Chapter 481 The decisive battle (7K chapters, please subscribe~)

  In brightly lit rooms.

  Chu Huan, Jiang Zishan, George Roberts, Ford II, and William Ford sat opposite each other.

   This was the first time Chu Huan saw Ford II. In his fifties, his hair was thinning, but it was combed very neatly. The most conspicuous thing was that his temples had turned gray.

   It was the man who took over the Ford Motor in the hands of his grandfather Henry Ford and led Ford Motor from the trough to glory again.

The Model T car developed by Ford Motor has been popular in North America for 19 years, and it has sold more than 15 million vehicles. The 9-hour work system was changed to an 8-hour work system.

But at that time, Henry Ford, after enjoying the success, became a person who refused to change, thinking that a Model T car could keep Ford Motors popular all the time. From the perspective of historical development, this must be a problem. .

   This is actually the case, so in the 1930s, Ford was surpassed by General Motors and Chrysler, and became the third largest car brand in North America.

   Until Ford II took the helm of Ford Motor, Ford II then carried out large-scale departmental reform and reorganization, quickly restored competitiveness and completed the listing.

  By 1970, Ford had an annual output of nearly 5 million vehicles, accounting for 26.6% of the North American auto market, becoming the second largest automobile company in the United States after General Motors.

   During this period, Ford launched some classic models such as "Thunderbird", "Mustang" and so on.

  It can be said that if there is no Ford II, Ford Motor will continue to sink, and finally disappear.

  So Ford II has absolute authority in Ford Motor, but now Ford II's authority in Ford Motor is being challenged, and it is very likely that their Ford family will lose control of Ford Motor.

  So even if it is what he is doing now, if he slaps himself in the face, he will do it.

   Slowly took out a document from the kraft paper bag and put it on the table. Ford II said calmly: "Director Chu, can you tell me the reason for this matter?"

  The content on the document is actually very simple, it is a list, but the names on it surprised Ford II, because these names are the major shareholders of Ford Motor.

  He took a private jet in Switzerland overnight and rushed back to Michigan, in order to resolve the immediate situation before the Ford Motor shareholders meeting.

  Everyone thinks that this morning's shareholder meeting is the decisive battle between Chu Huan and the Ford family, but in fact, the decisive battle between Chu Huan and the Ford family is at this very moment.

"It's very simple. These people are all members who support me to join the Ford Motor Board of Directors. Although the combined equity of these people still does not have as much decision-making power as the Ford family, I think, Mr. Ford, you should not refuse The demands of so many shareholders, right?"

  Chu Huan sat there with his legs crossed, his expression calm.

  Ford Motor is a listed company, and a listed company means that even if you are the largest shareholder of the company, you must also consider the interests of other shareholders.

  In matters that do not involve life and death, if the Ford family goes its own way regardless of the requirements of these major shareholders and still shuts Chu Huan out, then the Ford family will form a domineering management of Ford Motor to the outside world.

  A shareholder or director who has no right to speak, this is extremely devastating news for many investors.

   They are worried about putting their money on a wanton family.

  If this is the case, Ford Motor will face a larger stock sell-off than tomorrow, and Ford Motor stock will become worthless in the stock market.

   Naturally, Ford Motor also lost their chance of development!

  So now this document can clearly tell the Ford family that Chu Huan's entry into the Ford Motor Board of Directors is a certainty.

   Even the Ford family couldn't refuse.

  Ford II sat there, seriously looking at this young man in his 20s opposite him, with short hair, sharp-edged face, and ordinary casual clothes.

   It's more like a young man who just graduated from university and is looking for a job all over the world with his own information.

   But now, such a young man is negotiating with the helm of the Ford family, one of the most powerful families in the United States, without the slightest panic, and even has the upper hand in mentality.

   "Nowadays, the outside world already knows the grievances between us. If we agree with your punishment of Hyundai, then Ford will lose their majesty. This is not something we can accept."

   Ford II's serene sermon.

  He knew that Chu Huan's appeal was nothing more than using Ford to suppress Hyundai, so as to restore his business in the South Korean market.

  However, the development of things before was so high-profile. If Ford Motor really did what Chu Huan asked, then Ford Motor's majesty would be lost!

  As for the refusal of Chu Huan to join the Ford Motor Board of Directors, Ford II no longer mentioned it. This matter is really a certainty!

  Chu Huan smiled calmly: "If this is the case, then we have nothing to talk about!"

Having said that, Chu Huan looked at his watch and said with a smile: "There are still four hours before the Ford Motor shareholders meeting, Mr. Ford can try to contact the shareholders on the list to see if they will I will not stand on your side again!"

Ford II shook his head and said: "There is no need to contact us. Since Director Chu can hand over this list to us, they are fully confident that they will not turn against each other. But even if Director Chu joined the Ford Motor Board of Directors, Things will not change.

  Ford Motors will not do things that harm our partners! "

  Chu Huan shrugged slightly, and didn't take Ford II's threat to heart, but just signaled Jiang Zishan to hand Ford II another document.

   "Becoming a director of Ford Motor is only the second step. In the next step, we will continue to acquire the shares of Ford Motor until our North American library has the same voice as the Ford family."

"That's impossible!" William Ford said directly: "According to our information, the cash spent on the acquisition of Ford Motor by North American Jiaku is close to 1.3 billion U.S. dollars. $2 billion, you can't have that much cash in your hands."

  Chu Huan did not answer William Ford's words, but looked at Ford II who was reading the documents, and said, "If you have enough cash, you can ask Mr. Ford."

  William Ford's expression changed slightly, and he looked at his elder brother, only to find that his elder brother's expression also changed.

"This is impossible!"

  Ford II patted the document on the table and preached in a sharp voice.

  Seeing this, William Ford hurriedly picked up the documents on the table.

   Then the above content made his face change slightly.

  This is a draft letter of intent for cooperation. The two parties to the cooperation are Chu Huan's North American armor library and the three consortiums of Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Rockefeller in North America.

  The content is very simple. Chu Huan will use the existing shares of Ford Motor as collateral to withdraw part of the cash from the hands of the three major consortiums and continue to purchase the shares of Ford Motor.

   Not only that, but there is also a part of the gambling agreement between the two parties. If Chu Huan can use this part of the funds to buy the stock to get the right to speak in Ford Motor, then this will be a simple loan contract.

If Chu Huan cannot use this fund to obtain stocks that are sufficient to support Chu Huan's right to speak in Ford Motor, then the Ford Motor stock purchased with this fund will automatically become the stock of the three major consortiums. The three consortiums pay a certain amount of fees!

   What a cruel heart!

   Not only is he ruthless to his opponent, but he is also ruthless to himself!

"It doesn't do you any good. Even with this amount of money, you still can't get the right to speak in Ford Motors. Although our Ford family only has 40% decision-making power in Ford Motors, you don't think that our Ford family is in Ford Motors. Don't the other shareholders of the car have any friendship?"

   Ford II asked indifferently.

Chu Huan smiled easily, and said: "It doesn't matter, I have already calculated that with this fund, I can at least obtain 51% of the shares of Ford Motor A shares. At that time, A shares will include my shares, Goldman Sachs, Morgan , the three Rockefeller consortiums, as long as we can maintain the same tone, we will always get the shares in the hands of other shareholders in the future, or get their support. At that time, the Ford family will still lose control of Ford Motor.

   It's only a matter of time! "

  Ford II also has his own confidence, preaching: "But if this is the case, you will personally lose at least 300 to 500 million US dollars. Is this loss acceptable to you?"

  In the eyes of a successful businessman, profit is an eternal topic.

  Before, Ford II could dismiss Chu Huan, but when Chu Huan proposed to hold a shareholders meeting of Ford Motor, Ford II could easily express that he was going to Switzerland.

   That was because Chu Huan couldn't threaten his own interests.

  But when Chu Huan's chips are enough to threaten his own interests, Ford II can also charter a flight from Switzerland directly back to Michigan without any regard for his own face.

  Referring to himself and others, he thinks that Chu Huan must be a very profit-oriented person who has built such a big business, so in this business that will definitely lose, he doesn't think Chu Huan will make such a decision.

  Chu Huan shook his head and said, "All you see is my personal loss in Ford Motor stock, but you don't see the loss in other places if I don't do it.

Hyundai Group can use its influence in South Korea to block my business, and conglomerates from other countries can do the same. If I personally let this happen, the loss will not be 300 to 500 million US dollars, but The development of my entire business empire.

  So this time, I must win! "

  If Ford II had been persuaded so easily, he would not have become a generational hero.

"Having said that, it will be a very long process for you and the consortium you found to really take control of Ford Motors. During this process, no one can say for sure what will happen. kind of thing.

  Maybe your company couldn't hold on anymore, maybe they were on my side by then? "

  Chu Huan nodded, and did not deny what Ford II said, but just smiled easily: "The time may be longer, but it will definitely not be as long as you said, Mr. Ford.

  In addition, as you just said, the Ford family must have its own partners among the shareholders of Ford Motor. I admit this, but as you said, nothing is static.

   Today's partner may become tomorrow's enemy.

The Ford family's control over Ford Motor has caused dissatisfaction among most Ford Motor shareholders. Before this, it was not uncommon for some shareholders to propose to abolish the Ford family's right to speak in this regard. what practical impact.

But it is different now, with me, Goldman Sachs, Morgan, Rockefeller and other consortia, I think when this force is twisted into a rope, no one can underestimate its power. At that time, Mr. Ford, you really think you are now Will those allies of yours definitely stand by your side? "

   Ford II didn't answer Chu Huan's words this time, because he knew what Chu Huan said was true.

The Ford family's strategy for Ford Motor AB shares has long been the most hated thing for these investors. If at this time there is really a force that is strong enough to change this situation, then their Ford family will really It is possible to lose control of Ford vehicles.

Seeing that Ford II didn't speak, Chu Huan continued to increase his bargaining chips and said, "Also, even in a short period of time, we didn't win enough votes, but we, as the largest shareholder of Ford Motor, besides the Ford family, have The car has the greatest say.

  From now on, I don’t think it will be so easy for the Ford family to implement any policy in Ford Motor Company? "

  If the largest and second largest shareholders in the board of directors disagree, the adverse impact on the company's development will be immeasurable.

   It will even seriously affect the development of Ford Motor.

"No!" Ford II shook his head: "You won't oppose for the sake of opposition, you? I can't guarantee it, but Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Rockefeller will not allow such a situation to happen. They are investors. The most important thing is always the profit of the company.”

Chu Huan clicked on the letter of intent for cooperation, and said with a smile: "Mr. Ford, didn't you see the above content? If our North American armor bank has sufficient funds in the future, we can buy these three consortiums at a price of 20% higher than the market price. Stock in hand.

  I admit that in order to acquire Ford Motors, I really don’t have much cash in my hands to support me to do this at this time, but this is just now and does not represent the future.

Although the evaluation of my wealth on "Fortune" has some deviations, it is not very big, but "Fortune" missed one thing, that is, the wolf smoke game that is currently blowing up the whirlwind in North America, just one game has already given the wolf smoke game Bringing hundreds of millions of dollars in profits, just next month, Wolf Smoke Games will launch two games at the same time.

   No one knows what kind of profit will be generated at that time, but it is enough to bring absolute oppression to Ford Motor.

  Personally, I could use that profit to buy a stake in Ford Motor if I wanted to.

  At this time, don't you still doubt my determination to deal with this matter? "

  Ford II looked gloomy, he understood Chu Huan's determination.

  No matter how big or small South Korea is, it is still a country and its market cannot be underestimated by any company.

  Especially on something like this that could set off a chain reaction.

  Seeing that Ford II did not speak again, Chu Huan also knew that the big stick that should be hit had fallen, and now it was time to give a sweet date.

   "To be honest, I also understand that according to my personal ability, if I want to buy a Ford car, even if I have sufficient funds, it is still impossible to get a Ford car, so I will drag Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Rockefeller at this moment."

  Chu Huan’s identity as a Chinese businessman is doomed. It is basically impossible for Chu Huan to win a company with a long history in North America like Ford Motor Company. This is actually one of the previous reliance of the Ford family.

  But the situation is different now. Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Rockefeller have joined in.

  With these three companies, together with Chu Huan, if they want to get a Ford car, the identity problem has actually been solved.

"However, I don't have any ideas about Ford Motors. My fundamental goal is the Zheng family of Hyundai Group, so as long as Ford Motors can cooperate with me to suppress Hyundai Motors, I can guarantee that I will get the most perfect one for this matter." solution.

  By the way, isn't the board of directors of Ford Motor always wanting to let William leave the management of Ford Motor? At this point, I can choose to stand on the same front as the Ford family. As long as I have my support, I think Mr. William Ford should not have to leave the management of Ford Motor. "

  William Ford, who was sitting aside, immediately showed a hint of joy in his eyes. Although he wanted to control it, he couldn't help but look at Ford II.

  If he can continue to stay in the management of Ford Motor, then he may succeed his brother Ford II as the helm of Ford Motor in the future.

  It will be a great honor to be at the helm of the second largest automobile company in the United States.

   Ford II did not receive his younger brother's expectant eyes, but couldn't help looking at Chu Huan.

  What a deep young man, he has grasped the most fundamental ideas of their Ford family.

   The Ford family has always controlled Ford Motors.

   This is the gene engraved in the bones of the Ford family.

   "Just want to use this to suppress the Hyundai Group?" Ford II did not say anything about rejecting Chu Huan, but sent other inquiries to Chu Huan.

   "Of course it's not just about suppressing the Hyundai Group. I need to arrange for a group of people to enter Ford Motor. From the workers in the assembly workshop to the management, I must have my people enter every link!"

  Chu Huan stated his ultimate goal.

  Suppressing the Hyundai Group is definitely going to be done, and it is also necessary to let one's own people enter Ford Motor.

   "You want to enter the automobile field?" Ford II also guessed Chu Huan's plan at the first time.

  Chu Huan did not deny this, and said: "If it is possible, why not?"

Ford II said: "If this is the case, isn't our Ford car cultivating enemies for itself? I believe that with the financial resources and abilities of Mr. Chu, if we enter the automotive field in the future, we will be the biggest enemy of our Ford car! "

  Chu Huan chuckled, and said, "Although I personally appreciate Mr. Ford's statement, I don't think this is what you really think, Mr. Ford?"

  Ford II was taken aback for a moment, then suddenly burst into laughter, then stretched out his hand and said: "If this is the case, then on behalf of Ford Motor, I welcome Director Chu to join!"

  William Ford, Jiang Zishan, and George Roberts were stunned. No one expected that the matter would be resolved suddenly, and so did Ford II. He easily agreed to Chu Huan's request.

  Chu Huan didn't care about the thoughts of these three people, but shook hands with Ford II with a smile and said, "I hope that Ford Motor will be able to achieve greater glory under the leadership of the Ford family in the future!"

   "That's for sure!" Ford II laughed.

  The matter was settled, Ford II did not leave, but discussed with Chu Huan the details of the Ford Motor shareholder meeting four hours ago.

   It was not until after seven o'clock in the morning that Ford II left the hotel with William Ford.

  Jiang Zishan, who hadn’t slept all night, George Roberts asked Chu Huan energetically, “Why did Ford II suddenly agree?”

Chu Huan said with a smile: "Because Ford II has no other choice. If you agree, Ford still belongs to the Ford family. If you don't agree, maybe it will be at this shareholders' meeting or at a certain point in the future. The Ford family would lose control of Ford Motor."

   "At the same time, our Ford cars may lose the North American and even global auto markets during this period of time."

  Sitting in the car, Ford II was also explaining the current situation to his younger brother William Ford.

"Chu Huan just made it clear that if he can't suppress Hyundai Group in this matter, then various problems will arise in his global business, and the money he will lose will be far more than now. That is to say, this war is, for him, an outcome of either victory or destruction.

In the face of such a situation, Chu Huan can risk everything to complete this matter, but we can't. Don't forget that in addition to his global animation and game business, Chu Huan also has a real estate business in Xiangjiang. Even after losing the global animation business, Chu Huan can still rely on Xiangjiang's real estate business to make a comeback, but we can't.

  The most important thing about our Ford family is Ford Motors. We cannot tolerate Ford Motors becoming the battlefield between Chu Huan and Hyundai Group, and destroying everything here, because without Ford Motors, our Ford family will lose everything.

  Chu Huan is doing his best with a way out, but we have no way out! "

  After listening to Ford II's explanation, William Ford expressed that he understood the current situation, and couldn't help asking: "Then we really have to give up Hyundai Group?"

Ford II waved his hand, "It's not giving up, it's just a joint suppression with Chu Huan for the time being. I just told you about Chu Huan's madness, and now I'm going to tell you about Chu Huan's rationality. First Boston Bank, Chase wants to go it alone.

So at that time, I didn't take Chu Huan seriously at all, because if that's the case, even if Chu Huan gets more shares in Ford Motor in the future, we can use administrative power to prevent Chu Huan from getting Ford shares. car.

However, it is not unreasonable that Chu Huan was able to build up his own wealth in just a few years. Obviously he also discovered this problem, so he contacted Goldman Sachs, Morgan, and Rockefeller. Bought cards.

  With them, Chu Huan and the others can form a new consortium to completely control Ford Motor, and the administrative power we rely on will no longer exist.

This shows that Chu Huan is a crazy person with absolute reason. Such a person is a shareholder of Ford Motor, and he will not allow his investment to suffer losses. Therefore, he does not want to cooperate with Ford Motor and Hyundai Motor. Would make Ford give up.

  What he wants is an attitude, an attitude of a modern group Zheng Zhouyong submitting to Chu Huan or even surrendering.

  As long as they have this attitude, people in all other regions and countries will no longer think about doing excessive things against Chu Huan's business.

   And Chu Huan can use this to let the Hyundai Group go, and let them continue to make money for us! "

   "Is that so?" William Ford sighed, "This Chu Huan thinks so far, so much?"

   "This person will become a great person in the future!" Ford II also sighed.

  William Ford asked suddenly: "By the way, what happened to what you told Chu Huan just now about Chu Huan wanting to get involved in the automobile field?"

  Ford II chuckled softly: "I believe that Chu Huan really wants to enter the automotive field, but both me and Chu Huan actually understand a truth."

"Xiangjiang is too small to support a car company, and what Chu Huan is doing now is at most wanting to plan ahead. It's good to be able to enter, but if he can't, he won't say anything of."

William Ford nodded, and said: "I think Chu Huan is a bit of an idiot, not to mention that Xiangjiang is too small, that is, there are Japanese cars in Asia, and South Korean cars that are rising. Chu Huan wants to be in this place. It is basically impossible to make a difference in the field!"

  The two Ford brothers, no one would have thought at this time that in another ten years, Huaguo would become a market that every car company wanted to enter.

   "It seems that we will definitely lose face this time!" William Ford couldn't help preaching when he thought of the shareholders meeting to be held today.

  Ford II chuckled, and said: "If Ford has its own flagship store in Xiangjiang, it won't be a shame."

  William Ford was stunned: "Didn't you tell Chu Huan about this just now?"

  Ford II laughed and said, "I believe Chu Huan will not give up on this kind of thing!"

Speaking of this, Ford II said to William Ford: "Call Zheng Zhouyong after you go back and ask him to apologize to Chu Huan honestly, otherwise our Ford Motor will stop all technical support for Hyundai Motor, and at the same time transfer back to Chu Huan. All the money!"

   Also, it may be later, but there should be~~

  

  

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