DreamersGN Chapter 148: With The Acquisition Of Volvo, Xiaguo Is Boiling Again!
Chapter 148: With The Acquisition Of Volvo, Xiaguo Is Boiling Again!
On April 12, 2008, in a manor house on the shore of Lake Huron in Michigan, North America.
Tang Tian, who had been away from America for nearly a year, came here again, looking at the familiar and unfamiliar buildings around him, he was filled with emotion in his heart.
At this time last year, Tang Tian was just a newly-emerging Xia country entrepreneur with assets of less than tens of billions of dollars, but now he is the sole controller of a medium-sized financial consortium, with influence spread across Asia, America, and Europe, and all over the world. prestigious.
In contrast, Ford, which was one of the world's four major automakers last year, is ambitiously shrinking its front line. This year, it has sold one of its eight brands.
It can be said that things are right and wrong!!!
"Hey! Don!"
"We haven't seen each other for almost a year."
"The 90-year-old Petrus I gave you last time, how does it taste?"
Just when Tang Tian and his group entered the manor, an old white man wearing an Armani custom-made suit came out, followed by a group of security personnel, and greeted Tang Tian with a warm smile on his face.
"not bad!"
"Old Bill, your bones look so much worse than before."
"I said it last time, old guy, don't indulge yourself all the time, you have to be careful."
"Hahaha!"
Looking at the white old man, Tang Tian laughed and teased out loud.
The old white man looked at him dumbfounded: "Tang, you are still so naughty."
Li Shufu, the chairman of Jili next to him, saw the happy scene, and his uneasy heart suddenly calmed down. Being able to make such a joke shows that Tang Tian has a very good relationship with the old Bill of the Ford family, which is of great importance to the next negotiation. Great benefit.
While chatting, a group of people entered the manor under the leadership of Old Bill. This manor is close to Lake Huron. Unlike England, this is a country house, which is more elegant in the field.
It includes pastures and farms, and the air is very fresh.
What Old Bill entertained Tang Tian and the others were not rare and expensive ingredients, but the beef, mutton, and vegetables produced here.
Perhaps because of pure natural reasons, these dishes are very delicious among Li Shufu and his party, which are very different from those in China.
"Don!"
"I'm not an oriental person, and I don't like to eat rice or millet."
"However, I like Yuanmai produced by Shiweitian Group very much, and I have some.
Old Bill stared at Tang Tian intently with a pair of old eyes, and said.
"Old Bill."
Tang Tian shrugged and replied: "You also know that Yuanmai grows in alpine regions at an altitude of 4,200 to 4,500 meters.
"The barley we have discovered now are varieties with thousands of years of planting history and cannot be planted on a large scale."
"The annual output of super-grade barley sold by Shiweitian Group is less than 100,000 catties, and more than half of it falls into your pocket.
"It may not be possible to increase production now, but we are already looking to see if there are extra-grade mangoes elsewhere.
"Let's see next year, if there is any, I will send it to you as soon as possible."
Yuan wheat, also known as highland barley, is only grown in Xia country in the world.
The current super-grade Yuanmai purchased by Shiweitian Group are all carefully selected varieties in Tibet Province. However, they are produced in Qinghai, Western Sichuan, Diqing, Gannan and other places. Shiweitian Group has not yet expanded its procurement channels. In other provinces, the output will inevitably be somewhat limited.
Foreigners are different from Xia Guo people. They don't like to eat rice, but prefer to eat noodles. Yuan wheat is ground into noodles, which has high nutritional value.
At Old Bill's status and age, sometimes he pays more attention to the original ecology of food, and the price doesn't mean anything to them.
"Oh well!"
Old Bill was a little disappointed when he heard this.
After eating the super-grade barley produced by Shiweitian Group, he has no interest in other wheat.
Looking at Old Bill's appearance, Tang Tian couldn't help but said: "Hey, Old Bill, there is no premium wheat."
"However, we have recently brewed a batch of highland barley wine with secondary barley."
"These wines adopt an ancient fermentation method, with low alcohol content, soft and sweet taste, and no headache or thirsty reaction after drinking."
"It has unique benefits for the treatment of three highs, and it can also delay cell aging."
"The highland barley wine is still brewed in a small amount, and it is expected to be fully brewed in November."
"When the time comes, I'll send someone over to give you a taste."
"I buy Karma!"
When Old Bill heard this, his depressed mood disappeared, and a smile appeared on his wrinkled old face, and he said quickly: "My dear Don.
"You are truly an angel sent by God!"
"Hahaha!"
Tang Tian was once again amused by this cute white old man.
The conversation between the two caught Li Shufu's attention, but he could not help but ask Tang Tian's secretary Lin Yu: "Secretary Lin."
"What is Yuanmai that Mr. Tang and the others are talking about? Why does Old Bill seem to like it very much?"
"Is this thing precious?"
"Dong Li!"
Lin Yu explained with a smile: "Yuan wheat is actually highland barley."
"It's just that the conditions for the super highland barley produced by Shiweitian Group are very harsh."
"Currently, there are only five varieties of super highland barley: Gangba, Zedang, Pulan, Nimu, and Lianxiang."
"Take Pulan white highland barley as an example. The melting of snow has nourished 3,000 mu of fertile land and bred a unique white highland barley. The yield per mu can reach 700 jin. Only high-quality barley with full grains can be selected to be included in the special grade.
"Therefore, Shiweitian Group's output of Pulan Yuanmai is less than 20,000 catties."
"These barleys are highly praised by Europeans and Americans for their rich nutritional value, and the price per kilogram has reached 5,000 US dollars."
"hiss!!!"
Hearing this, Li Shufu couldn't help but gasped.
Just listening to these words, I feel that the conditions for the growth of super-grade barley are extremely harsh, but I didn't expect the price to be so high.
One kilogram is 5,000 US dollars, which is equivalent to 35,000 RMB per kilogram. If it is ground into powder, it will only be 0.7 kilograms, and it will be gone if you use it casually.
But it is such an expensive premium barley, judging from the old Bill's expression, the supply is obviously in short supply. There are so many rich people these days!
But what makes Li Shufu even more curious is what kind of company Shiweitian Group, which produces super-grade barley, is, and he has never heard of it.
"Food for the Sky Group is a grain and oil company established by the Star Consortium at the request of high-level officials."
Lin Yu seemed to have guessed what Li Shufu was thinking, and continued to explain: "It is different from traditional grain and oil companies."
"Shiweitian Group includes grain, oil, rice noodles, water drinks and food processing, mainly targeting high-end customer groups.
"For example: the rice variety is tribute rice produced in China for thousands of years, as close to the original ecology as possible.
"According to the grading of Shiweitian Group, there are only more than ten kinds of first-grade rice, and the annual output is less than 100,000 catties."
"The price of first-grade rice is slightly lower than that of super-grade wheat, and the difference is almost the same."
"Gulu!"
Li Shufu swallowed again.
The positioning of this Food For Heaven Group is really too high-end.
Such a price, except for the wealthy at home and abroad, cannot be afforded by ordinary high-income families.
The Star Consortium played too well, it simply refreshed their three views, doing business for the rich, instead of targeting ordinary people.
While Li Shufu was talking to Lin Yu, Tang Tian and Old Bill walked out of the villa and came to the lakeside. Looking at the scene of the breeze blowing by and sparkling, the faces of both of them became a little heavy, and their eyes became more serious. is profound.
"Land Rover and Jaguar are sold!"
"Is the situation serious?"
Suddenly, Tang Tian mentioned a sentence.
"Um!"
Old Bill said solemnly: "This crisis is more serious than we imagined."
"You also know that the Ford Group has expanded too much in recent years, and has invested heavily in other sub-brands."
"Right now, our investment in other sub-brands has not even reached the stage of Japan.
"America created a storm that could sweep the entire world, and Ford was alone in this storm."
"We can only choose to give up some things and stabilize the market after the liquidity on hand increases."
"cut!"
However, upon hearing this, Tang Tian disdainfully asked, "Who are you old Bill?"
"Is there anyone in North America who doesn't know you're an old fox."
"I think your plan is not to stabilize the market, but you want to take this opportunity to buy tradable shares in the city and shares held by private institutions.
"If the Ford Group hadn't dispersed its shares, the entire United States would have added a consortium long ago.
"This wave of crisis is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the Ford family. With a relative shareholding of 51%, your family can rely on the core business of the Ford Group to advance to other fields, and it will take a few years to achieve a magnificent transformation of the consortium."
"I knew this matter could not be hidden from your eyes!"
After taking a deep look at Tang Tian, Old Bill said meaningfully.
The actions of the Ford family are not hidden. Many big consortiums have seen it, but no one has time to control it.
The main reason is that this crisis is an irresistible disaster for many people. Ford Group wants to take advantage of the financial crisis to recover shares at a low price. Many financial groups are doing the same thing.
It's just that those consortiums choose to acquire high-quality companies, just like the Morgan consortium just swallowed Bear Stearns.
Any financial crisis is a big reshuffle for the consortium forces all over the world, there is no doubt about it!
"okay."
"Let's not gossip, you also know who I brought on this trip."
"Give me a real price, and finish the negotiation quickly!"
Pouted, Tang Tian asked straight to the point.
"How do you get involved in something like this?"
"Jili's size is not enough for you, the leader of the consortium, to come forward in person, right?"
Old Bill sized Tang Tian up, and joked a little.
After waving his hand, Tang Tian said calmly: "What can I do about the company that Xia Guo's senior management is optimistic about?"
"It's not like you don't know that the Star Consortium's roots are in the country of Xia, so it has to sell some face.
"Besides, Xiaguo should also have a stand-up auto company, and people in South Korea still have a Hyundai.
"I know that Volvo was originally intended to be packaged and sold to the Tata Group, but they didn't like it."
...ask for flowers...
"Your calculations are wrong, Ah San wants to be the glory of the suzerain country, and the acquisition of the brand is to pay tribute to the owner.
"If Aston Martin, believe it or not, put together the three brands, you can sell them for 5 billion US dollars, and the Tata Group will buy them all."
Among the car brands controlled by Ford, Aston Martin, Land Rover, and Jet are all of pure British descent.
The acquisition of the latter by Tata Group is largely based on the fact that India has been ruled by England for many years. It is normal for the younger brother to want to stand on the head of the sovereign country. The Tower Group doesn't like it at all.
"You kid is really a pot that you can't open and a pot to lift!"
I heard that old Bill's face
The color is a little dark, and there is even a little annoyance of being exposed.
"One and a half billion dollars is too much, and Volvo is not worth the price."
"I decide for Ji Li, 1.2 billion dollars."
"Don't say that the price is inappropriate, you sold it to the Tata Group, Land Rover and Jie's put together only 1.8 billion US dollars.
"You think I don't know the sale price of 2.3 billion US dollars, and part of it is debt assumption?"
"It's fine, if it's not good, just pull it down. I'll take them to another house. Chrysler is also in Michigan. Their jeep is also a good choice."
With eyes like torches, Tang Tian said in a voice.
Click!
Old Bill's complexion tightened, and his breathing became a little short.
The headquarters of Chrysler, the third largest automaker in the United States, is in Highland Park, Michigan, less than 300 kilometers away.
Although Jeep under Chrysler is not a luxury car brand, it is the most famous off-road vehicle brand in the world, and it has always symbolized real four-wheel drive performance and innovative technology.
technology and continuous improvement, its technical background is not inferior to that of Volvo.
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Moreover, Jeep has been registered as an international trademark since 1950, and has become one of the most famous consumer brands in the world, and has become an international synonym for off-road performance
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In 2007, Chrysler broke away from Daimler-Benz and went solo. Last year, after experiencing the subprime mortgage crisis, Chrysler's capital chain was also on the verge of breaking.
At this time, Chrysler is likely to sell the Jeep car brand in exchange for capital stability.
"You're here, what else can I say!"
"1.2 billion dollars is 1.2 billion dollars. If the funds are in place, I will arrange the handover immediately."
In the end, Old Bill took a look at Tang Tian and made a decision.
"good!"
Tang Tian nodded and waved towards Li Shufu: "Dong Li."
"Young Master Tang, Mr. Bill!"
Li Shufu hurriedly came in front of the two, his eyes full of anticipation and longing.
"Old Bill has already agreed to an offer of 1.2 billion US dollars, you can arrange someone to sign the contract now, and pay the money as quickly as possible."
"Within three days, I hope that Ji Li can complete the handover."
With a slight chin, Tang Tian can call Li Shuzhu.
"yes!"
When Li Shufu heard this, he couldn't help being happy, and quickly took out his mobile phone to send a message to the negotiating team.
On the other hand, Bill is also arranging for the handover of the Volvo brand.
On the same day, Geely Group and Ford Group reached a cooperation agreement. The two parties will transfer Volvo, a second-tier luxury car brand, at a price of US$1.2 billion.
The media instantly reported back to Xia Guo, setting off a frenzy.
"Stars bought Aston Martin first, and then Ji Li bought Volvo. Awesome!"
"Feng Shui turns around. When we come to my house this year, Tang Tian's words really live up to his reputation. Now it's our turn to acquire foreign-funded enterprises!"
"I heard that the chairman of Star Investment, Tang Tian, personally negotiated for this acquisition. Star Investment has already bought a stake in Geely Automobile and has become the second largest shareholder. Is this true?
Strong alliance?"
"I would like to call Tang Tian the strongest! Hang! Hang! Hang!"
The entire Xia Kingdom erupted into heated discussions because of Geely's acquisition of Volvo, which greatly increased the national confidence.
Even the Volvo brand has spread to thousands of households in Xiaguo, which also provides a prerequisite for Geely to roll out Volvo cars in Xiaguo.
What is even more shocking is that Star Investment holds 37% of the shares as the second largest shareholder of Geely Automobile. Moreover, Star Investment will increase the capital of Geely Automobile by US$500 million in proportion to the shares.
Li Holdings increased its capital by US$800 million, which will be used for the daily operation of Geely Automobile.
Of course, the 1.3 billion US dollars is mainly for Volvo's rectification and expansion of production lines.
Many thoughtful people even included Geely Automobile in the ranks of the Tang family of enterprises. After the acquisition of Volvo, the market value of Geely Automobile once skyrocketed.
The value exceeded 100 billion Hong Kong dollars, becoming a rare powerful enterprise in China.
However, the skyrocketing price this time is mainly due to Star Investment's shareholding. Anyone with a discerning eye can see that Star Investment is the real bellwether of Xia Guo. Which company Star Investment has invested in?
It's not about advancing by leaps and bounds and being invincible. The source of stockholders' confidence in Geely Automobile lies in Xingchen Investment.
It can be said that the word Xingchen has become synonymous with high-quality enterprises in Xiaguo. .