europe (11)
"You didn't do anything to my precious granddaughter, did you?"
Amancio. With anger on his face, Ortega stared at Zhong Shi and said viciously, "If you dare to touch a hair of her, I guarantee you won't be able to get out of this room!" ”
"I would have liked, but Miss Hetfanie won't give me this chance!"
Zhong Shi was unmoved, spread his hands, and shrugged his shoulders, "In the face of such a beautiful young lady, frankly speaking, it is impossible not to be tempted. Miss Ortega doesn't seem to like my type very much, though, so I haven't had much of a chance so far. Isn't it, Miss Ortega? ”
Sit in Amancio. Hetfanie beside Ortega changed into a strict dress today, and there was a Hermes light red silk scarf around her neck, which can be described as a lady who does not show any flesh at all. When she saw Zhong Shi's meaningful gaze, she couldn't help blushing and lowered her head shyly.
"Women are really born actors!"
Zhong Shi tried hard to make his appearance look frivolous, but he couldn't help but sigh in his heart, "She has been seen by me all over her body, but now she can pretend to be beautiful and shy, I have to say that this is really a strange thing." ”
"Really?"
Amancio's suspicious gaze patrolled Zhong Shi and Hetfanie several times, but he didn't find the slightest hint of the two of them, and after a while, he let out a sigh of relief, and finally put his mind at ease, and said to Zhong Shi, "Now, let's talk about the matter of buying shares?" ”
Zhong Shi's image of a disciple made him a little unhappy, but he was a little complacent about the charm of his granddaughter, so he even spoke to Zhong Shi in a consultative tone.
This is the Inditex Group's office in Madrid, which is very simple. White walls and black desks, plus some necessary office equipment, there is no special decoration. You can see from the outfit here that the Inditex Group has such a simple style.
Amancio. Ortega is 70 years old, and the crown of his head has taken on a typical Mediterranean appearance, and the only remaining bits of hair are half-white. He didn't have many wrinkles on his face, though. The spirit is also very good, and there is no twilight of an old man at all. The controlling old man, who is still at the helm and the largest shareholder of the Inditex Group, has no intention of retiring at all with 59% of the shares. Two days ago, he also flew to the Milan fashion show in person.
"No problem!"
Zhong Shi's gaze was withdrawn from Hetfanie's body, and he immediately changed from lustful and greedy to serious and serious, "Our initial plan is to acquire 9.9% of the shares of Inditex Group, because there are more shares. We need to disclose more information, which is something we don't want to see. What does Mr. Ortega think of this ratio? ”
Amancio. Ortega is a very controlling person, and until now he still holds 59% of the shares, even if the other shareholders in the market join forces, they can't shake his position in the slightest, so in this case, it is impossible for Zhongshi to get more equity from his hands, after consulting with the researchers at the headquarters. Zhongshi decided to acquire a 9.9% stake in Inditex Group.
“9.9%?”
As soon as he heard this number, Amancio immediately calculated it in his heart. Excluding this part of the shares, his shareholding will drop to 49.1%, which will not form an absolute control, and there is a slight possibility that he will be ousted from the chairman's throne in the future, which makes him hesitate.
But what Zhong Shi said is indeed true, and the 9.9% stake has to be said to be a great sincerity. As Zhong Shi said, Spain's securities law requires more information to be disclosed than this share, which is similar to that in the United States, so in this transaction. Amancio also has to consider the other party's position and concerns.
"How about 8.9%?"
After thinking about it, Amancio still couldn't let go of the obsession in his heart, "In this way, I still have 50.1% of the equity in hand, which can form an absolute controlling stake." Mr. Chung, this is very important to me! ”
"Absolute control?"
Zhong Shi smiled disapprehantly, "I don't mind that, but Mr. Ortega, can you be sure that just selling this stake will really solve the current financial crisis of the Inditex Group?" ”
"This ......"
Amancio hesitated for a moment, and only after a while did he say in an uncertain tone, "I can still sell some of the storefront, it should be enough!" ”
In any case, he does not intend to give up absolute control.
"Do you think that's good?"
Seeing that the other party was so stubborn, Zhong Shi couldn't help but sigh secretly, and switched to the second set of plans, "The shares we want are still 9.9%, after all, we are very optimistic about the FMCG industry and Zara's sales model, but we will donate the voting rights of this part of the equity to you to ensure your absolute control." In other words, we only receive equity income and do not interfere with the operation and management of the Inditex Group, what does Mr. Ortega think? ”
In fact, this 1% stake is nothing to Zhongshi, but it is very important to Amancio, and in order to get more benefits, Zhongshi can only give up voting rights.
This has to be said to be a good suggestion for Amancio. Ortega said that he could achieve his intention of absolute control, and at the same time, Bell Stone also got what he wanted. But it's all based on the premise that Inditex Group will turn around and move forward, otherwise Bell Stone's current proposal would be simply catastrophic.
"One more thing, hold the shares for at least three years!"
Amancio was so shrewd that as soon as he heard Zhongshi's suggestion, he realized that the other party was very optimistic about the prospects of the Inditex Group, and even did not hesitate to give up the right to speak. From his side, it's certainly a big plus. But as Zhong Shi considered, if the performance of Inditex Group deteriorates, Zhong Shi's shares are very likely to be sold soon, which may make his absolute shares below 50%, so he simply locks in this part of the equity first, "In addition, if you want to sell this part of the equity after three years, I have a limited right to buy 1% of the equity, how about it?" ”
"Of course!"
After bowing his head and discussing with Jiang Shan for a few minutes. When Zhong Shi raised his head again, without a trace of hesitation, he agreed bluntly, "This part of the equity voting rights in my hands will be transferred to Amancio for free. Mr. Ortega, this part of the equity is locked up for three years, after three years if it is sold. Will be sold to you at least 1% of the equity first, is that right? ”
"Yes, that's right!"
Amancio couldn't help but be overjoyed, and secretly began to despise Zhong Shi in his heart, it seems that this little guy is still a little tender, and he actually agreed so easily, "The transfer of voting rights has no time limit, as long as it is in your hands, the voting rights must be transferred to me for free." ”
He added.
"No problem!"
Zhong Shi still simply agreed. However, to Amancio's surprise in the next moment, Zhong Shi resolutely fought back, "Now, let's talk about the price and see what kind of price is suitable for such harsh conditions?" ”
"Ahem......"
Amancio drinking from a glass of water. Ortega suddenly heard this, and immediately choked, and began to cough violently, and Hetfanie quickly beat him on the back. It took him a long time to breathe and point to his ear. Looking at Zhong Shi in disbelief, "I'm sorry, Mr. Zhong, what did you just say?" It can't be that I heard something wrong, right? ”
"You heard me right, I'm talking about the price!"
Bell Stone looked at Amancio for a long time. Ortega, "There were so many harsh conditions in the early days. You should also understand that we can't buy the equity you have at the market price, otherwise what would have become of me? Fool? ”
His expression was smiling, and his eyes looked at Amancio meaningfully, as if he was laughing at the other party, and as if he was secretly smug.
"It's not that simple!"
Amancio. Ortega sighed secretly. was wailing in his heart, and sure enough, the other party was not easy to match, but he underestimated him. But thinking about it, he was relieved, if it was easy to be with him, Zhong Shi would not have created such a huge family business in just a dozen years.
"At what price do you want to buy?"
Amancio's face was ugly, so gloomy that it almost dripped, and by this time, his weakness was also pinched by Zhongshi, and it was the most critical weakness, that is, he couldn't do without Zhongshi's funds.
"The current market price, down by another 5%, this is our quote!"
Zhong Shi said unhurriedly, "We have already made a preliminary estimate of the assets of Inditex Group, and your current operating conditions, cash flow and liabilities cannot support the current stock price at all. Don't refute it yet, our analysis is backed by our theory, which you will know later. Frankly, even if you cut it by 5%, your share price doesn't reflect the real asset situation, but we're willing to give in! ”
"Are you crazy?"
Amancio was clearly enraged by Bell Stone, and as soon as Bell Stone's words fell, he couldn't wait to jump out, pointed at Bell Stone's nose and said, "Do you know what kind of behavior you are doing?" Do you know that robbery while the fire is hot? Damn, we're not going to make this deal, please leave, now! ”
"Sorry to interrupt your time!"
Zhong Shi's face also pulled down instantly, and he returned unceremoniously, and then he slapped it suddenly, closed the notebook, stood up and walked outside.
Negotiations collapsed in an instant!
Jiang Shan and Hetfanie looked at each other, neither of them reacted for a while, and by the time they came back to their senses, Zhong Shi was almost at the door of the conference room.
"Wait......"
Just as Jiang Shan was hurriedly packing up the papers on the table and preparing to chase them out, unexpectedly, Amancio. Ortega spoke, "Can't the price be raised a little bit?" ”
He's relented!
Zhong Shi's footsteps were stunned, and he turned to look at Amancio with a smile. Ortega said slowly: "It seems that you still have the will to make this deal, what a stubborn old man." What I can tell you though is that I definitely won't add an extra penny, and I have my reasons. ”
"Oh? What's your reason? ”
In the face of Bell Stone's categorical refusal again, Amancio. Ortega not only didn't burst into a rage, but instead looked at Zhong Shi with interest and anticipation, "If you can convince me, I don't mind transferring it to you at this price!" ”
"Fame!"
Zhong Shi pointed to his face and said arrogantly, "Just because I appeared in Madrid and appeared in the Inditex Group, your stock price has been sought after from all over the world. Don't deny it, if you don't believe it, give it a try. In addition, once Tianyu Fund takes a stake in Inditex Group, the market's view of Inditex Group will definitely reverse immediately, the current downward momentum will stop, the prospects are optimistic, investors will buy, you can also raise more funds, and the whole situation will be self-defeating, this is all ...... Thanks to my face! ”
"You compare yourself to Warren Buffett?"
Amancio. Ortega's face twitched slightly, and he teased, "I heard that during the financial crisis, the entire American investment bank was begging Buffett to take action. Now your performance reminds me of Warren Buffett, young man, don't be too crazy! ”
"Warren Buffett?"
Zhong Shi sneered, "He is indeed a big man, but in comparison, I, Zhong Shi, are not inferior at all." Didn't you ever plan to take advantage of my fame from beginning to end? Everyone is a smart person, so don't plan to hide anything, I've read the newspaper for the past two days! ”
Amancio. Ortega was silent for a long time, and finally nodded, "Deal!" ”
He indirectly admitted that he had used the trick of Zhongshi's fame! (To be continued.) )
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