The birth of the Hong Kong Island family

In mid-October, after successfully privatizing Yonggao Company, Lin Zhichao next prepared to establish Qingzhou Yingni, a British-owned company.

Although the Qingzhou Ying Cement Company is British-owned and has a century-old history, in fact it has never had a good reputation and is a second-rate British-owned enterprise. In his previous life, Li Jiacheng first acquired Qingzhou Ying Cement, but in fact he did not leave any Wonderful story.

This is because the market value of Qingzhou Ying Cement is only over HK$80 million. Although the cement business is the largest cement supplier in Hong Kong, its efficiency and equipment technology are very low, resulting in low profits.

Of course, Qingzhou Yingni owns a 900,000-square-foot industrial land in Hok Yuen, Hung Hom, which is the most valuable. However, although this land is of high value, not many people are coveting it. For example, neither Land and Hutchison have purchased Qingzhou Yingni. This is because this land is for industrial use. If it is turned into residential or commercial land, high fees will need to be paid to the Hong Kong government.

However, Hung Hom Crane Garden is close to the Whampoa Dockyard, and sooner or later the land here will be at a premium. Therefore, Lin Zhichao's idea was that after relocating the Qingzhou Ying Cement General Factory, he would wait until the negotiation period in the 1980s to take advantage of the plummeting land prices and then compensate for the land costs. This would save a lot of money.

This strategy will be exactly the same as the land premium for Huangpu Dockyard in the future.

Lin Zhichao originally wanted to build a high-tech park on the land of Qingzhou Yingniheyuan General Factory, but he found that he did not have much high technology and there was no need to waste it like this. Therefore, it is better to develop residential and commercial buildings on this 900,000-square-foot land. Even if a technology building is built, only a small part of the land will be used.

"Chairman"

Huang Changhong, Zhou Fuzhao, Hu Zhaoxu, and Lin Ruihuan came to Lin Zhichao's office together, and then everyone sat down at the conference table.

"How many shares do we currently hold in Qingzhou Yingni?" Lin Zhichao asked.

"Currently, Cheung Kong Group holds 13.2% of the shares. Add to that the 3% held by your private investment company, Victoria Harbor Investment, and it already owns 16.2%. At the same time, the market value of Qingzhou Yingni has increased by 50% this year, exceeding the Hang Seng Index by 30% % increase, but our actions were very small and did not arouse market alert." Lin Ruihuan reported seriously.

Lin Zhichao was relieved when he heard that he held 16.2% of Qingzhou Yingni shares. He indeed told Lin Ruihuan to be careful. In fact, this is a sign of Lin Zhichao's caution. In essence, the acquisition of Qingzhou Yingni will not arouse the vigilance of British-owned foreign companies, especially the Jardine Group.

But now, the covert purchase of Wharf Group shares was already underway, and as the mainland was about to change its business, he began to become bolder.

"Okay, now let's make a bigger move and strive to increase our shareholding to 25% next month, and then join the board of directors of Qingzhou Yingni!"

He uses warm water to boil the frog, which saves money!

If some investors hear that you want to acquire a company, they will quickly raise the price, and even double the price may not be enough. But if they boil the frog in warm water, they will soon give up, the stock price will return to ideal, and then take the opportunity to slowly absorb it at a smaller price.

Lin Ruihuan suggested: "Chairman, the major shareholder of Qingzhou Yingni is Rogers, an Englishman, who is also the current chairman of the board of directors. However, this major shareholder only holds less than 10%; while the members of its board of directors still hold almost 10%. %. If we want to quickly increase our holdings to 25%, I suggest entrusting HSBC Bank's Huoduoli to do it. They can convince some members of the board of directors of Qingzhou Yingni, and they can more easily scan the market to acquire 10% of the equity. It’s very easy for them, at most it’s a 25% premium, which may not be needed yet.”

He did not say that based on the relationship between his father Lin Zhichao and HSBC, HSBC would definitely keep such trivial matters confidential and at the lowest cost.

Zhou Fuzhao immediately echoed: "Indeed, it is faster to find a profitable company and the price is probably the lowest."

Lin Zhichao said with satisfaction: "Okay, let's find Huoduoli Company!"

A week later, Lin Zhichao and Shen Bi sat together.

"I heard that Changshi Group entrusted us, Duoli Company, to acquire the equity of Qingzhou Yingni. Is Mr. Lin planning to acquire it?" Shen Bi asked curiously.

It is a recognized fact that Cheung Kong Holdings has surpassed Land, mainly due to Cheung Kong Group’s more aggressiveness and Lin Zhichao’s brilliant business methods.

"If the 900,000 square feet of land in Hung Hom is properly developed, it will be extremely profitable, so I have already noticed Qingzhou Yingni." Lin Zhichao said frankly.

Of course, the future prospects of the cement business are also good, but the premise is that Hong Kong's real estate becomes more prosperous and the mainland opens up. In this way, Qingzhou Ying Cement can not only make a lot of profits in Hong Kong, but also enter the cement industry in the mainland.

Shen Bi said with a smile: "I guess so! Changshi Group has made full use of its rich real estate experience and strong funds in recent years to achieve remarkable results in the real estate field. Even in the diversified development of enterprises, Changshi Group has also taken the lead in At the forefront of many Chinese-funded enterprises. Lin Sheng deserves to be known as the God of Business!"

After he inherited the position of Sandus, he still attached great importance to Lin Zhichao, a Chinese entrepreneur. In his opinion, if HSBC wants to seek cooperation with Chinese capital, looking at so many Chinese capital bosses, only Lin Zhichao is the unique candidate.

Lin Zhichao said modestly: "Thank you, Mr. Shen! Cheung Kong Group's diversification and globalization strategy has just begun. Of course, we can only talk about other things if we are based in Hong Kong, otherwise everything will be in vain."

He also needs to show his strength in front of Shen Bi, after all, he is worried about Hutchison Whampoa in the hands of others. Of course, Lin Zhichao could also grab it head-on, but that would be too costly and might even involve an army.

Totally unnecessary!

According to regulations, HSBC cannot hold Hutchison Whampoa for a long time because of the rules and regulations of banking regulations. Therefore, HSBC must find a suitable successor in the next few years.

They have to consider two questions: first, who is the most potential Chinese businessman and who will be the most influential Chinese figure in the next ten years; second, who has a higher business level, so that taking over Hutchison Whampoa can lead the company to rapid progress, and The remaining shares in HSBC's hands have naturally increased in value.

If the choice is Lin Zhichao, they will also consider an issue, that is, both HSBC Bank and Universal Group will prosper and suffer losses. The two cooperative companies, World Shipping, have high value. Without Lin Zhichao's leadership, this company may The losses were considerable.

Shen Bi said in surprise: "Mr. Lin is indeed far-sighted. As far as I know, Changshi Group has achieved remarkable results in the fields of retail, catering, beverages and food. This is diversified business; last year, it participated in the investment in Manhattan office buildings. Global investment.”

Lin Zhichao said: "These are all tentative measures. Cheung Kong Group is still based in Hong Kong!"

Shen Bi nodded. This time he asked Lin Zhichao to actually test Lin Zhichao's idea of ​​acquiring Qingzhou Yingni. However, it seems that the acquisition of Qingzhou Yingni this time is entirely based on the land in Heyuan, Hung Hom. Cheung Kong Group hopes to discuss cooperation between the two parties by joining the board of directors.

"Some shareholders of Qingzhou Yingni have a good relationship with our HSBC bank. Coupled with the acquisition of some scattered shares in the market, I believe we can get 10% of the equity for you soon. Don't worry, Mr. Lin!"

"Since Mr. Shen is paying attention to this matter, I am naturally very relieved!"

Lin Zhichao did not show his "offensive" attributes in front of Shen Bi. He only joined the Qingzhou Yingni Board of Directors because he expected to cooperate in developing the Heyuan land. This is very simple. Another important reason why HSBC was willing to help Charter King and Li Jiacheng in the past life is that the political environment has changed, and HSBC also needs big Chinese investors as partners to have the opportunity to intervene in the future. Mainland trade, and adding help in Hong Kong.

This reason is a relatively important factor.

Residential buildings in Kowloon Tong.

Guan Shan returned home to visit his son and daughter. No matter how irresponsible he was, he would come back regularly to see them. However, recently he and Zhang Bingqian were divorcing. Especially since Zhang Bingqian was going to immigrate to the United States with her son, he also had to arrange property matters.

No matter how "poor" he is, it's all relative. As a veteran actor and well-connected, Guan Shan still earns much more in a year than those wage earners. However, he had to socialize with the money he earned and give it to his lover. Finally, he squeezed some money to give to Zhang Bingqian, mother and son.

"You can't wait another year or two until Jiahui is older before immigrating to the United States. Once you leave, I won't have time to take care of her," Guan Shan complained.

It was a fact that the couple had a bad relationship, but he was worried about leaving his daughter to him, but he didn't have much time to take care of her. Even if it were a year or two later, Jiahui would be able to be self-reliant.

Zhang Bingqian was no longer angry. She was extremely disappointed.

"Jiahui can take care of herself, and I asked others to take care of me so that I wouldn't have to eat one day!"

"who?"

Zhang Bingqian thought for a while and decided that she needed to explain some things clearly to Guan Shan so that she would not bear the responsibility alone in the future.

"Sir Lin!"

"Sir Lin?"

Guan Shan was confused. If he was referring to Lin Zhichao, he had actually not seen or contacted her for a long time. Ever since he brought her home, Zhang Bingqian seemed to have offended her, and the two were no longer 'friendly'.

Zhang Bingqian said directly: "It's Lin Zhichao, he seems to be interested in Jiahui!"

Guan Shan blushed and said immediately: "How can this be done! Lin Zhichao is over forty years old, and he has been married so many times, and his children are older than Jiahui. You are asking for money and shamelessness. I will never agree with Jiahui and Jiahui. He gets along.”

Zhang Bingqian said: "That's no problem. Anyway, others are also modest gentlemen, but you need to take good care of Jiahui from now on. Besides, if Jiahui likes others, you have to guard her every day."

Guan Shan didn't believe it and immediately called Guan Jiahui out of the room.

After some questioning, Guan Jiahui boldly said: "Lin Sheng is a very gentleman. He didn't directly say that he wanted to pursue me, but he can help me a lot, including the cost of my mother's immigration, and help me with my life in the future."

Guan Shan couldn't help but ask: "How much does he plan to pay to help your mother immigrate? Zhang Bingqian, can you please give me some face? Jiahui is not sensible yet!"

Zhang Bingqian said with a guilty conscience: "Then you give us the money, mother and son, otherwise you will never see your son in the future. Mr. Lin promised to give me 1 million without any requirements. You listened to Jiahui and no one else said that he would pursue her."

Guan Shan calmed down quickly and was thinking about 1 million. If he could give Zhang Bingqian 1 million, how much could he give to himself?

He quickly shook off the idea, after all, he didn't want to do this.

"I'll ask Sir Lin to come home and explain things clearly!"

Guan Jiahui immediately said: "I have his contact information!"

After saying that, she realized that she had taken the initiative and quickly retreated behind her mother. It was out of her trust in Lin Zhichao that she felt Lin Zhichao could solve any problem.

Moreover, she also wants to be a rich person. She dreams of becoming a rich person!

Two days later, Lin Zhichao came to Guan Shan's house in Kowloon Tong.

He was not worried that Guan Shan would dare to embarrass him. After all, he had never done anything or forced anything, so he was very magnanimous. He didn't bother to shut up Jiahui because he had plenty of time, so why bother scaring others.

The current Guan Jiahui is not the 'money-loving' woman in her previous life, at least she is still very young. As for liking money, let alone her, even children like money.

"Sir Lin, I heard that you want to pursue Jiahui, but I don't know if there is such a thing." Guan Shan said without courage.

There were only three people in the room, and Guan Jiahui and her brother were driven back to the room.

Lin Zhichao smiled and said: "I have had real contact with Jiahui recently, and I really want to take care of her. Guan Sheng does not have to rush to refuse, listen to me explain in detail - growing up in a family like yours, Jiahui will never settle for ordinary people in the future. It is inevitable to go astray in life. I think I have a good character, and taking care of her will definitely not make her suffer. On the other hand, Guan Sheng also has a lover outside and wants to make a fortune; Ms. Zhang hopes to take her son away and support him. It’s her desire and I think in this case, we can discuss it and there is no need to hurt our feelings.”

Guan Shan was speechless for a while, and finally said, "Mr. Lin is too old and too talented?"

Lin Zhichao said: "I don't think so, just be young in mind!"

Silent, Guan Shan had expectations in his heart at this time, but he also felt that doing so would damage his reputation.

Zhang Bingqian had already received a promise from Lin Zhichao, so she naturally hoped that her daughter would be protected by Lin Zhichao.

It was Lin Zhichao who took the initiative and said: "In this way, I will meet your two requirements and allow Jiahui to make her own decision. I will never force it. I will give you two million Hong Kong dollars each as a meeting gift. From now on, Jiahui will definitely follow me. As a businessman, I can take care of you two."

Guan Shan's eyelids twitched, and after a long time he got up and walked towards Guan Jiahui's bedroom.

After a while, he asked Guan Jiahui: "Jiahui, do you want to be taken care of by Sir Lin? He just said that everything depends on your wishes and will never force you?"

Guan Jiahui said without much hesitation: "I do. Anyway, dad, you are not responsible at all. If my mother leaves Hong Kong, and I am all alone, how do you expect me to live?"

In recent months, Lin Zhichao has played with Guan Jiahui several times, and the girl has already made up her mind.

Guan Shan sighed and said: "Sir Lin, I have heard about your character. I hope you will not embarrass us Jiahui in the future."

Lin Zhichao laughed!

If you have money in this world, you can really do whatever you want.

On the same day, behind Guan Jiahui's back, he wrote a check for one million each to Guan Shan and Zhang Bingqian.

There is no need to worry about the two of them going back on their word. In fact, he has already chased the girl, and now he is just giving the Guanshan couple some face.

On the board of directors of Qingzhou Yingni.

Rogers glanced at the directors and said angrily: "Which of you sold your equity to Duoli Company?"

One director raised his hand and then said, "I sold my shares to Fortune, so I plan to quit the board!"

One director raised his hand and said, "I also sold my shares and am willing to resign from the board of directors."

All of a sudden, three directors committed to selling their shares and quitting the board. In their view, giving up 20% of the equity premium to Duoli Company is a very good choice.

Rogers immediately said: "Do you know that Changshi Group issued a public announcement to Qingzhou Yingni that they have obtained 26.2% of the equity of Qingzhou Yingni and requested to enter the board of directors and obtain two board seats."

The three people who sold the shares were stunned. They did not expect that Huduoli Company was buying shares for Cheung Kong Group. But now that the matter has come to this, they still have no regrets. When it comes to yourself, you only have profits. Selling the equity at a premium of 20%, plus it has increased by more than 50% this year, is already a very good deal.

"The requirements of Changshi Group are reasonable and reasonable. They have rich diversified development and strong real estate strength. Joining the board of directors of Qingzhou Yingni is a good thing for the company!"

"Yes, Qingzhou Yingni's performance has been average in recent years, and it is very necessary to introduce new major shareholders!"

For a time, everyone presented a one-sided situation. The Rogers family only holds 10% of the shares and does not have strong financial backing. In addition, Rogers has not led Qingzhou Yingni to operate well over the years, so everyone has been dissatisfied with this chairman for a long time.

Rogers didn't expect that he didn't have many allies, and he suddenly felt disappointed. Facing the Cheung Kong Holdings, he did not have the strength to resist. He spent at most several million Hong Kong dollars to increase his wealth holdings, but it was obviously completely unnecessary.

Next, the board of directors voted on the joining of Cheung Kong Group, and it was quickly approved.

Everything seemed to go smoothly, without any splash at all!

In early November, Changshi Group and Qingzhou Yingni issued an announcement: Changshi Group holds 26.2% of the equity of Qingzhou Yingni and will dispatch two directors to Qingzhou Yingni in accordance with the securities law.

The Hong Kong media only reported it indifferently. Many people believed that Cheung Kong Group’s move this time was just to take a fancy to high-quality land owned by an established British-owned company.

Some media pointed out that the land in Qingzhou Yingni is not easy to develop, mainly the industrial land in Heyuan. It is difficult to obtain approval from the Hong Kong government to change the nature of the land, and the cost is quite high.

Lin Zhichao did not care about the media's opinions, but he personally took Huang Changhong to join the board of directors of Qingzhou Yingni.

before the meeting.

Everyone was very friendly and greeted me!

Rogers also hid his displeasure and said kindly: "Changjiang Industrial can join the board of directors of Qingzhou Yingni. This is a good cooperation."

Lin Zhichao smiled and said: "It is really an honor for us at Changshi Group to cooperate with a long-established British-funded enterprise, especially a century-old enterprise like Qingzhou Yingni."

Rogers added: "Mr. Lin's tricks are really good. Qingzhou Yingni's stock has not changed, but you got 26.2% of the shares. What a trick!"

There is already a bit of "a smile hidden in a knife", of course, it may also be "helpless".

Lin Zhichao said: "It is only with the help of Huoduoli that we can fulfill our requirement to join the board of directors of Qingzhou Yingni."

Rogers immediately understood that it might really be the help of Duoli Company, and he felt helpless. He is just a small British-owned family. Of course Hudoli Company will not help him, but will help HSBC's partners.

After a brief greeting, everyone sat at the conference table.

After some procedures, it was Lin Zhichao's turn to speak: "As real estate rises, Qingzhou Ying Cement needs to make certain adjustments. The land at Heyuan General Factory can bring huge profits to the company. So I suggest that Qingzhou Ying Cement The factory will be relocated to Tuen Mun, while the Hok Yuen main factory will be used for property development."

The other directors all showed expressions of appreciation. As shareholders, who doesn’t want to get rich?

Rogers raised a question: "Relocation and building a new factory require huge financial support; the land of the Hok Yuen Main Factory in Hung Hom is industrial land. If the property is changed, regardless of whether the Planning Department agrees, it will be a huge expense and it will also be a problem for Qingzhou." It’s hard for Ying Ni to support it.”

Lin Zhichao said: "Of course this is a long-term plan. Real estate is booming. We can't leave gold ingots without knowing how to use them, right?"

"Haha, Mr. Lin is right!"

"Long-term planning is very necessary. Large-scale plans themselves last for several years, but during this period, stock appreciation is inevitable."

Take it easy and make the board your home.

Lin Zhichao and Huang Changhong looked at the same thing. They didn't believe that it went so well today. It seemed that Rogers, the chairman of the board of directors, simply didn't have much influence or real power.

But this is normal. Small shareholdings mean less say; on the contrary, members of the board of directors have greater say.

Unlike the Yangtze River Industrial Group, Lin Zhichao can decide it with just one word.

Cheung Kong Holdings.

Huang Changhong said with a smile: "Boss, we only need to increase the equity to 40%, and you can become the chairman of the board of directors of Qingzhou Yingni!"

Everything went so smoothly that even the media rarely reported it.

Lin Zhichao said: "Having said that, Qingzhou Yingni's stock has risen by about 15% at this time, in order not to arouse the market's vigilance. We will increase our holdings starting next year and slowly increase our holdings, so as not to arouse too much vigilance in the market."

Next year (1977), the Hong Kong stock market will not rise, as if the Hang Seng Index of 400 to 500 points is a hurdle that cannot be crossed; this is because - to build a bottom, the market needs stable confidence, so the Hong Kong stock market may fall again next year. Transaction volume plummeted.

At present, investors in the Hong Kong stock market, once the price reaches more than 400 points, sell desperately for fear of running slower. This is a matter of confidence, so we still have to continue to build confidence next year.

It was not until the year after next (1978) that the Hong Kong stock market would continue to rise, but it was unlikely to rise sharply.

What’s really crazy is that in the three years from 1979 to 1981, the stock market will continue to boom.

"OK!"