Chapter 489 The opportunity to unify the Hong Kong retail market
Qi Dezun shook his head and said: "Not yet. Although I have decided to take action against Huangpu Group, even with Yang Sheng's investment, those goals must be achieved one by one. , so my current goals are Junyicang and Anderson Industrial, not Huangpu yet;
No But now that Yang Sheng has taken action against the Huangpu Group, I will not participate."
"Wrong, I need you to participate." Yang Wendong said with a smile, "I think you should know why?"
Qi Dezun suddenly understood: "Is it the Hong Kong government and other British capital that do not allow you to invest?"
Yang Wendong said: "Yes, but there is no falling out. Everyone is trying to avoid unnecessary conflicts. It is not suitable for me to continue to acquire Huangpu's stocks for the time being, but you can."
Although the law does not distinguish between British capital and Chinese capital, But obviously the British Hong Kong government still makes a distinction. Although it is unfair, it is normal. People must protect the interests of their own nation. If the international influence of the British mainland had not been reduced, then there would be no Chinese capital in Hong Kong today. So many business tycoons.
Qi Dezun smiled and said: "Yang Sheng wants me to come forward to acquire Huangpu Group?"
Yang Wendong nodded and said: "Yes, you are British capital, even if you launch a hostile takeover, it is not a problem. ”
As long as there are rules, there is a way to get around it.
Qi Dezun reminded: "Yang Sheng, they know that you are my major shareholder in Hutchison. Once I take action again, will they know that you are behind it?"
"Yes, it's obvious. Hutchison is still British-owned, right? I don't own more than 50% of your shares." Yang Wendong said: "As long as you are British-owned, Hong Kong and British cannot interfere, and the same is true for other British capital. , will cause internal strife among other British capitals.”
No group in this world is eternal. Even the British capital in Hong Kong will not fully cooperate, especially when the traditional British capital giants monopolize a large amount of money. Resources, when new-style British capital cannot develop, conflicts will inevitably arise. This is a normal reaction of the capital market. In the end, any capital will find ways to devour resources and strengthen itself.
"That's true." Qi Dezun nodded and asked: "It's no problem for me to acquire Hutchison, but how to do it? It would be very difficult to acquire their stocks again, especially Your previous investment also caused their stock to rise a lot. "
Yang Wendong said: "I will suppress stocks appropriately. The world is now at a critical juncture of container terminals. Some terminals in Europe and the United States have not been reformed due to traditional forces and are now in decline. .
Next, I will let my news outlets focus on reporting this kind of thing. As long as enough Hong Kong stockholders know about this matter, then Huangpu Pier's stock will inevitably plummet, and you will have the opportunity to acquire it. It is best to contact the other party's shareholders directly for convenience. One point;
In addition, I will also release news at the right time that I am ready to sell the shares of Huangpu Group, and it does not matter if I am not a director. "
"Haha, Yang Sheng is really well laid out. "Qi Dezun smiled.
Yang Wendong said: "It's nothing. It's just fake news. I won't sell the stock. According to the ratio, you need to acquire close to 30%. We Only by working together can we successfully control the Huangpu Group. This goal is still very high. ”
“I know. "Qi Dezun said: "So how long it will take to complete it depends on how much Yang Sheng can suppress Huangpu's stock. ”
"Well, let's see the progress later." Yang Wendong nodded and said, "Do you have enough funds here?"
Qi Dezun's face immediately became cautious, then recovered, and said, "Does Yang Sheng still want to invest in the shares?" Remember?”
Although Yang Wendong made a written commitment, he still felt uneasy because of the large number of shares.
"It's better if you want to accept my shareholding. If you don't want to, that's okay." Yang Wendong smiled and said: "Or I can lend you a sum of money, but I need to sign an agreement first. If you successfully acquire Huangpu Group , I need to transfer some of the large number of port talents within the Huangpu Group to my future container terminal, and I will also arrange for some people to go there and learn Xi.”
Although his core purpose of acquiring the Huangpu Group is the more than 2 million square feet of land under the current terminal, by the way, if he can take over its port business and convert it into his own, then The best thing is that he pays more attention to ports and terminals than real estate. No matter how much quick money is, it is just a number, and industrial undertakings are more important.
"That's no problem." Qi Dezun paused and then asked: "Yang Sheng, since you are optimistic about the container terminal, then the acquisition of Huangpu Group is also for the land under the future terminal, right?"
"Yes, It seems that we heroes have the same opinion." Yang Wendong nodded.
There are many smart people in this world. Qi Dezun is also one of the few British people who is optimistic about the future of Hong Kong. He is also more optimistic about Hong Kong real estate. The acquisition targets he chooses are listed companies with a large amount of high-quality land, which is definitely the case. Like Yang Wendong, he is optimistic about the land in Huangpu.
Qi Dezun added: "It's just that this piece of land is of industrial nature. Even if the dock is closed one day, it will be difficult to turn it into a commercial one."
"Let's get it first and then talk about it. We will consider this matter after this step is completed." Yang Wendong said.
"That's right." Qi Dezun nodded.
Huangpu Group Headquarters:
"Mr. Shen Bi." Edward asked again: "Are you sure Yang Wendong will not acquire Huangpu shares again?"
Shen Bi nodded. : "Yes, no. Although there is no written promise, his verbal description is trustworthy; at least in the next few years, he will not make a move."
"That's great, thank you. Mr. Shen Bi," Edward said happily.
Whampoa Group is also a big company in Hong Kong, but compared with Changxing Group, it is not enough, especially in recent years, Whampoa's business has been getting worse and worse.
Shen Bize said: "If you want to thank, go and thank the Governor of Hong Kong and Mr. Sanders. Yang Wendong also stopped because of their face."
If Unless this matter involves Chinese capital infringing on the fundamental rights and interests of British capital, then they will not intervene;
Edward said: "Understand, I will do it one day. I will pay a personal visit to thank Mr. Sanders."
"However, Yang Wendong will still become a director of Huangpu Group. We can't force him too much," Shen Bi said again, "I don't know about Yang Wendong. How you will handle this matter in the future is up to you, and we are just cooperating to assist you.”
Edward nodded and said: "Okay, if we can really reach a cooperation with Changxing Group, it may not be a bad thing for Huangpu Group." Although they exclude Changxing Group from investing in their company, they are still very happy if it is a cooperation. Changxing Group has a large number of ships and can decide which dock to park at. It also has a large number of cargo exports and can also decide which dock to dock at.
"Okay, you can contact me later." Shen Bi also said.
Faced with today’s most powerful Chinese capital, the British Hong Kong government and HSBC do not dare to be too tough and can only stop when enough is enough, especially at this time of year.
The Hong Kong Association is the only stock exchange in Hong Kong. Many investors buy stocks through here.
"How come the stocks of Huangpu Group have fallen?"
In the morning, many investors had just arrived and wanted to look at the rare stocks that might rise, but found that the stocks had been falling.
“You don’t know yet, Yang Wendong gave up the acquisition of Huangpu Group, and instead cooperated with Huangpu Group and became their director.”
“What?” Many people were shocked: "He just gave up?"
"They didn't launch a takeover offer, right? Originally they just asked to become a director, but rumors spread that he wanted to take over Huangpu!"
"It seems so, there is indeed no official news."
"Then sell quickly~"
In the midst of everyone's discussion, Huangpu Group's stock fell lower and lower, and finally fell to the previous Yang Wendong Following news of the acquisition.
Elsewhere, after listening to the report of his subordinates, Qi Dezun immediately said: "Starting from today, we will slowly acquire the shares of Huangpu Group. As long as the price is lower than 3 yuan, we will buy it. If it exceeds, we will suspend it. "
"Yes." One of the subordinates said.
Qi Dezun added: "In addition, prepare for me to meet with some shareholders of Huangpu Group and say that I want to chat with them."
Hong Kong, Jardine Matheson Group Headquarters:
William Keswick Looking at the newspaper in his hand, he said: "It seems that Yang Wendong has given up on Huangpu Group. Changxing Group has publicly stated that it will not purchase more Huangpu shares."
"It seems that this is it. "A test." John Keswick said: "But he succeeded. Golden Gate Group was acquired by him. He had always wanted to acquire it, but it was a pity that Yang Wendong took over before he could do it.
Moreover. He still succeeded in becoming a director of Whampoa Group. It seems that the Hong Kong government will not object to him or other Chinese becoming directors of British-owned companies in the future. ”
"Objection, no matter what, the Hong Kong government is thinking of evacuating Hong Kong." William suddenly released a big news.
"What? Seriously?" John was startled and asked again: "Then what should we do?"
William said: "I am going to sell some business, this will help Cash out some funds as soon as possible."
"Central Building?" John asked tentatively.
William frowned and finally said: "There will be this consideration, but I need to find a potential buyer before we talk. Even if the price of the Central Building is low now, it is not something ordinary people can take over;
In addition to properties, various businesses also need to be sold, including the Yifeng supermarket and construction company you hold. "
"Okay. John nodded and said, "Now that the Huangpu incident is over, I'm also going to meet with Carrefour. We just need to negotiate a suitable price." "
"As soon as possible. "William said worriedly: "I'm also afraid that what happened in the mainland will happen again, and then our Jardine Group will be finished. "
On November 1, as soon as Yang Wendong came to the office, Liu Huayu rushed over and said happily: "Yang Sheng, John Keswick of Yihe has contacted me. They want to sell the Yi Feng in their hands. supermarket. "
"Oh, this is good news. Yang Wendong smiled and said, "When will we meet?" ”
Liu Huayu said: "The appointment is for tomorrow at the presidential suite at the Four Seasons Hotel."
"Okay, I'll go there too. I can make a reservation directly there." Yang Wendong followed.
With the size of Jardine Matheson Group, it is impossible to give up this potentially high-quality industry under normal circumstances. Only this special situation will occur this year, so he also needs to seize the opportunity.
Once the largest competitor is acquired and integrated, it will really dominate the Hong Kong retail market. In the future, even if other capital is optimistic, it will be impossible to enter the market.
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