Pixar Animation's animated feature film "Toy Story", which took several years to produce, was released in theaters in North America on November 22. It focuses on family fun during the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. It won the full house as soon as it opened.
Disney's distribution capabilities are indeed impressive. 2,457 theaters in North America opened at the same time, and the movie grossed US$29.14 million in box office in the first week.
Taking advantage of this popularity, theaters around the world opened at the same time, and good news spread wildly in various countries.
In the two weeks since it was released, the global box office has exceeded 120 million US dollars, showing increasingly strong stamina.
Film critics unanimously believe that "Toy Story" can break through the box office high of 300 million US dollars, defeating the popular "Batman Forever" and "Apollo 13", and is expected to become the annual box office champion.
A week after "Toy Story" hit theaters, Pixar Animation successfully landed on the Nasdaq market and became a listed company.
After all, Jobs was a genius. He keenly saw the potential of Pixar animation to explode, and chose to land on the stock market a week after the production of "Toy Story", and it became an instant hit.
His logic is;
Pixar's 3D animated feature film is a historic innovation, and its success is inevitable. It represents the development trend of animation. Disney must be aware of the threat and may launch mergers and acquisitions.
By entering the stock market at this time, Pixar Animation has sufficient cash to obtain greater benefits in negotiations.
Needless to say, a genius is a genius after all, and Jobs really got everything right.
It's not easy to take advantage of Steve Jobs. Not only did he see the next step for Disney, he even saw the next step.
tonight
It was a success celebration dinner for the animated feature film "Toy Story". The invited guests were all influential figures, including the legendary actress Dame Julie Andrews, the musician Sir Cliff Richard, and the famous politician Mr. Tony Blair.
, these are all well-known big figures in the British Peninsula.
It can be said that the stars are twinkling and shining, showing the extraordinary connections between Disney Company and Jobs’ circle of friends.
"Hi! Steve Jobs, congratulations on your success again."
"This should be our success, right? Smart boss king."
"Hahaha... I am only investing in you, Mr. Jobs. I believe you will succeed."
"Of course, we made history."
Steve Jobs, the leader of the gang, is still so arrogant. Even in a star-studded party, he stands out from the crowd and looks proud.
This was a dinner for top entertainment stars in London. Wang Yaocheng and Si Wanru, who was wearing an evening gown, attended the event grandly and chatted and laughed with old friends such as Steve Jobs, Spielberg, and Paul McCartney.
"I'm sorry, beautiful lady, can I borrow your male companion for a while?" Jobs said politely.
Si Wanru smiled and said, "Please, sir, please remember to return him to me. I found that there are many people here who are eyeing him."
"Hahaha... I will definitely do it." Jobs couldn't help laughing, as if he suddenly remembered something; "Are you interested in cartoons? I would like to invite you to visit the Pixar Animation Studio. This is a very fun place.
.”
"You called a company a very fun place, which really aroused my interest. Well, why not?" Si Wanru graciously agreed to the invitation.
Pixar Animation Studios is not far from Los Angeles, only a few hours' drive away.
A secluded cigar smoking room
"Boss, my previous guess was correct. The Disney Company has indeed expressed its intention to merge, but I have not answered them yet, nor have I agreed to their merger." Jobs' eyes were far-reaching, with a smile on his lips; "They feel threatened.
It’s like sitting on pins and needles.”
"I support all your decisions."
"Oh! No, you can't be so irresponsible, that's our company."
"Jobs, my investment in this company is just to invest in your outstanding talent and vision. I am not willing to interfere in the daily affairs of Pixar Animation, including whether to sell myself. It is all your decision. Oh, by the way, if you are optimistic about Yahoo Search
Or video YouTube, I will leave you some investment opportunities."
Wang Yaocheng doesn't want to worry about it. He just needs to be a qualified financial investor. It would be too happy to just take a ride and make money. Why should he bother to work hard?
"Thank you, okay! You convinced me, boss, that Apple is in a very miserable situation and may be facing bankruptcy." Jobs said with a melancholy expression; "Their current situation is very dangerous, and they are only one step away from the cliff."
"Have you been paying attention to it?"
"After all, it was the company I founded, and I put a lot of effort into it. Apple is like my child. I don't want to watch it die."
Wang Yaocheng didn't answer. He looked at Jobs intently, as if he wanted to see something in his eyes.
In fact, Wang Yaocheng didn't see anything. It seemed that Jobs' face was not clean.
a moment later
The atmosphere fell silent instantly, and Wang Yaocheng said in a dull voice, "What do you want me to do?"
Jobs couldn't figure out Wang Yaocheng's thoughts at this time, and he didn't want to reveal all his trump cards. If he expressed his inner request and the boss agreed, it would be a very big favor that would be difficult to repay.
"I was wondering if it would be possible for Apple to partner with a company like Atlantic Business Machines."
"You want to go back!"
These four words of affirmation rang out in Jobs's heart like thunder, making him inexplicably horrified and his face suddenly changed color;
What the outside world says is indeed true. The boss king has extremely keen insight and is almost as intelligent as a demon.
At this moment, the secret hidden deep in his heart was revealed, and Jobs actually felt a sense of sympathy;
When I look at the heroes in the world, I only envoy you and Cao Er.
If Mr. Jobs knew, the charlatan opposite had already seen the hole cards and even knew the color of the underwear of the croupier who dealt the cards.
I'm afraid it will never be as calm as it is now, and it may collapse in an instant;
I don't want to bully people like this. The urban routine is too deep. I want to go back to the countryside.
Jobs; "The launch of Oppo brand computers has had a fatal impact on Apple. The backlog of a large amount of funds has made it difficult for Apple, which has always been independent. They contacted me and said that Apple could not survive. After hearing this, I felt very
Uncomfortable."
"Jobs, I believe in your outstanding ability, because you were once my idol." Wang Yaocheng gently flattered him. His current dazzling identity meant that this sentence was destined to be extraordinary.
Sure enough, Mr. Jobs looked like he had found a soulmate and was quite touched.
A person's mentality is completely different when he is in poverty and after he becomes prosperous. Even though Pixar animation has achieved great success, Mr. Jobs's current net worth does not exceed US$500 million.
You need to look up to Wang Yaocheng, there is two levels difference between the two.
If he had sufficient financial resources, Jobs himself would have rescued Apple.
Apple Computer's current situation is indeed very serious. Its share of the personal computer market has dropped from a peak of 17% in 1980 to 8% in 1994.
After being attacked by the Oppo brand on Thanksgiving Day, its current market share is 0.92%, which is even worse than its historical market share of 4.8%, and it entered bankruptcy crisis more than a year in advance.
After the release of Microsoft's famous Windows 95, Apple's own operating system market shrank day by day and was almost suffocated by oppression.
Since Sculley and the board of directors expelled Jobs from Apple in 1985, Apple has not been able to find the right direction to move forward, and the company has continued to fall into the abyss.
Apple, without Steve Jobs, did not achieve any significant results for ten years from 1985 to 1995. Instead, it shrank significantly.
Sculley was not an excellent helmsman, let alone a qualified product manager. Under his control, Apple took many detours and fell deeply into the mud.
After the "Thanksgiving Bloodbath" in the world's computer market, Apple's fortunes continue to decline, with no hope left.
1995 the whole year
After acquisition talks with IBM, Sun Microsystems and Philips failed, Apple's board replaced Spindler with Gil Amelio as its new CEO in an attempt to find a way forward for the failing computer company.
"Have they contacted you?"
Mr. Jobs pondered for a moment and nodded silently. Wang Yaocheng seemed to be able to read his thoughts. This man was very observant.
Wang Yaocheng tapped the table gently with his slender fingers, feeling that he should leave a deep impression on the other party, so he thought about it and said, "Well, let me guess, you have decided to go back, and there is only one deal left.
Because you are a person with an extremely strong personality. If you return to Apple, you must have the right to speak out. This is the main purpose of your talk with me today, to find allies."
Mr. Jobs was shocked enough, "Go on, boss, I want to hear what else you see?"
"It's not a look, it's an analysis." Wang Yaocheng gave him an inscrutable look; "It's not difficult to guess. You will definitely get back part of the equity, but according to your financial situation, it is not enough to control the company and get what you want.
The right to speak, because of your funds..."
Wang Yaocheng made a small gesture with his hand angrily: "Too little, I'm afraid it won't exceed 10 million US dollars."
"To be precise, it's US$780,000. You guessed it right."
"The rest is very simple. You own two companies. Pixar Animation will never be sold now. It must reach the moment when the value can be fully reflected. So you are a very smart manager. The idea of Disney taking advantage
It will definitely fail.
It’s Next Company, am I right?”
"Gil Amelio contacted me, but the price has not been negotiated yet."
In front of smart people, Mr. Jobs has nothing to hide. People have guessed his own secrets, and he seems stingy when he hides. "I like to meet challenges, and it has always been my long-cherished wish to return to Apple."
, I have a lot of great ideas to implement there.”
"Well, you are a very strong person and you want me to entrust you with the voting rights of Apple and become a qualified financial investor, right?"
Jobs was completely speechless; "Boss King, I have been beaten to a pulp by you, please don't act so evil, okay?"
"Ba"
Snapping his fingers happily, Wang Yaocheng pretended to consider it; "There are two options, you can choose.
First, I will let Pacific Business Machines Corporation authorize Apple to use relevant patents to produce computer products. It plans to invest no more than...well, 100 million U.S. dollars to become a qualified financial investor and alleviate Apple's current financial difficulties.
Second, full support, also as a qualified financial investor."
Jobs had a smile on his face; "Sculley will get the money to quit the board of directors. He holds 1/3 of Apple's shares. I hope you can get them all."
"And you?"
Jobs spread his hands; "Now Apple is a sinking ship. All the shareholders on the board of directors have no confidence in it. I can collect enough shares with the money in my hand."
"Okay, let your lawyer draft the document. As long as Steve Jobs works at Apple, I will entrust you to vote on my behalf for the shares I hold. I will only be a qualified financial investor, but I will send someone to supervise the finances."
"No problem, it's a pleasure to work with you."
In 1980, Apple issued 4.6 million shares at a price of US$22 per share. At the close of the first day of the IPO, it had reached US$1.778 billion, creating about 300 millionaires.
In 1987, when the stock price reached its highest, Apple's market value reached US$3.538 billion, and then it continued to fall endlessly.
Today, at the end of 1995, Apple's market value is only US$502 million, less than one-seventh of its peak.
This does not mean that Apple has only this little value left. The stock market always distorts value, voting with its feet for companies that perform poorly, and prices are extremely devalued.
The advanced computer production lines and factories with an annual production capacity of 5 million computers are worth more than 1.5 billion US dollars, not to mention the unique operating system and many patents.
Of course, Apple Computer's debt is equally heavy, amounting to more than one billion U.S. dollars, and there are mountains of unsaleable products that have almost crushed the company.
This situation occurred with Wangan Computer, which had a market value of less than US$200 million at the time.
This also happened to Marvel. In the most difficult time, it was simply a bargain. This gave Wang Yaocheng a big advantage.
Now, this guy is ready to copy his success and attack the lovely Apple company.
Over there
Jobs finally found the thickest water pipe in his thigh and showed a long-lost smile. As long as the lawyers from both parties signed an equity entrustment agreement, all hidden dangers would disappear.
What's more, the boss king is very generous and lets his lawyer draft the agreement, so there won't be any problems and everyone will be happy.
Wang Yaocheng felt happy.
After several years of hard work, the results have finally come to fruition. The goodwill gained over the past few years has not been wasted. Not only has Pixar Animation's investment been able to reap huge rewards, but there is also a whole mountain of gold waiting to be harvested.
Seeing the foreigners working hard to make money for themselves, and the American government sparing no effort to support their companies, this sense of accomplishment is so refreshing, as comfortable as eating ice water for three or nine days.