Chapter 202 The furious Gaode

Author: quiet thoughts

Chapter 202 The furious Gaode

Two "most"? This is the first time Shirakawa Kaede has heard this statement.

Yu Arai has been working at Daiichi Bank for most of his life, so he certainly knows a lot about the internal affairs of the group.

"Among the six major chaebols in Japan, Daiichi Bank was established the latest and has the most members.

The oldest of the other traditional zaibatsu, Sumitomo and Mitsui, dates back to the Edo period.

Mitsubishi and Fuji followed slightly, but they were also established in the Meiji period.

The relatively young Sanhe also took shape in the 1960s.

But only the First Bank Consortium was established in 1978."

1978 was just two years ago. Looking at it this way, he was indeed the youngest among the six major chaebols.

In fact, the official statement of these chaebols is that they were established in the 1950s and 1960s, but that was because they were forcibly dismantled by the American father after the war and then reorganized.

So in the registration time column, just look at the numbers in the 1950s.

Without a rich historical background, how could it possibly monopolize more than 60% of the country's assets in just twenty years?

“In addition to being the latest to be established, First Bank is also the consortium with the largest number of member clubs.”

This is the second "most" of the first advice, which may sound contradictory.

It was founded the latest but has the most members, although quantity does not necessarily represent quality.

However, in terms of scale and areas of involvement, First Bank can be regarded as a latecomer.

The reason for its rapid growth is inseparable from the management methods implemented by First Bank.

"President Shirakawa, the biggest difference between Daiichi Bank and several other chaebols is its relatively relaxed management strategy.

Most traditional chaebols have a pyramid management structure, with the main family having absolute control over the affiliated societies.

The First Bank is a ring management method, with the First Bank as the center and cross-shareholdings with member associations.

Usually, First Bank, as the center, does not pursue absolute control. On the contrary, the shareholding ratio is mostly low.

What First Bank pursues is mutual support among members within the group, in addition to the necessary consistency of actions in the face of crisis.

At other times, it does not interfere with the members’ respective business activities, so management is relatively loose.”

Bai Chuanfeng's expression changed. This was indeed a bit different from the chaebol he imagined.

No wonder when Ichiro Watanabe left just now, he specifically emphasized that Daiichi Bank was different from other chaebols.

"Then the Qingshui Construction proposed by the First Bank just now...?"

"That's right." Yu Arai nodded, "Affiliated to the Daiichi Bank Foundation."

So it’s no wonder that a bank that is both real estate and construction can provide almost one-stop services.

They are all member companies within the group and have indeed played a role in supporting each other in their operations.

“Not only that, there is also Itochu Corporation within the group, which is responsible for bulk trading activities.

Fujitsu, in the semiconductor computer field. Kawasaki Steel and Asahi Kasei, in the heavy industry field.

Isuzu, Yokohama Rubber, automobile manufacturing field, and dozens of other companies to name a few.

The First Bank Consortium has advantages in chemical fiber, finance, optical communications, computers, oil development, food, etc.

The managers' association of the consortium meets on the third Friday of every month (Golden Sunday), also known as the "Three Gold Meetings".

President Shirakawa, this is the general situation of the First Bank."

Arai Yu took off his glasses and pinched his brows, put them back on and took a sip of coffee before his dry throat felt a little better.

The size of the chaebol is far beyond imagination, Shirakawa Kaede sighed.

In the eyes of ordinary people, facing such a behemoth, they probably would not even think of resisting.

"What advice does Arai-san have for the First Bank?"

Arai Yu looked serious and considered for a while before he suggested.

"Even if you don't join, don't make enemies."

Bai Chuanfeng nodded, it was a very pertinent suggestion.

"But" Yu Arai glanced at Shirakawa Kaede, "It doesn't hurt to borrow some help sometimes, especially if Shirakawa Electric plans to go public in the future.

I believe that First Bank is also willing to contact us, and appropriate cooperation will help Shirakawa Electric expand its influence."

Arai Yu didn't know the specific thoughts of Shirakawa Kaede, but he knew that it was impossible for Neon to be completely insulated from the chaebol.

In this case, it is necessary to maintain a proper and good relationship.

Doing so will not only repel other plutocrats who are eyeing you, but will also bring certain conveniences to your own club, so why not do it.

Even if...even if I have my own ideas in the future, this is not a compromise transition.

Shirakawa Kaede understood another layer of meaning in Arai Yu's words, but these were still a bit early for the current Shirakawa Electric.

But it is also a good choice to maintain the current cooperative relationship with First Bank.

As for the future, let’s talk about it later.

"Thank you Arai-san for the introduction. Please take your time with Shirakawa Holdings."

"It should be so." Arai Yu nodded.

Under his operation, Baichuan Holdings has straightened out various shareholding relationships of Baichuan Electric.

Even now, Shirakawa Kaede has plans to let Shirakawa Holdings serve as an investment company.

Invest some money in some clubs with potential and support their development, and you may be able to reap good rewards in the future.

But everything has just begun, investing in these small clubs is just a practice.

…

Taitung District, Acode Co., Ltd.

"Why did Kojima's lawyer whom we had negotiated suddenly give up the contract with Gaode?"

Takagi Tokujiro's bloodshot eyes widened. He was so annoyed that he directly criticized his assistant Oda.

"President, this...I don't know this either." Xiaotian looked at his president with an innocent face.

The Kojima lawyer originally agreed to defend Gaode in a handheld console patent infringement case.

The price was agreed upon, but the day before the contract was signed, the other party suddenly called and declined the employment invitation.

If that was all, Tokujiro Takagi wouldn't be so anxious.

But I don’t know how many times Gaode has encountered such a situation.

It's even better now. Almost all the slightly famous lawyers in Tokyo have rejected Gold's invitation.

It was as if they had made an appointment, and this was what made Tokujiro Takagi feel aggrieved.

While feeling aggrieved, he was also secretly frightened.

This kind of thing is definitely not a coincidence. To say that there is no other force behind it would be to underestimate his intelligence as the leader of a society.

Is it really Shirakawa Electric's fault? But I haven't heard of the other party's background.

Tokujiro Takagi only focused on the background of Shirakawa Electric Co., Ltd., but ignored the resources behind the "people".

However, unless someone is an insider in this kind of thing, who can understand that the power comes from the academic clan.

As the first court hearing is about to begin, if Gaode doesn't think of a way, the trial will definitely be lost.

When the evidence is solid, there is almost no possibility of overturning the case.

Think about the huge compensation offered by Shirakawa Electric and the various stringent public apologies.

Not only is AutoNavi unable to pay compensation, but even its remaining reputation will be destroyed.

At that time, bankruptcy is almost the only option waiting for Gaode.

As for lawyers, that’s not to say that no one is applying. But those losers probably don’t have the energy to delay the case.

Takagi Tokujiro pulled open his collar distractedly. Even though it was already winter, he was still sweating anxiously.

The Avengers, who had agreed to advance and retreat together, saw Bai Chuan Electric chasing the Gaode family.

The loud shouting at first gradually died down.

These short-sighted guys are so short-sighted. Do you really think that Shirakawa Electric will let you go if Gaode falls?

A plate of loose sand, a mob.

Although the situation is unfavorable, the effect of the counterattack is not ideal.

However, he felt a little unwilling to ask Tokujiro Takagi to surrender and ask the other party for negotiation.
To be continued...