HLnovel Chapter 376 Acquisition Progress
Chapter 376 Acquisition Progress
"But I heard the stock market has been fluctuating recently..."
"My first pot of gold came from the stock market."
Jiang Tiansheng unbuttoned his cuffs.
"The acquisition funds for the Paramount Restaurant came entirely from stock profits."
Li Qiqi leaned closer, and the scent of perfume wafted over her.
"Then...which stock should I buy?"
"three."
Jiang Tiansheng held up three fingers.
"Diversify risk."
He walked towards the bathroom.
"Let me finish my shower first."
The sound of rushing water filled the air. Li Qiqi stood outside the door, her heart pounding.
Jiang Tiansheng's voice pierced through the water mist.
"Best Property, Hong Kong Electric and Wheelock Properties".
Why these three?
She pressed for an answer, her fingers unconsciously twisting together.
Jiang Tiansheng turned off the tap, and the sound suddenly became clear.
"Best Property has a large amount of capital invested by itself and will not allow the stock price to grow slowly; Xiangjiang Electric is a blue-chip stock and its stock price will inevitably soar after International City Company is listed; Wheelock focuses on shipping and the delivery of new ships will drive up the stock price."
Li Qiqi bit her lower lip.
"I want to replace Wheelock Properties with China River Enterprises."
The bathroom door opened, and Jiang Tiansheng stepped out, a towel wrapped around his waist, water droplets sliding down his muscular physique.
Cheung Kong Holdings' stock price is too high.
He shook his head.
"While Wheelock's stock price has risen slightly less, its large shareholding means its profits may be higher."
His gaze pierced through her hesitation like an X-ray.
Li Qiqi finally nodded.
"Okay, it's up to you."
Jiang Tiansheng smiled slightly and reached out to pull her closer.
Two hours later, Li Qiqi was curled up on the messy sheets when Jiang Tiansheng lit a cigarette and spoke through the swirling smoke.
"I own a securities investment company that can manage your investments."
"why?"
She asked lazily.
"Avoid being found out by your husband."
Jiang Tiansheng exhaled a perfect smoke ring.
"All funds, whether in or out, go through my channels."
Li Qiqi is like a gold prospector who has found a gold mine.
"make a deal."
The next morning, Jiang Tiansheng looked slightly tired when he entered the office.
Secretary Cheng Jianshen immediately came forward to greet him.
"Mr. Jiang, have you sprained your ankle?"
"No problem."
Jiang Tiansheng waved his hand and took the document.
"What are the plans for today?"
Cheng Jianshen quickly reported the news.
"A video conference with General Manager Chen at 10:00 AM, lunch with Bank President Lin at 11:30 AM, and then at 3:00 PM..."
Jiang Tiansheng interrupted him.
Have you looked at these documents?
Cheng Jianshen was taken aback.
"No, as usual, we'll wait for you first..."
"You can read it first from now on."
Jiang Tiansheng pushed the document back.
"Sort it and then give it to me."
He took a folder labeled "Confidential" from the drawer.
What's your opinion on Chen Zhilong's acquisition?
Cheng Jianshen quickly glanced at the screen and then looked up.
"Mr. Chen's plan is radical, but highly feasible. I suggest affirming his idea and letting him continue to collect information on small listed companies."
Jiang Tiansheng nodded.
"You are responsible for negotiating with him."
He then opened another document.
"Kang Wenyi's report on old-style commercial buildings, Wan Cheung Building in Central..."
Cheng Jianshen keenly sensed his boss's hesitation.
“Wanxiang Building is in an excellent location. Acquiring it could boost Zhaoan Real Estate’s stock price and facilitate fundraising for a rights issue.”
Jiang Tiansheng shook his head.
"The burden of fundraising and rights issues is too heavy, and the situation in local cities is currently unclear."
He tapped his fingers on the table.
"I want to acquire a large number of old commercial buildings in Kowloon, Wan Chai and Causeway Bay. Let Chan Chi Lung and Kang Man Yee select the targets."
"I suggest focusing on the Kowloon urban area."
Cheng Jianshen immediately responded.
“Wan Chai’s small size and intense competition have led to inflated prices. Although Causeway Bay is developing, its status is not as high as that of the core area of Kowloon.”
Jiang Tiansheng's eyes flashed with approval as he picked up the phone.
"Yang Mingkun? This is Jiang Tiansheng. You personally oversee the Fengtu Construction project, those five small commercial buildings, with a budget of 800 million."
After hanging up the phone, he turned to Cheng Jianshen.
"Fengtu gave me a dividend of 220 million yuan in the first half of the year, which has already broken even."
His tone conveyed a sense of confidence that he was in control of the situation.
Cheng Jianshen then handed over another report at the opportune moment.
"The total profit of the seven shopping mall renovation projects that Zhaoan and Li Yulong collaborated on was 210 million."
Jiang Tiansheng sneered.
"Li Yulong pocketed 900 million yuan from a project he carried out privately."
He pointed to one of the lines of numbers.
"He took 230 million himself."
Cheng Jianshen's Adam's apple bobbed.
"President Jiang, shouldn't we..."
"Sever cooperation?"
Jiang Tiansheng interrupted him, a dangerous smile curving his lips.
"It's too cheap for him."
He walked to the floor-to-ceiling window and looked down at the city.
What is the current profit margin from the renovation of old shopping malls in Kowloon's urban area?
Jiang Tiansheng suddenly asked.
Cheng Jianshen answered quickly.
"The average return is around 35%."
"Too low."
Jiang Tiansheng turned around, his eyes gleaming.
“Starting tomorrow, I want the whole of Hong Kong to know that the return on investment for the renovation of old shopping malls is at least 50%.”
Cheng Jianshen was taken aback.
"What General Jiang means is..."
"Make this business known to everyone."
Jiang Tiansheng walked back to the table and pointed at the report.
"When the water is murky, the fish will jump out."
Cheng Jianshen immediately understood.
"I'll contact the media right away and find a few more experts to create momentum."
"remember.
Jiang Tiansheng's voice suddenly turned cold.
"All evidence concerning Li Yulong has been sealed up. Now is not the time to reveal our hand."
Three days later, at a high-end tea restaurant in Wan Chai.
When Li Jiafeng pushed open the door to the private room, Jiang Tiansheng was leisurely peeling a shrimp. He merely raised his eyelids slightly upon seeing Li Jiafeng enter.
"Uncle Jiang."
Li Jiafeng greeted him respectfully, his forehead still covered in fine beads of sweat.
Jiang Tiansheng didn't respond, continuing to focus on the shrimp in his hands. Only after the whole shrimp meat was peeled off did he speak.
"sit."
As soon as Li Jiafeng sat down, he heard Jiang Tiansheng say calmly.
"How is your father's health?"
This seemingly ordinary greeting sent a chill down Li Jiafeng's spine.
He tried to remain calm.
"Thank you for your concern, Uncle Jiang. My father is doing well."
"is it?"
Jiang Tiansheng wiped his hands.
"He handled that 900 million yuan project all by himself, wasn't he tired?"
Li Jiafeng's face turned deathly pale.
He should have realized it sooner; with Jiang Tiansheng's methods, how could he not know about the projects his father was secretly running?
"Uncle Jiang, I am responsible for this."
Li Jiafeng took a deep breath.
"I am willing to compensate you for your losses."
Jiang Tiansheng suddenly laughed, a laugh that sent chills down Li Jiafeng's spine.
Do you think I care about that little bit of money?
The private room was eerily quiet.
Li Jiafeng could hear his own rapid heartbeat.
"The cooperation will end after the project is completed."
Jiang Tiansheng spoke casually, as if discussing tomorrow's weather.
"As for compensation... it's good that the young man has the intention."
Li Jiafeng knew that he had been completely kicked out of the game.
He forced a smile.
"Uncle Jiang, please understand that I will definitely give you an explanation for this matter."
Jiang Tiansheng picked up his teacup and took a sip, but his gaze went past the rim of the cup, sharp as a knife.
"I am waiting."
In the study of the Li family villa, Li Yulong was leisurely sipping red wine when his son entered with a gloomy face.
"What, is Jiang Tiansheng giving you a hard time?"
"dad!"
Li Jiafeng slammed his briefcase onto the sofa.
"Why did you embezzle that 900 million? Jiang Tiansheng already knows!"
Li Yulong swirled his wine glass dismissively.
"So what if we know? The business world is like a battlefield; everyone has to rely on their own abilities."
"He terminated all cooperation!"
Li Jiafeng practically shouted it out.
Do you know what this means?
Li Yulong sneered.
"Who is Jiang Tiansheng? He's just a nouveau riche. Without our Li family, could he have done so well in the Kowloon real estate business?"
Li Jiafeng looked at his father in disbelief.
"You really think so? Jiang Tiansheng's assets are more than three times ours!"
"So what?"
Li Yulong put down his wine glass, a sly glint in his eyes.
"How about this, you pretend to have a falling out with me and try to win over Jiang Tiansheng. Once you gain his trust..."
Li Jiafeng was utterly shocked.
Looking at his father's calculating expression, he suddenly felt nauseous.
He did not answer, and turned to leave the study.
In the top-floor office of Zhao'an Real Estate, Jiang Tiansheng slammed his fist on the table, causing the teacup to bounce.
"The Li family father and son..."
He gritted his teeth, his eyes burning with rage.
A few minutes later, he forced himself to calm down, picked up the phone, and dialed a number.
"Su Qishan? That's me."
Jiang Tiansheng's voice returned to calm.
"I need to reinvestigate the Li Yulong family's records. The more detailed the better."
He hung up the phone, walked to the window, and looked down at the city below.
Jiang Tiansheng will never be a loser.
The next day, at De'an Securities Investment Company, Bai Jinyan placed a stack of documents in front of Jiang Tiansheng.
"We have already secured the new shares in International City, and the expected profit exceeds 5000 million."
Bai Jinyan pushed up his glasses.
However, funds are somewhat tight.
Jiang Tiansheng leaned back on the leather sofa, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest.
"What is the progress of the acquisition of shares in Hong Kong Electric and Cheung Kong Holdings?"
"Only 30% has been completed so far."
Bai Jinyan looked troubled.
"If we want to speed things up, we may need to use leverage."
Jiang Tiansheng's eyes were filled with excitement.
"How many times?"
"Given the risks, I recommend no more than 5 times."
Bai Jinyan answered cautiously.
Jiang Tiansheng chuckled softly.
"That's too conservative. Hong Kong uses six times the electricity, while Cheung Kong Holdings uses four times."
Bai Jinyan's forehead was covered in a fine layer of sweat.
"President Jiang, this is too risky..."
"Risk and reward are directly proportional."
Jiang Tiansheng walked to the window.
"All of Zhaoan Real Estate's funds were invested in Hutchison Whampoa, and Hong Kong and China Gas's funds were invested in Wheelock, both using 2x leverage."
Bai Jinyan took notes quickly, her hands trembling slightly.
He knew Jiang Tiansheng was always bold, but this plan was simply insane.
"besides.
Jiang Tiansheng turned around, his eyes sharp.
“The investment projects of Hongpu Real Estate, Best Property and Paramount will also be handled by De’an, and the most reliable people will be assigned to follow up.”
Bai Jinyan nodded vigorously.
"Understood, I will personally supervise."
After Jiang Tiansheng returned to Zhao'an Real Estate Company, his phone rang. He glanced at the caller ID and saw it was Guan Jiahui.
"Mr. Jiang..."
On the other end of the phone, Guan Jiahui's voice trembled noticeably.
“My father…he’s been arrested.”
Jiang Tiansheng's eyes sharpened.
"where?"
"Jia Hui Yuan in the Banshan District...they said it would cost 62..."
Guan Jiahui's voice was almost breaking with tears.
"It was only 20 before..."
Ten minutes later, Jiang Tiansheng's Mercedes-Benz braked suddenly at the entrance of Jia Hui Garden.
Guan Jiahui's face was pale.
"Elaborate."
Jiang Tiansheng strode towards the elevator, his voice frighteningly calm.
In the elevator, Guan Jiahui spoke rapidly.
“My dad believed someone who said I had helped him pay off the debt, so he secretly went back to Hong Kong… and got caught by those people… They said the interest had increased to 62…”
Jiang Tiansheng sneered.
"A loan shark's trick."
In Guan Jiahui's apartment, Jiang Tiansheng swiftly and decisively took out several stacks of cash from the safe.