Fast forward to 2005.

Early January.

Lin Zuhui was playing with the computer in his office, and of course he was not entertaining, but watching stocks or news.

He wants to be a rich man who keeps up with the times, although he came from that era, but he hopes that when he is eighty years old, he will still have the thinking of young people in their 20s.

Disobeying the old, this is Lin Zuhui's own goal.

He is already in his 40s this year, but he feels that his body functions are still in his early 20s, so he has a kind of omen that when he is 80 years old, his body may be comparable to that of a strong man in his forties and fifties.

At that time.....

After browsing the Internet for a while, Lin Zuhui stopped surfing the Internet and leaned back in his chair to digest and think.

Last year, Hong Kong's economy was estimated to have grown by more than 8 percent, as the figure for the first half of the year was 8 percent.

Although the Hong Kong government's economic growth data for the whole year has not yet been calculated, the good performance of the economy has been clearly reflected in the relaxed faces of Hong Kong citizens during the holidays, scattered in the information released by major economic sectors.

There are also data on specific aspects.

In the stock market, the Hang Seng Index rose 13% for the year, reaching 16,850 points at the end of the year; The annual trading volume is tens of billions of Hong Kong dollars higher than that of 1997 (peak), the total market value of Hong Kong stocks is as high as 7.6 trillion and has become the highest in history, and the total amount of funds raised by Hong Kong stocks can reach 288 billion Hong Kong dollars throughout the year, second only to New York and second among all securities markets in the world.

In terms of real estate, the overall situation of the property market recovery has been decided, and the government's land sale proceeds exceeded HK$20 billion, and the transaction price was much higher than the land price, reflecting the grand situation of the property market recovery from one side. The total number of transactions reached 128,000, the highest since the peak of the property market in 1997, and the transaction value reached HK$361 billion, also the highest since 1997 (excluding 1997 and before, only including 1998~2003).

Tourism: Visitor arrivals reached a record high of around 26.1 million. (Hong Kong has driven tourism, and at the same time, the mainland has opened up the 'Individual Visit Scheme' policy)

....... Wait a minute.

Hong Kong's annual GDP is expected to exceed US$210 billion (in 2003, due to the impact of SAS, it fell below US$200 billion), setting a new record.

Lin Zuhui couldn't help but smile when he thought of this.

Driven by the cultural industry, the technology industry, the shipping industry, etc., creating a GDP 20% higher than that of his previous life is undoubtedly very rewarding for him.

In terms of personal wealth, it is also a steady growth.

Family offices: holding traditional U.S. stocks, British stocks (Merck, Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Shell, AstraZeneca, etc.), as well as Hong Kong stocks (blue chips as the core), global luxury real estate properties. [These stocks were bought early, and before each crash (Internet bubble, subprime mortgage crisis), only two or three percent of the funds were used as a wave, and then bought back after the crash, and the whole was held for a long time]

Hengjin Investment: Holding American Internet and technology-themed stocks (Oracle, Microsoft, Nvidia, etc.), which has been bought after the 911 incident. [Enjoy long-term dividends, do not consider short-term appreciation]

Matrix Capital: holds a large number of shares in Amazon, Apple, Kingston, Activision Blizzard, Taobao, Microsoft and other companies; At the same time, after the 911 incident, Lin Zuhui used this private investment company to invest in many real estate stocks and bank stocks in the United States to share risks and hidden assets.

Bank of Bahrain: wholly owns Hilton Hotel Group, Gucci, Fila, etc., and holds shares of Philippine Shengli Group, South Korea's Samsung Electronics, Hynix, etc., as well as investment business.

Hengjin Real Estate Investment: Holding H-shares, red chips listed in Hong Kong, and a large number of high-quality rental properties (International Treasure Centre, Windsor Tower, Harcourt Building, Digandre Court 3, etc.)

Lin Zuhui's personal subsidiary: 1,220 tons of gold, about 210 billion cash flow.

Unconsciously, Lin Zuhui's wealth has been growing lying down.

Based on this, he no longer has much ambition, and he only wants to invest in stable industries.

........

In mid-January, Tesla, a subsidiary of Xiaomi Technology, released the exterior drawings of the Model S, the first luxury four-door electric sedan.

It caused a lot of sensation for a while!

If it weren't for the fact that the parent company of 'Tesla' is Xiaomi Technology, and if it weren't for Zou Kaixuan personally serving as the chairman of 'Tesla', people would definitely laugh at it.

But Xiaomi Technology is a technology giant with a market value of 160 billion, and Zou Kaixuan is a technology legend, and people have paid attention to it.

But are electric cars promising?

People are starting to get skeptical!

The important thing is that 'Tesla' is headquartered in Pengcheng, the mainland, will the government support the supporting facilities?

Although it caused a sensation, there were many doubts.

.......

Repulse bay.

Lin Zuhui came to Zou Kaixuan's villa, and after getting close to his two sons, he pulled Zou Kaixuan to the study.

"What do you think is the biggest difficulty in Tesla's development?" Lin Zuhui said lightly.

He asked Zou Kaixuan to make electric cars, completely 'wanting to spend money', and did not expect to really surpass the United States in this regard; although he dug into Musk's corner, once the Americans noticed the prospect of electric vehicles, someone will inevitably stand up and invest; at that time, with the talent and technology of the Americans, I am afraid that 'overtaking in corners' is not impossible."

However, Lin Zuhui's idea is to establish the advantages of the Chinese in the field of electric vehicles in advance, and enter the market one day earlier, so that they can absorb more technology and experience.

In fact, taking advantage of the fact that the United States did not react, the acquisition of AC Propulsion, as well as the recruitment of Martin and Mark teams, is already a 'corner overtaking'.

Otherwise, how could they dare to release the news of 'Model S' so quickly.

Even, Tesla in this life has made fewer detours and has not developed an electric sports car Roadster, the most important reason is the cost problem.

Zou Kaixuan came behind Lin Zuhui and pinched his shoulders for him.

Although she is a world-class technology giant, because she is a woman, she has a super high status, and she is comparable to the existence of a technology elder; But she understands a truth, with Lin Zuhui's support, she has a lot of confidence.

At the same time, she is Lin Zuhui's Lu Li in spirit, so it is impossible to betray.

"Technically, it's a matter of gearbox....... Overall, there is the issue of cost...... and the issue of supporting facilities. ”

Lin Zuhui closed his eyes and said:

"I won't guide you on technical issues, after all, Tesla's R&D expenses are not lacking, so why worry about technology. The cost problem, this is what you should consider as the chairman, and if the CEO of Tesla can't solve this problem, he will naturally be unqualified. ”

"The last question is the biggest one. If there are no supporting facilities, no one will buy them at all. So I give you two suggestions: first, use Pengcheng and even Guangdong Province as a pilot, you go and convince the government to support this project, the officials in Guangdong Province are very open-minded, plus I have told you many times about the prospect of electric vehicles, so it is not difficult for you to convince them. Even, I can go to the capital to blow the wind, and the overall problem is not big. ”

"Second, using Xiangjiang as a pilot project is a big deal for us to invest in supporting facilities privately."

"In short, once the initial success can be achieved, then the world's capital and enterprises will invest in the research and development of electric vehicles. Not only can we come out on top with our many years of technology and experience, but we can also gain a high reputation by being a pioneer and a 'representative'. ”

"And once Tesla's technology is perfected, I will secretly find a way to get you a loan of $500 million or $1 billion."

In the previous life, Biya actually entered the field of electric vehicles very early, and even produced one in 2008; Although it failed due to many reasons such as supporting facilities or technology, others did not give up and soon re-arranged new energy vehicles.

This is also the later generation of electric car brands, only Biya is really successful.

As for LeTV, Weilai, Rika, etc., they just saw that this industry had a future and rushed to it; They do not have the accumulated technology and experience, and they do not have huge R&D funds and development funds, and whether they can succeed in the future is one thing.

Zou Kaixuan curiously leaned on Lin Zuhui's shoulder and asked, "You know and have confidence in the future of technology, why don't you master Xiaomi technology yourself?" ”

Lin Zuhui turned his head sideways, leaned closer and said: "People are afraid of being famous, pigs are afraid of being strong, I can succeed in everything, especially in science and technology, isn't it jealous." So for the sake of family security, I need to push you as a surrogate. ”

Zou Kaixuan asked puzzledly: "Are you worried that someone is jealous of you, is it the United States?" ”

Lin Zuhui nodded!

Over the years, Xiaomi Technology has used almost all its profits to research and development, expand production, and has made great contributions to science and technology, and by 2020, I don't know how many patents and technologies there are!

"I understand, don't worry, I will stand the same as you!" Zou Kaixuan said seriously.

She didn't say that she had the same position as anyone, but said that she had the same position as Lin Zuhui, obviously this was her true thoughts.

"Xiaomi Technology was founded for Huaxia! I can do it left and right, but Xiaomi Tech can't. Without the support of the mainland authorities, and without the roots of the mainland, Xiaomi Technology has no future. Lin Zuhui also said firmly.

He's a global businessman who wants to do global business, so he doesn't get involved in anything on zz, or he doesn't talk about it.

Of course, at a certain time, Lin Zuhui will also control the risk and will not not make a layout at all.

"Okay, I see!"

Last year, Xiaomi Technology sold its 'LCD display' business to Golden Oriental in exchange for new shares issued by Golden Oriental. In an instant, Golden Oriental's display business was advanced by several years, coupled with Golden Oriental's acquisition of South Korea's Hyundai display business and TPV Display's establishment by Taiwanese people.

In this life, Golden Oriental may have to break the monopoly of Japan, South Korea and Taiwan on large screens two or three years in advance.

Xiaomi Technology is currently developing its own semiconductor industry, as well as secretly supporting Modu Microelectronics, in short, it has invested a lot in this area.

After discussing the layout of electric vehicles with Zou Kaixuan for a while, Lin Zuhui did not understand technology, but he understood the general trend. As for technology, with the accumulation of a lot of money, there will definitely be a big breakthrough.

According to Tesla's current progress, it is expected that a large amount of funds will be needed next year, and Lin Zuhui will find a way to borrow 5~1 billion US dollars from Tesla through some channels.

With this money, Tesla can naturally build factories in the mainland and consider mass production.

"What is the funding situation of Xiaomi Technology?"

"After obtaining a loan of 5 billion Hong Kong dollars, the financial situation is very good, and the funds you arranged for 2 billion stock speculation have also been bought, and there is still sufficient cash in the account. At the same time, Xiaomi Technology made a profit of 4.6 billion Hong Kong dollars last year, which is still very good. ”

Xiaomi's biggest source of profit is the mobile phone business, which is different from domestic copycat machines, and the profits of Xiaomi mobile phones are still considerable, plus PHS business, which accounts for about 70% of the profits; As for other electronic products, Xiaomi also produces more, but the profit alone is not high.

Xiaomi Technology's annual R&D expenses account for 25%, which is actually slightly higher, and the rest of the money is used to expand production and operation.

So, although you can make money, you can also spend a lot of money. Lin Zuhui arranged for the bank to borrow 5 billion Hong Kong dollars from Xiaomi, and in addition to developing Xiaomi, this part of the money also took out 2 billion to buy several Hong Kong stocks.

By the end of 2007, the money cashed out in Hong Kong stocks could almost be repaid, and Xiaomi had 3 billion Hong Kong dollars in vain.

"This year, you set up a 'smartphone department', with the popularization of 3G networks, mobile phones are bound to no longer just make calls, listen to music, etc., but more importantly, to be able to access the Internet....... Touch the screen, and the whole phone has three buttons below...... That's about it. ”

The concept of smart phones has actually been proposed, but no one realizes that this is a revolution, and naturally no mobile phone manufacturers have vigorously developed it.

Zou Kaixuan's eyes on Lin Zuhui would never be suspicious, and he immediately said: "Well, I must remember your words, if there is really a mobile phone like you said, the technology of this world has obviously entered a new era." ”

Lin Zuhui said: "There is no need to doubt what has happened in recent years. It's just that Xiaomi's technology capital and technology are not as developed as in the West, so you don't have to rush forward, just lay out slowly. Even if we are not the first, as long as we are in the first echelon, it is success. ”

Zou Kaixuan nodded and said: "Don't worry, with your description, I almost have a complete plan, although the technology needs to break through a little bit, but the research and development strength of Xiaomi technology is still very strong." ”

"The mobile phone system also needs to be developed, even if there is a better mobile phone system in the world in the future, we will also develop it as a backup. Once we have a better system, we may be able to make it global. ”

"Okay, I understand!"

Lin Zuhui is like a designer, who is formulating the future of Huaxia Technology, and his sense of accomplishment is also great. You know, what a large enterprise ultimately wants is not a certain technology, but the overall direction.

Once the direction is wrong, it's over, like Motorola and Nokia, and they are left behind in smartphones.