Chapter 441 Return to Singapore
Old Grosvenor’s words made everyone around him anxious.
Everyone wants to invest.
After all, they all know that the share of a fund cannot be unlimited. If the pit cannot be taken early, when the share is gone, even if you have money, you will have no chance.
"Don't worry, everyone. I promise you, everyone here today will have a chance."
Xu Liang smiled.
He spoke straightforwardly and talked about Hanhua Capital’s previous successful investments. There was no need to waste words at all. Everyone was vying to invest.
By the time the banquet was over, the funds raised had exceeded 2.5 billion pounds.
Qinglong 3 raised 1.4 billion, and the rest was basically ‘Kunpeng 2 Hedge Fund’.
The ultra-high profits of Qinglong No. 1 and Qinglong No. 2 funds make Qinglong No. 3 more attractive than Kunpeng No. 2.
"Mr. Xu, this is the investment list."
Took the document in Huo Yan's hand and took a brief look at it.
“How much has the amount of funds raised by your Taotie Fund increased?”
“120 million pounds, and there have been many more inquiries from other European countries recently. I think it can increase a lot.” Huo There was excitement in Yan's tone.
The eyes looking at Xu Liang became more and more admiring.
Others who run hedge funds can achieve an average annual profit of more than 40%, which is already the world's top level, but their own boss can earn several times the revenue as soon as he takes action.
In this way, even if Kunpeng’s revenue is not so dazzling in the future, it can still be compared with Medallion Fund and Bridgewater Fund.
This kind of ability makes him extremely envious as an investor.
“If you have more money in hand, look for more companies to invest in.”
“Understood.”
Xu Liang didn't say much.
Huo Yan is not Qiu Heng or Xia Changsheng. He is a key training target of Hanhua Capital and has independent investment capabilities. Unless there is a major mistake, Xu Liang will not interfere with his investment.
Hanhua is getting bigger and bigger, and it is impossible to rely on him alone to conquer the world forever.
And the longer the time goes by, the less memory he has of his previous life. In another twenty years, everything will be completely over.
Hanhua Capital must have other top talents who can support the company's development.
"Mr. Xu, Manchester United has been fully acquired by us and has been delisted," Huo Yan said.
Xu Liang nodded, the delisted Manchester United will be more operational.
“How much did it cost in total?”
“378 million pounds.”
Hanhua Capital’s acquisition of Manchester United came at a good time.
Manchester United is now at its lowest point after winning the Triple Crown. The main lineup is aging. The 1992 golden generation is almost thirty, and Roy Keane is already 32 years old.
The players bought at huge prices have not shown their due value.
The weaknesses in positions such as left back, goalkeeper, and center back are becoming more and more prominent.
All of this is reflected in the results. After Manchester United failed to win the top four last season, this season it fell 11 points behind Arsenal, the league leader, and it looked like another failed season.
Even Manchester United's income is less than last season.
All of this has weakened Manchester United's value.
“With 378 million pounds, we are making a bargain.” Xu Liang said with a smile.
He picked a good time and ended the battle in a short time, saving a lot of energy and time.
Huo Yan nodded and said: "Recently, a consortium from the United States is also interested in Manchester United. If we are slower, I am afraid that the asking price of McManaman and Magnier will be higher."
Xu Liang’s head moved, “American consortium? What’s its name?”
"The Glazer Family Fund."
"It's really them."
"Do you know this family?"
Xu Liang nodded.
I stole the target of the Glazer family. I don’t know who they will target after Manchester United is gone.
Arsenal or Liverpool, both are Premier League giants with deep foundations.
But Xu Liang prefers Arsenal.
Because the characteristics of the Gunners are very similar to Manchester United.
Wenger is also a successful coach. Arsenal is now at its peak and has a stronger lineup than Manchester United.
The only drawback is the lack of commercialization.
But this is the advantage of the Glazer family.
The complementary advantages of both sides can bring about a qualitative change for Arsenal.
However, it is not easy to successfully acquire Arsenal. Unlike Hanhua, the Glazer family has abundant capital in their hands.
Shaking his head, Xu Liang pushed the unnecessary thoughts out of his mind.
He has secured the most valuable team in the Premier League. As long as he does a good job of financial and personnel supervision, and believes in the combination of Peter Kenyon and Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United's results can be guaranteed.
Of course, this acquisition also saddled Manchester United with a foreign debt of 200 million pounds.
Although it is heavy, it is much less than the Glazer family’s 540 million pounds.
And the interest is less.
When Glazer acquired Manchester United, the interest on the debt was as high as 16.25%.
The interest rate Hanhua now gets from Standard Chartered Bank is only 7.4%.
In addition to the fact that Xu Liang is a major shareholder of Standard Chartered, the federal funds rate in the United States is also much lower than in 2005.
It is 1% now and 5.2% two years later. There is a huge difference.
“Lv Hui?”
Lv Hui, who was standing aside, subconsciously picked up the notebook in her hand.
“You tell Liao Yan to start raising funds for the ‘Phoenix No. 2 Fund’.” “Okay.”
The former Phoenix Fund has now been divided into two parts.
That is, Suzaku Fund, which focuses on the domestic market, and Phoenix Fund, which focuses on the international market.
The former is US$500 million and the latter is US$300 million.
Suzaku Fund is okay, but Phoenix Fund has exhausted its funds with the acquisition of the Warriors and Manchester United.
Taking advantage of this period, Hanhua Capital's global influence has become stronger and it raised a new fund.
"Huo Yan, I'm going to Singapore next week, and then transfer to Xiangjiang to return home. I'll leave the affairs in the UK to you."
Huo Yan nodded and said curiously: "Aren't you going to the United States?"
Because of the Wall Street Journal report and the subsequent news about Hanhua reported by major media in order to confuse the public, Hanhua Capital is now a popular hotpot in the entire United States. .
There are countless wealthy people waving checks who want to invest in Hanhua.
As long as Xu Liang holds an investment reception in New York.
It is not surprising that Kunpeng 2 and Qinglong 3 raised tens of billions of dollars.
"I won't go for now, wait until the storm subsides."
Xu Liangdao.
Although he suppressed the conspiracy of Larry Ellison and others, no one knows whether this lunatic will have other crazier methods. Moreover, Hanhua Capital is too popular among the wealthy circles of the United States.
Although this can attract people to invest, it also attracts more jealousy.
Especially peers like Bridgewater and Renaissance.
You are so good and you have sucked away all the capital. Who will invest in us?
So, under the appearance of blooming flowers, there is an undercurrent that makes Xu Liang a little scared.
Anyway, he doesn’t plan to go until Hanhua’s popularity subsides.
Huo Yan was also a smart man. He quickly understood Xu Liang's concerns and didn't say anything more.
After discussing the business matters, Huo Yan was left to rest in the manor for one night before leaving the next day.
"Mr. Xu, this is the modification plan modified by Boeing based on your requirements."
Taking the document from Lu Hui's hand, Xu Liang flipped through it.
Because of 9/11, Boeing Company has more than a dozen Boeing business jets on order.
The price is also cheaper than new aircraft, with a price of US$45 million.
Xu Liang took a brief look and saw that the original splendid and flashy decoration had turned into a simple modern minimalist style.
In fact, what he wants more is modern Chinese style, also called new Chinese style.
But when European and American designers do Chinese-style designs, they always feel that they are not that tasteful.
I simply chose the modern style.
The interior space of Boeing BBJ2 business jet is huge, according to this design plan.
The entire interior space is up to 345 square meters.
The cargo area is 59 square meters, and the rest is the passenger cabin area.
The cabin is divided into two levels: upper and lower.
The lower floor is a large living room of about 60 square meters, which doubles as a conference room. The remaining space is converted into two bathrooms, a kitchen, and eight guest bedrooms.
The guest bedroom is double-layered and can accommodate sixteen people.
Bodyguards, crew members, and company employees will basically live on the lower floor.
The upper floor is Xu Liang’s residence.
Living room, bathroom, study room, dining room, master bedroom, guest bedroom, and even a fitness area.
Nearly 150 square meters of space is enough.
"That's it." After returning the information to Lu Hui, "When can I get the plane?"
"Boeing responded that it would be three months at the earliest. If we are willing to add money If so, it will be over in forty-five days.”
Considering that he basically did not need to fly around Europe and the United States, he decisively rejected the suggestion of spending more money.
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On April 29, 2003, Xu Liang flew to Singapore from Europe with An Kaiyue.
Just coming out of Changi Airport, a familiar figure was waiting here early.
"Mr. Xu, welcome to Singapore again."
Qiu Jinshan hurriedly greeted him.
Although it had only been a little more than half a year since the two last met, Qiu Jinshan felt that several years had passed.
Nothing else.
The achievements made by the other party are too brilliant.
Kunpeng Fund's pre-tax profit was 3.16 times, and before 2003 was over, it firmly established itself as the global hedge fund champion, which made him both excited and regretful.
Xu Liang visited the Qiu family in Singapore and invited them to invest.
Father Qiu Deba thought again and again and only invested US$5 million.
Later I met Xu Liang again at the Standard Chartered shareholders’ meeting. Because Li Jiacheng had invested US$100 million in Kunpeng, he wanted to invest more.
I originally thought I would invest US$5 million, but because I was afraid of the risk, I only invested US$2 million.
As a result, in just half a year, Kunpeng’s profits skyrocketed.
The Qiu family invested US$7 million and received a pre-tax return of US$22 million.
The hugely profitable business is not only enviable but also regrettable for Qiu Jinshan.
Why did you hesitate in the first place?
Why didn't you invest more?
If he invested US$5 million for the second time, he would get a return of US$31.6 million this time.
Spurred by this regret, after the news came out that Kunpeng Fund No. 2 began to raise funds, he decisively invested US$20 million. But his investment application was rejected by Kunpeng Fund.
Seeing the fat right in front of him made him anxious.
Hurry up and call to inquire.
Xu Liang did not answer him directly, and only said that we would discuss it in detail when he arrived in Singapore.
(End of this chapter)