Chapter 664: A two-pronged approach
“Super rich Xu Liang wants to establish the Eastern ‘Nasdaq’.”
It has only been two days since the last media exposure that Xu Liang forced the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to restructure. Before it disappears.
The front page headlines of Xiangjiang Sina seemed to explode instantly when a ladle of water was added to a pot of hot oil.
Not only Xiangjiang, but also Singapore, Wanwan, Japan and South Korea have received news reports.
The reporters who were watching the excitement and were not afraid of big troubles couldn't find Xu Liang, so they approached Hanhua's headquarters in Xiangjiang. They had already received instructions from Xu Liang, so of course they gave their approval.
"Director Chen, is it true that Mr. Xu Liang applied to establish a stock exchange in Hong Kong?"
Liu Zhengxun, the Financial Secretary of Hong Kong, nodded.
"Yes. We have received the other party's application report."
"Will you agree?"
"We are still studying it. However, Xiangjiang is a free capitalist society. As long as it does not violate the law, we welcome anyone to invest here.
Back to the office.
"Huh, that's too alarmist. . How many venture capital-invested companies can go public? Even Sequoia Capital, the world's most famous venture capital firm, has only a 20% chance of going public successfully.
"Old Zhou, I won't argue with you. I have a piece of data to share with you."
By then, it will be too late for us to regret it. ”
"Yes."
Instinctively, I felt a little strange. Once Xu Liang's application for building an equity exchange came out, it should have lowered the company's stock price.
Looking at all the board members in the room, their expressions were serious.
So there is no need for us to be nervous, let alone compromise. ”
The person who was interrupted before took out a document.
"Everyone here knows that Hanhua is the world's largest private equity fund, and it is undoubtedly the number one in the field of hedge funds and private equity.
The 13 directors are divided into two groups, one group supports Zhou Wenyao , one group supports compromise
But few people know, or what few people outside the circle know, is that Hanhua is still the largest venture capital institution in China.
Li Yeguang is sitting in the middle. It’s also a dilemma.
“Does the company’s stock price have an impact? ”
"I think we should negotiate with Xu Liang and accept the other party's suggestion..."
"Yes."
Among them are well-known companies such as Netflix, Zappos, and Expedia Travel.
It may be a little deserted at first, but as long as it continues to develop, there will always be a time when it will rise.
Currently, their six funds have invested in 357 companies (including incubators) in four years, including well-known Internet companies such as Alibaba, Penguin, Dangdang, and 51job.
The phone on the table rang.
“So you tend to support the other party?”
So far, they have six in China, five in the United States, and a total of 16 venture capital funds worldwide. .
“It’s too arbitrary. Given the successful example of Nasdaq, the new exchange will definitely attract investors who are interested in Internet and technology stocks.
Liu Zhengxun is Investors from Hanhua invested US$300,000 each in Pacific and Qinglong funds
As a Chinese venture capital company, this is also the place where Hanhua Venture Capital invests the most, according to information from Hanhua's official website.
The secretary shook his head, "It has increased by 0.5 Hong Kong dollars compared with yesterday. There is no big change overall."
After taking it over.
After the secretary picked up.
He may not help Xu Liang persuade the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, but there is still no problem in singing praises and satisfying the other party's few simple requests.
"Everyone, you are all clear about the matter. Do you have any comments?"
"Chairman Li, this is the chief executive's phone number."
Pop!
Li Yeguang picked up the remote control and turned off the TV.
“Give it to me.”
After saying, "Go back and think about it carefully," the meeting ended.
In addition, Hongmeng, New Dream and other companies have not yet been listed.
“Is it up?”
I was about to ask again.
It can be said that only one company, Hanhua, can support a stock exchange. ”
Moreover, in addition to listing targets, the most important thing for a stock exchange is to have enough investors. I don’t think investors will believe in a new stock exchange that focuses on playing with concepts, and listed companies do not need to make profits. "Zhou Wenyao said directly.
"I don't agree. "Zhou Wenyao interrupted mercilessly, "It's no longer 20 years ago. Building a stock exchange from beginning to end is no longer something that one person can do, even if he is one of the top three richest people in Forbes. possible.
Mr. Xu is a world-renowned entrepreneur and financier. I believe he has the ability to do well in the stock exchange. "
"Li Sheng, it's me..." ”
After the phone call, Li Yeguang had forgotten about the stock price.
Heavy pressure filled his heart. Although the chief executive only asked about the results of the board meeting, he did not express his opinions.
But at this critical moment, silence itself is a kind of permission.
——
After seeing that it was almost time, Qiu Yushan simply packed up and prepared to get off work.
As a non-executive director of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, he has always wanted to promote the reform of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and allow Internet and technology companies with dual-class share structures to be listed.
But after all, he had just joined the board of directors not long ago and his foundation was shallow.
So I appealed several times but failed.
The appearance of Xu Liang this time gave him an opportunity to promote the reform of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, but he did not expect Zhou Wenyao to be so stubborn and refused to agree.
Sighed.
When we arrived at the underground garage, we were about to drive home when our cell phone rang.
When I picked up the call, I saw it was an unfamiliar number.
But it didn’t look like a harassing call, so I hesitated and answered it.
"Hello, who is this?"
"Mr. Qiu? I am Xu Liang."
"Xu... Liang?!"
He was about to exclaim, but he suppressed it immediately after reacting.
Fortunately, he was in the car and did not attract the attention of the people around him.
"Hello, Xu Sheng." "Mr. Qiu, can we have a casual dinner together tonight?"
"Of course. I am the one who can receive your invitation. ”
"I'm in Box 3 of the Jiawei Restaurant in Central."
"Okay, I'll be there right away."
"See you soon."
"See you soon."< br>
Xu Liang hung up the phone.
"Mr. Xu, do you need me to go out and pick him up?" Lu Hui said.
"No, you are too eye-catching."
"Old Chen, go ahead."
A bodyguard in the corner nodded and turned around and walked out.
Not long after, there was a knock on the door.
The bodyguard opened the door and led a middle-aged man in a brown suit and black-rimmed glasses to walk in.
Xu Liang greeted him with a smile.
"Qiu Sheng."
"Xu Sheng, hello, hello."
Qiu Yushan was flattered and took Xu Liang's extended hands.
"Please sit down."
After the two sat down.
“I don’t know Mr. Qiu’s taste very well, so I only ordered their signature dishes. If Mr. Qiu likes anything, I’ll ask the waiter to add it.”
"No, no, I like all the meals Xu Sheng ordered."
Qiu Yushan had long known that the other party was very young, and thought that he could remain calm and steady in front of a young man in his early twenties. , but only discovered it when we really faced each other.
There seemed to be an innate domineering power in the tall and strong body of this world-class rich man, which made him feel great pressure. While he subconsciously maintained respect, he became nervous unconsciously.
Gulu…….
Lu Hui poured two glasses of sobered red wine for the two of them.
"When we meet for the first time, I would like to toast Qiu Sheng."
Qiu Yushan quickly picked it up, gestured from a distance, and took a sip.
Xu Liang continued to greet and eat food.
Wait until the wine has passed three rounds and the dishes have passed five flavors.
“I heard that on the board of directors of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Mr. Qiu has always supported the dual-class reform?”
“Yes. The vitality shown by the Nasdaq stock market has been clearly demonstrated Yes, dual-class share reform is a major trend in the future. Even the most stubborn New York Stock Exchange is planning reforms.
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange should follow the footsteps of Nasdaq and reform in advance. Fight for East Asia, especially Chinese Internet and technology companies, from the other side, and continue to maintain the status of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange as the financial center of Asia.”
Bang bang….
Xu Liang applauded.
"Sheng Qiu's words really speak to my heart. Come, let me toast you."
"You're welcome."
Putting down the glass, Xu Liang sighed : "It is a pity that there are too few geniuses with long-term vision like Mr. Qiu on the board of directors of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Most of them are old diehards who are just sitting on their own feet and clinging to the old days."
Qiu Yushan nodded, "It would be great if Xu Sheng could be in charge of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange."
Xu Liang smiled slightly, "What do Qiu Sheng think of our Hanhua funds?"
" It’s very good and unique in the world.”
“But you don’t seem to have invested?”
“Your starting investment standards are too high. The two funds, Pacific and Qinglong, have a starting price. The bidding standard is up to US$5 million
The starting investment standard for Xuanwu Asia Fund is US$1 million.
Although I have a lot of savings after working for more than ten years, I can't come up with so much working capital. "Qiu Yushan said regretfully.
"Sheng Qiu and I hit it off. If you don't mind, I can lend you 10 million US dollars privately. This money will be put into the Xuanwu Singapore Fund, which is still raising funds. After three years of investment, the fund is unblocked and all earnings generated from this money will be transferred to your personal account. ”
Qiu Yushan was shocked.
He knew that Xu Liang must have his own purpose in inviting him alone.
Now he understands.
The price is tens of millions of dollars.
Hao.
Too arrogant.
Although I can only get the profit of this money.
However, Hanhua disclosed the profit performance of its private equity unit in the past two years.
They can achieve at least 5 times revenue in one year, and 15 times in three years.
After the fund is unblocked, he will get at least US$70 million in pre-tax profits.
Of course, this is the previous performance of Hanhua’s private equity department, and it may not be maintained in the future.
After all, investment is risky, and private equity investment is even more risky.
But Hanhua’s super performance without a single failure in the four years since it entered the private equity field has given too many people confidence.
The same goes for him.
And, to say the least, it would be a total loss.
He didn’t lose a dime either.
Just a question.
Who can resist this kind of fat that reaches the mouth?
Swallowed, his face showing tension and excitement.
"Xu Sheng, are you serious?"
Xu Liang waved his right hand, and Lu Hui put the contract he had prepared before in front of him.
(End of this chapter)