"The U.S. side is happy to see the success of the Wang's consortium's acquisition of this packaged asset and is willing to help."
"Let's state the conditions together and let me weigh whether we can cooperate. If there is no sincerity, then there is no need to even meet. Everyone can play their own way."
Then you are ready to cause trouble!
Mr. Merck doesn't care about these, nor is he worried about them. All he cares about is the transaction;
"Based on the actual situation, you can get some Samsung Electronics equity, but not much. This needs to be discussed in detail. This is the greatest sincerity they have shown. If they cooperate, the Wang Group will gain everyone's friendship."
This friendship is worthless.
Wang Yaocheng complained in his heart, but nodded in agreement on the surface.
In fact, there are not many choices. Rather than letting everyone break up and let Han Bangzi benefit from it, it is better to seize the actual benefits and weaken the opponent first.
Now is not the time to act impulsively. Although it is full of bitterness to watch the Americans cut off the fattest parts, this is business and the cold reality.
The Samsung Consortium will not sell its core business to the Wang Consortium, even if it has money.
The problem is;
The entry of the U.S.-funded consortium will bring abundant capital and advanced technology to the Samsung Consortium, as well as the vast markets in the United States and Europe, helping the Samsung Consortium to soar for nine days.
This scene happened in history, and it is happening again now.
Wang Yaocheng's little butterfly wings are desperately fanning, but it still has not changed the wheel of history. The control of the US-funded consortium will cause great competitive pressure on the enterprises under the Wang family consortium.
In fact, Wang Yaocheng found that he was unable to change this situation, and it was bound to happen.
Okay, let the storm come more violently.
Think for a moment
Wang Yaocheng said; "I need an interview."
"No problem, they are in Fuso now, a call will fly over tomorrow."
"Then it's settled."
After working on it for a long time, the fruit trees that I worked so hard to cultivate were being picked by others, which made no one feel good.
Wang Yaocheng forced a smile; "I feel a little frustrated. God, I don't want to be a hotel industry tycoon, nor do I want to be an aviation industry tycoon. I really hate making such a choice."
"But we must face it." Mr. Murdoch said with a gentle expression; "To get to this day, we have all experienced countless choices, which is also a precious wealth.
I remember when I came out of Australia to develop, I successively acquired Fox Film Company and The Times, and my career developed smoothly.
When I was ambitious to further acquire urban media companies and prepare to form the fourth largest television network in the United States, I was told;
Non-U.S. citizens are not allowed to own newspapers and television properties at the same time.
For this reason, I had to become an American citizen and eventually established Fox TV, the fourth largest news network in the United States.
As a loyal ally of the British Commonwealth, Australians have offended British politicians and people with this move, and have been widely criticized.
God knows, the British are famous for being mean.
When I wanted to further acquire the Premier League team Manchester United, the British government flatly vetoed the deal.
Damn it!
Aren’t Britain and the United States the closest allies?”
Listening to Murdoch's indignant rants, Mr. Wang Yaocheng and Mr. Merck both laughed; "Oh, when I see someone who is more unlucky, I feel much better."
"Shut up, you lucky boy."
"Hehehe, if you are interested in Samsung's packaged assets, we can work together."
"Not interested." Murdoch changed the topic; "But I am interested in cooperating with the boss Wang. We have a common language in many aspects, including politics, culture, charity and investment cooperation. News Corporation has always looked forward to deepening cooperation with the royal family fund.
Cooperation with relevant parties.”
"The Royal Family Fund has the same expectations."
"Boss King, you should know that News Corporation invested in SoftBank."
"Well, I understand something."
"So SoftBank hopes to transplant the Yahoo model to this country, which is very important to them."
Wang Yaocheng smiled secretly in his heart;
If you didn't know that News Corporation is SoftBank's third largest shareholder, maybe Yahoo Japan has already settled in Japan and is just waiting for you.
He nodded; "We will definitely study and consider it carefully. With all due respect, News Corporation is not SoftBank's major shareholder. What will it cost to promote cooperation between the two parties?"
"Haha, it depends on how much you pay? The Japanese consortium will provide preferential loan support to News Group in future large-scale multinational mergers and acquisitions."
"Well, that makes sense."
Murdoch did not hide it, but directly and openly stated the conditions for exchange in private, which seemed to be very sincere.
As a long-time business veteran, Murdoch knows;
The young man in front of me is a business wizard, and some little tricks are unnecessary and only make people laugh.
Gently tapping the coffee table with his slender fingers, Wang Yaocheng decided resolutely; "Yes, Yahoo and SoftBank will start negotiations on setting up a subsidiary in this country. Yahoo is a listed company after all. Let the relevant personnel discuss the specific matters. We will use
No need to interfere."
This stance is very face-saving and worth tens of thousands of dollars. Murdoch must appreciate it.
As a senior media giant, Murdoch knows where the other party’s focus is; “In response to the unfavorable reports on the companies under the Wang consortium, Fox News Network and newspapers will not add fuel to the flames, but will guide public opinion to report more positive news.
"
"Thank you very much! Are you interested in Cisco?"
Wang Yaocheng threw out another big bait. If the two parties want to cooperate for a long time, they must have substantial interests to connect them. Talking about romantic relationships is childish.
After hearing this
Murdoch's eyes lit up. Who didn't know that the famous investor Mr. Buffett had always wanted to increase his holdings of Atlantic Business Machines and Cisco stocks, but unfortunately the market was far from being able to satisfy his appetite.
Since entering 1998, Cisco has maintained a rapid development rate and has become the most dazzling new star in industrial enterprises. The current stock price has exceeded 78 billion US dollars and is still soaring.
President Chambers, who was rated as the best manager in the world, still holds high the banner of mergers and acquisitions and is running on the road of rapid development.
Now, Cisco is flirting with the network equipment company United Microelectronics. If this merger worth US$3.6 billion is implemented, it can help Cisco's market value exceed 100 billion.
In the market, it is difficult to collect large amounts of Cisco stock, and the lock-in of chips is quite high. The shortage of supply and demand has caused Cisco stock to rise rapidly.
"this……"
Murdoch looked at Wang Yaocheng with some hesitation, waiting for him to reveal his true purpose.
Wang Yaocheng’s face revealed sincerity;
"I hope to gain true friendship from News Corporation and maintain a long-term friendly relationship with Mr. President. I hope to receive fair treatment and safeguard social justice in incidents such as the Internet Yellow Peril theory and the collective rights protection case of Atlantic Business Machines' minority shareholders.
Maintain an equal, free, open and fair business environment.”
These words are somewhat shameless. They are clearly asking the other party to use monopoly media resources, selectively block and suppress public opinion, and selectively report. It sounds high-sounding.
Everyone is like this, just get used to it.
"hehe!"
Murdoch laughed dryly, his head racing rapidly.
The other party's requirements are very clear. This is a bundle of interests to facilitate long-term tacit cooperation between the two parties. It is an excellent deal for News Corporation.
As for the media's stance, Mopi is for sale, and all it needs is a good price.
Be obedient and listen;
I hope to gain true friendship from News Corporation and maintain a long-term friendly relationship with Mr. President
Murdoch, the old fox, understands;
It requires the entire news media group to work together, rather than a single newspaper or TV station to provide a short-term positive report. A reasonable price must be considered.
Even if it satisfies News Corp's shareholders, it cannot scare away this major customer.
“The UMC acquisition?”
"It has been approved by the other party's board of directors. The merger only needs to go through the procedures. The formal news is expected to be announced within a week."
"Oh, News Corporation is interested in investing in Cisco. It can... um... 6% of the equity. It also hopes to obtain a long-term advertising contract with Atlantic Business Machines. We will give it a 20% discount on the normal price."
If the UMC acquisition is implemented, Cisco's stock price will definitely exceed 100 billion U.S. dollars, and the oil and water will be much less. The 6% equity stake will be at least 6 billion to 7 billion U.S. dollars, and it is expected to double within one or two years.
In addition, coupled with a long-term advertising contract with Atlantic Business Machines, the price is not low.
It can be seen that the friendship of News Corporation is very expensive.
Murdoch decisively set out his own price. This is business, there is no need to talk about feelings, and there is no need to be embarrassed at all!
"Atlantic Business Machines will start the delisting and privatization process within the year. We don't want the minority shareholders' rights protection cases to constrain our hands, and we don't want to hear those discordant voices."
"Haha, News Corporation is still very influential in the media industry. I think Mr. Turner will definitely give me this face and maintain the most basic tacit understanding. Are you satisfied with this answer?"
"make a deal."
Wang Yaocheng readily stretched out his hand and held it tightly with both pairs of big hands, with a fiery look in his eyes. Mr. Merck witnessed this touching business friendship.
"Okay, okay! Like a beautiful couple like a flower, a match made in heaven. Lovers will eventually get married." (Please ignore this sentence automatically)
Mr. Merck came up and clapped his hands and said, "Bingo, that's worth another drink."
"cheers!"
The deal was concluded and both parties were happy.
Wang Yaocheng agreed to Yahoo's establishment of a branch in his country and to cooperate closely with SoftBank in this regard. This does not mean that Yahoo will give in on relevant interests. The specific cooperation will depend on the outcome of negotiations.
It is reasonable for the talks to fall apart. No one guarantees that it will work out.
If the cooperation is achieved, News Corp. Murdoch will need to accept a big favor. This will be put aside for the time being and will not be discussed.
Because negotiations can be as fast as three or two months, or as slow as one or two years without any results, everything is still unknown.