The Industrial Giant Reborn

Three days later, the private plane belonging to Chen Zhiwen once again landed at Hong Kong's Kai Tak Airport. A dozen white people got off the plane, headed by Eisner, the CEO of Disney in the United States.

Eisner may be very famous in the United States. In Hong Kong, some people may have heard of his name, but almost no one knows his appearance. You know, in this era, celebrities need to be exposed in newspapers. As one of the celebrities in the United States, Eisner has little influence on Hong Kong. It is naturally impossible for Hong Kong newspapers to publish his photos in boredom. The space in newspapers is also limited and will not be wasted at will. As for TV stations, That's even more impossible.

But Dong Youwei is another story. As the CEO of Hong Kong's largest real estate company Land, although he is also a wage earner, his boss Chen Zhiwen basically delegates power. His influence on Hong Kong's economy is limited to Dong Youwei, The influence of wage earners like Zhou Jiayang is far greater than that of bosses like Li Jiacheng.

As the only airport in Hong Kong, Kai Tak Airport is small and has only one long runway. The VIP exit is near the normal exit. At the same time, it is also the place with the highest density of reporters. Whether they are in the political, business or entertainment industries, they all need to start here. After that, many reporters stayed here for a long time. Anyway, some well-known people come here almost every day.

"That's Dong Youwei? Why is he here? Is he preparing to leave the port?" A reporter said in surprise when he recognized Dong Youwei standing in the crowd.

"Taipan of Landmark?" Another person also recognized him and said, "It seems that he is here to pick him up from the airport. Chen Zhiwen is in Hong Kong. What kind of identity does he have that allows Dong Youwei to come to pick him up?"

"I don't know. Let's take some photos first. If you can take clear photos, you can explain it when you go back. If it becomes a big news, you will make a lot of money." The first reporter said, at the airport, I met This kind of thing, but occasionally we will find some big news.

The two walked nearby and took a few photos without attracting each other's attention. They did not dare to get too close. There were many people around Dong Youwei, probably bodyguards. If they dared to get close, if these big people If the boss is unhappy, getting a beating is a trivial matter. If he offends the other party, he may not be able to keep his job. As a reporter in Hong Kong, he has seen a lot of things. Do they know that a word from a big boss can determine the lives of many people.

This is different from celebrities. If they discover big news about celebrities, even if they anger the other party, their boss will protect him. Even a small newspaper boss is not afraid of popular celebrities at all, otherwise who would be his reporter? Are you still desperately looking for entertainment news? Unless the boss behind the star also quits, the possibility is very low. The star is just a part-time worker.

Under the close attention of the two, more than a dozen ghost guys came out from the VIP exit. Dong Youwei also immediately stepped forward to say hello and shake hands with everyone one by one.

"Who are these people, British guys?" the reporter who secretly filmed said strangely: "The Land Group is now owned by Chinese investors, so it shouldn't have much to do with the British guys, right? Who deserves Dong Youwei to be so polite?"

"Is it a British official?" another reporter said.

"It's unlikely. British officials are here. The Hong Kong government will send people here no matter what." The leader said: "It seems that it should be a purely commercial cooperation. It must be a big move for Land to pick people up." This is a large-scale cooperation, Xiao Wang, we may have really stumbled upon big news."

"But we don't know anything? We can't just run and ask who the other person is, right?" Another person said with a frown.

"How can we know what's going on right away with such big news? We still need to investigate later." The leader said calmly: "Take photos first, and take more photos, especially the one who talks to Dong Youwei the most. The ghost guy must be the leader. After taking the high-definition photos, we will check the flight time to see where he came from. Then we will check who this person is based on where he came from, so that the general manager of Land Land can pick him up at the airport. This person must be a big shot even in Europe and the United States, but such a person is easy to investigate."

"It makes sense." Another person said: "Then take pictures first and talk about it later."

"Okay, try to take pictures as clearly as possible." After the leader said this, he also started working. Taking pictures is also a technical job. Taking pictures of people from a distance is also their way of eating.

It didn't take long for Dong Youwei to pick up the plane. He took Eisner and others out of the airport in a few minutes, but this time was enough for people to take a lot of photos.

"Go back quickly and develop the photos." No nonsense, the two of them didn't care about some female celebrities who might appear soon, and went straight back home.

On the other side, Dong Youwei took Eisner to the Hongle Building, the headquarters of Land.

"Eisner, welcome to Hong Kong." Chen Zhiwen was waiting for Eisner in his office. As a boss, it was naturally impossible for him to pick him up or wait for someone downstairs.

"Boss, I have long heard that you acquired the largest real estate company in Hong Kong. This building is indeed very good. Congratulations." Eisner said with a smile. In fact, this matter was completed a year ago, but before Eisner never thought of this when he met Chen Zhiwen in the United States. Today he came to Hong Kong and chatted with Dong Youwei for a while on the way before he remembered it.

"It's an old story. When Disney stops losing money and turns a profit one day, I will build you a skyscraper in Los Angeles." Chen Zhiwen laughed and said that the return rate of real estate projects in the United States is not as good as that in Hong Kong or the mainland, but he It is impossible to transfer all the funds in the United States, so if you stay there, it is not a problem to invest in some real estate appropriately. House prices in big cities such as Los Angeles and New York will increase at a high rate in the next thirty years, especially in the city center. buildings and wealthy villa areas in the suburbs.

"Haha, that's not necessary. It doesn't matter where Disney's headquarters is." Eisner said with a smile.

"It's up to you." Chen Zhiwen didn't pay much attention and said, "Sit down, I've already asked someone to make coffee."

"Thank you." Eisner said, and then the three of them sat on the sofa in the lounge area.

"Eisner, as everyone is here, please introduce the investigation situation in the past six months." Chen Zhiwen said again.

Six months ago, he made an agreement with Eisner in the United States to build a Disneyland in Hong Kong that would be smaller than Disneyland in Japan. However, even if he, the boss, spoke out, Eisner and the others would need to investigate in detail. Therefore, in the past six months, Eisner has sent people to Hong Kong many times. The first is to understand the local economic situation of Hong Kong. The second is to check the situation of various amusement parks in Hong Kong, especially Hong Kong Ocean Park. Although its nature is different from Disney, However, from its foot traffic, we can also roughly calculate the consumption status of Hong Kong people in entertainment, which can serve as a reference for the future.

"Boss, judging from the current per capita income and consumption structure in Hong Kong, I can only say that unless there are very big changes in the next few years, it is estimated that not many locals in Hong Kong can afford Disneyland." Ai Sina said somewhat euphemistically that he actually knew the per capita income of Hong Kong last year. However, given a certain income, the consumption structure is different, which may have a big impact. At the same time, local prices must also be considered. Only these are clear. , to make a judgment.

"You don't have to worry too much about this. I am a Hong Konger and I still have a certain degree of confidence in the future of Hong Kong. As a communication bridge between the mainland and overseas under the reform and opening up, the economy will inevitably grow rapidly." Chen Zhiwen said with a smile: "Now that you have checked You should also know from Hong Kong’s data that from 1975 to 1981, Hong Kong’s per capita income tripled. In Western countries, 30% would be pretty good.”

A sharp rise in housing prices will inevitably lead to a sharp rise in per capita income. This is inevitable. This logic will also apply to the mainland in later generations, because after housing prices rise, some people can really cash out real money, while others, even if it is virtual Value will also lead to a surge in consumer desire, which will drive consumption in the service industry, which will also drive up wages in the service industry. In addition, real estate itself can also drive a large number of jobs, and wages in the entire society will inevitably rise sharply.

This is also the reason why excessive housing prices will seriously destroy the manufacturing industry. Because the service industry has high incomes, no one will work in the manufacturing industry if wages are not increased. Low-end manufacturing cannot tolerate high labor costs.

Just like Japan in the late 1980s, the consumption power of Hong Kong people in the 1990s is even greater than that of Hong Kong groups in the 21st century. The feasting and feasting, the money waving for taxis, and the queues at the Causeway Bay abalone restaurant are all true portrayals. This is why Chen Zhiwen feels at ease in One of the reasons why Hong Kong invests in Disneyland is not only real estate. It is estimated that Disneyland itself will not lose money when it opens in the early 1990s. It may even be profitable when it opens like Shanghai Disneyland in later generations.

Of course, by the 1998 real estate crisis, it might have been greatly affected.

"Okay, then I will assume that Hong Kong has a certain spending power. Almost one-third of the people enter the park every year. But this may not be enough. Disneyland must not only serve locals, but also needs a large number of people." tourists," Eisner added.

"Mr. Eisner, please rest assured about this." Dong Youwei said with a smile: "Our group, not only in Hong Kong, but also in many places in Southeast Asia, has certain connections. As early as a few years ago, we Many countries are cooperating with local travel agencies to guide more people to travel to Hong Kong. If Disneyland opens, it will inevitably become one of their tourism goals."

"Yes, and with Disneyland, we will also invest more funds to expand investment in the overseas tourism industry." Chen Zhiwen nodded and said: "There are still a few years, which is enough for us to develop."

Whether it is Hutchison Whampoa, Land, or Wharf, they all own a large number of shopping mall properties. Including Watsons, it is estimated that 20% of the total retail industry in Hong Kong belongs to Chen Zhiwen. With such a large proportion, the rise and fall of Hong Kong's tourism industry will be affected. It will directly affect all rental income or direct revenue.

Therefore, as early as 1981, Hutchison Whampoa began to cooperate with travel agencies in Southeast Asian countries. However, this matter was not requested by Chen Zhiwen. He could not have imagined that it would be so detailed. It was his own subordinates who made the decision. This is also the norm for large companies. When it develops to a certain level, To a certain extent, they will internally find ways to expand and make profits.

"If that's the case, it's good news." Eisner nodded.

"It is estimated that two to three million tourists a year will be no problem." Chen Zhiwen also said that in the later Hong Kong Disneyland, in the 21st century, the number of visitors to the park was almost five to six million, but the economic situation is not very different from that of the 1990s. Now It should be okay to get a discount.

"With this amount, it's not a problem to build a smaller Disneyland." Eisner nodded and said. After checking Hong Kong's information for half a year, and also knowing the boss's fortune-making process, Eisner also understood the boss. One of the purposes is for real estate.

Although he has never been involved in the real estate industry, as a top CEO in the United States, he can naturally see the clues from the data. Especially the real estate market in Hong Kong has increased three or four times in five or six years, which makes him feel unnatural. Now, he also knows that Hong Kong's economy seems to be starting to get out of the quagmire. If real estate also increases three or four times, then real estate alone will make a lot of money, and the per capita increase will also increase. The increase in ticket prices at Disneyland is not very big. Under such circumstances, there will inevitably be more consumption.

"Okay, in that case, then you two will compare the information. It is best to find the most suitable location first, and then negotiate with the Hong Kong government." Chen Zhiwen nodded and said, "But the speed must be faster, I don't want to Wait too long."

An investment of just over 1 billion U.S. dollars and loans can be obtained. For Chen Zhiwen, it is nothing. At a time when the Hong Kong government is also in urgent need of large projects, it is important to obtain greater returns, otherwise housing prices will skyrocket. After that, it will be difficult to choose a good location. The Hong Kong government will not agree so easily, and the same will be true for those to be demolished.

"Okay, I know, during this period, I will fully cooperate with Mr. Eisner." Dong Youwei said, most of Real Estate's other businesses are rent collection and loan repayment, and a small number of projects are already under construction. There are too many things to ask about, and the only one that is more important is the land in Admiralty Land King. However, it is still undergoing bidding and design, so there is no need to worry too much in a short period of time. Besides, it is not as important as Disneyland. This is the current focus of the land. The most important thing.

"Okay, let's talk. I'll leave first." Chen Zhiwen nodded and said. Although real estate is not as professional as industry, Chen Zhiwen doesn't understand it either. It's better to leave it to professionals.

"Okay, Chen Sheng." Dong Youwei said, and so did Eisner next to him.

PS: Let me tell you something. At this point, most of the book is basically completed. There are actually many things to write about later (after 1985). There are many opportunities both domestically and internationally, but The problem is, the fun is gone.

When a person has 10,000 yuan, it is very satisfying to earn one million. But if he has 100 million yuan, he will basically feel nothing if he earns another million yuan. This is the situation in this book now. This is just like fantasy novels. Once the protagonist becomes invincible, there is no way to continue writing.

Every reader expects the protagonist to become invincible quickly, and then stops reading. Haha, this is the biggest complaint among fantasy authors.

Also, I’m tired of writing now. Although I haven’t had many words recently, in the long run, I have to go to work, code, and some trivial things in life. Three to five months is fine, but almost a year has passed. I can’t stand it anymore. I estimate that the book will be finished at the beginning of next year. The time is not yet certain because there is still a lot of content in my outline. If the protagonist is not too wealthy, it will definitely be a bit more enjoyable to write, but if It would be a pity not to write. I will pick some and write them later.

I currently have several ideas for a new book, but none of them have been settled. I originally wanted to start writing about Hong Kong in the 1960s, but I found that writing about the 1970s would be the same as this book. Unless I mainly write about entertainment, but Hong Kong entertainment is too outdated. Well, in the 1950s, it was too early, and there were already several books like this in Qidian. Hong Kong is such a big place, and the story line simply couldn’t go around what others had written.

In China, there are more people who have written about it, especially since it will eventually be written on the Internet. It is really the same. If you write about other countries, it’s even less immersive.

Anyone who can read this chapter is also a fan of business writing. Can you please give me some suggestions on what to write about? It’s best to write about something that others haven’t written much about (I don’t read much after writing a book, especially recently. years).

I’m not asking for monthly votes. The 4K Party is not entitled to monthly votes. If anyone is interested, please give me some suggestions. (End of chapter)