Chapter 253 [The first listed company! 】
[A fatal error occurred in the previous chapter. Monaco's information was found to be Morocco. The plot is completely different and has been changed!]
The "Sea Bath Company" (i.e. Monaco Casino), built in the 1860s, has made great contributions to the economic development of Monaco, making the country's sunshine, beaches, sea water, museums and other characteristic landscapes known to more and more tourists, and has indeed made great contributions.
However, due to the beginning of aesthetic fatigue of European nobles and businessmen after World War II, and the Monaco royal family is not good at managing, the situation has been deteriorating in the past decade.
Wu Guangyao and Onassis stood on the same high point, overlooking the business scope of the sea bathing company, and couldn't help but become intoxicated.
Looking around, on the left are the undulating hills, lush in summer and fragrant wild flowers; on the right, it is almost always accompanied by the blue Mediterranean Sea. The sound of waves and white waves are enough to relieve the hard work of the journey; rows of French buildings are full of romance and fairy tales.
"Monaco cannot operate such a beautiful place; if I were to run it, I would let the rich people all over the world come here and enjoy life!" Wu Guangyao couldn't help but sigh.
When Onassis next to him heard this, he immediately felt that Wu Guangyao was not lying. After all, he had been asking about this person in the past two years.
"Asian Ship King" and "Zipper King" will not be mentioned for the time being. Just based on his experience in promoting diamonds in Asia, we know that this person is very good at business and marketing.
How difficult it is to sell a stone that no one knows to every young couple who considers buying it when they get married!
Onassis didn't ask Wu Guangyao's business method; because the two parties have not signed a contract, Wu Guangyao wouldn't say it!
The two ship kings jointly visited Prince Rainier III of Monaco. At this time, Rainier III was chasing a Hollywood actress Grace Kelly, so Wu Guangyao was prepared.
After a greeting, Rainier III said, "The two gentlemen are here, don't know what's up?"
Seeing this, Wu Guangyao said first: "Your Highness, I will sell you the same jewelry that can make the beauty fall in love with you!"
Rainier III was stunned. This man seemed to know what he was about, but he did not make a big fuss!
When Rainier III was still stunned, Wu Guangyao took out a 6-carat pink diamond ring. This is a fine diamond from Debill Company and a rare diamond in the world. Of course, with Wu Guangyao's contribution to Debill Company, this pink diamond has already collected nearly ten of them, and they are all pigeon eggs of more than 6 carats.
"How is it, Your Highness the Prince? Diamonds symbolize eternal love, and this pink diamond ring is rare in the world. No matter how noble a woman is, she will fall in love with it..." Wu Guangyao looked at the heart-warming Rainier III and induced.
Rainier III suppressed the greed in his heart and said, "Mr. Wu, let me tell me the price?"
"Priceless! When diamonds have love, it is priceless! Your Highness, Prince, I want to give you this gift, and I hope that your lover will eventually get married!"
"I can't accept it! The two gentlemen came to visit me, there must be something wrong! Then let's discuss the main business first! My personal affairs are not worth mentioning." Rainier III finally returned to Qingming Festival and said calmly.
"Okay! The prince is so pleased, then let's just say it! The operating conditions of the seawater baths have declined in recent years. This not only loses Monaco's casino income, but also loses a lot of tourism income. In the long run, the seawater baths will definitely be forgotten by the world, and the Principality of Monaco also lacks tourist attractions..." Wu Guangyao said.
At this time, Onassis naturally knew that in terms of eloquence and planning, he was definitely not as strong as Wu Guangyao, so he listened with peace of mind and was better at socializing.
After hearing Wu Guangyao's words, Rainier III did not speak, but fell into deep thought!
The two of them in front of them are famous businessmen, especially Onassis, who are famous European and American celebrities. If they are given experience in the sea bath, they may really be able to open, and then Monaco can also drive the entire tourism resources with the popularity of this sea bath.
In the end, Rainier III's reply was that he needed to discuss it with the parliament and the cabinet, but Wu Guangyao could see that Rainier III was already moved, and this was stable!
After all, according to history, the sea bath was sold to Onassis, but it was taken back by the prince in 1968. Onassis also made countless profits over the past decade, even if it was taken back, it was not free. Monaco also gave compensation.
The pink diamond ring was finally given out. It can be seen that Rainier III will not accept this gift in vain. After all, he is the lord of a country!
Wu Guangyao and Onassis only waited for a day before they received a reply, and this matter was successful!
Wu Guangyao and Onassis jointly invested $25 million to acquire the sea bathing company.
Wu Guangyao naturally wouldn't be too stupid. He paid all the $10 million in cash by himself; instead, he directly borrowed $6 million from HSBC in London, and only had to pay $4 million.
I have my own deposits, but I can't spend them like this!
The next step is to sign a contract, hold a media conference, and form a team.
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Half a month later
In Metro's conference room, the heads of the bullying bank, Robert Flinming (a bank with the Morgan family), William Chillian (commercial bank), HSBC, Prudential Insurance Group, and five financial institutions came to Metro to discuss stock financing.
"President Kaila, Mr. Wu, the valuation of 15 million US dollars, we HSBC has no doubts, just whether we can raise more funds!" The head of HSBC Bank said with a hearty smile. Of course, this is not because of the fact that Wu Guangyao is a cooperative ally of HSBC Bank in Hong Kong, but Metro is really valuable.
The most valuable thing about Metro is its management and operation model, which makes many financial institutions in England more optimistic.
Facts have also proved that Metro has stood out in similar chain stores in recent years and has obvious advantages.
So this time, several major commercial banks in London have arrived!
"Mr. Bean, you should know that we are not short of money! I chose allies, not speculators!" Kayla said strongly.
"Yes...yes, I forgot Mr. Wu's huge wealth, so just do as you said, we have no problem with HSBC!"
These people are naturally well-known for Kaila, especially law firms, which are famous for their difficulties!
The 20% stake in this raising is US$3 million; the public offering is 15%, raising US$2.25 million; all the funds obtained are used for the company's development and operations.
Wu Guangyao remembered that Metro's initial capital was only 100,000 US dollars, and then he established a company that he used the "Promise Loan Act" to be worth 15 million US dollars today. He couldn't help but sigh at the power of capital.
In terms of fixed value, Metro will definitely not exceed US$6 million, but Metro's assets are not just fixed assets, but those intangible assets are the most expensive!
It is precisely because of this that capital has flocked to it!
Metro's new shares are: Kaila holds 45% of the shares, Wu Guangyao holds 20% of the shares, the five major financial consortium holds 20% of the shares, and retail investors hold 15%.
The Metro brand will be officially launched in one month!
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Monaco
The management team of the sea bath has been formed, with three groups of people at the top management, one group is the top management talents recently recruited in Europe, and the other two groups are the confidants of Onassis and Wu Guangyao.
In order to reduce the fight, 70% of management talents are newly recruited, and the confidants of both parties mainly play a supervisory role!
Wu Guangyao also gave some suggestions on the operation of the sea bath:
First, redecorate, add gambling and playable projects, and create shopping centers, leisure centers and other entertainment facilities;
Second, the company spends money on buying vehicles, yachts, and helicopters, leaving customers with no choice;
Third, the company trains beautiful dealers and beautiful public relations.
Fourth, invite Hollywood stars to play and increase their fame!
Wu Guangyao listed a lot of Macau experiences from later generations, allowing the management team to study and execute!
In order to make the sea bath a brand new, Wu Guangyao and Onassis jointly invested $10 million as startup capital.
Next, Wu Guangyao will basically be a hand-off manager and will not spend too much time in the sea bath. Even if he can bring himself in millions or even tens of millions of dollars in income every year in the future, this is not the focus of his career.
Onassis is different. He needs to receive the upper class of European nobles from time to time in Monaco to enter the upper class of European society.
Things are going on in Europe. Wu Guangyao is preparing to return to Hong Kong Island. This time he has been in Europe for more than a month, and it is time to go back again!
Chapter completed!