American Scandal King

Chapter 283 Banquet
Moderna is a biopharmaceutical company that was only established in 2010 in the old time.

However, in this time and space, its predecessor, Moderna Biotechnology Research and Development Laboratory, already exists, but it is still a small one.

This company mainly focuses on drug discovery, research and development, and vaccine technology based on mRNA technology. It has developed rapidly, especially in the era of the epidemic, making huge profits.

Now is a good time to get started.

Because he has been following Ian for some time, Van Nistel knows that Ian's main development focus this year is the financial industry, and then the infiltration of oil and arms companies, but he is still paying attention to the medical field, which will probably be included in next year's plan.

Because of this, Ian is already understanding the situation in Modena.

Although Moderna is still just a laboratory, there are still some bigwigs behind it, and most of them are pharmaceutical giants. They will not sell their shares at will unless you buy them at a high price.

Ian Carr never buys at sky-high prices!

He looked at Van Nistelrooy: "Is Passaco a shareholder of Modena?"

Van Ness nodded. "Moderna's research has recently made a breakthrough. Several shareholders behind it are very optimistic and are continuing to invest. They won't let go easily."

Ian hummed softly and said, "The pharmaceutical company is not in this year's development plan. The earliest it will be planned is next year, and more likely the year after."

Ian's plan is to do his best to improve the financial landscape this year. Next year is an election year, so he needs to consider further enhancing his political influence. The main development directions will be in arms, ships, oil and even chemicals.

They are all super deals. It would be good if we can accomplish these four next year, so pharmaceuticals will have to take a back seat.

Van Nister smiled. "That's perfect, isn't it? Ilzer is a very capable man. He's a Marine, a very skilled shooter, very agile, able to wield a variety of weapons, and skilled in demolition. I'm sure he might not be your match, but he can definitely take on the two Bridsons."

Brydeson curled his lips and said, "What I'm good at is fast cars."

Van Nistel continued, "You need high-quality men, not just a bunch of consumptives. People like us may not be afraid of death, but our bodies are weak, and there are things we really can't do. Wouldn't it be better to have healthy soldiers? Just promise him that you will avenge him within three years, and he will give his life to you, forever! He keeps his word!"

Ian let out a long sigh.

He looked at Van Nister: "What is your relationship with him?"

Van Nistelrooy replied: "His wife is my sister."

Ian: "..."

So revenge is also your need?
Ian smiled.

He thought seriously for a moment and said, "When we get back to Los Angeles, find a time to invite him for an interview."

Van Nistelrooy was delighted: "Thank you, boss!"

………………

At dusk, the passenger plane landed at the New York airport.

Murdoch came to pick him up in person.

The old man smiled heartily and gave Ian a warm hug.

He looked at Ian with admiration on his face: "The world belongs to you, Ian!"

Ian smiled and kissed Murdoch's forehead: "The world belongs to us!"

The two walked out of the airport laughing, got into the Rolls-Royce, and chatted all the way.

After returning this time, Ian went to New York first, mainly to negotiate with the White House, Wall Street and other parties.

The Missan oil fields, arms procurement, and Lockheed Martin's share acquisition all require cooperation discussions.

There is another private reason, which is that Ian doesn’t dare to go back to Los Angeles for the time being... a group of girls are waiting for him there.

During this period, even Kate Scarlett and the others were free, and they were all eyeing Ian covetously. He would probably be skinned and torn apart as soon as he returned. At that time, it would not be just about feeding one girl, but a group of girls.

Even going back in time couldn't sustain this demand, so Ian had to hide for the time being.

At this moment, Murdoch clinked his glasses with Ian and said, "To be honest, I don't think investing in Lockheed Martin is a good idea. I don't understand what you're thinking."

Although Lockheed Martin is very powerful, its market value has actually remained largely unchanged and has grown extremely slowly.

In the next 20 years, its size will only increase by about four times to about 1300 billion. The current value of Lockheed Martin is only more than billion, and this also requires taking inflation into account.

A big part of the reason for this is that its main single customer is the U.S. government... 90% of its orders come from the U.S. government.

This means it lacks pricing power!

In addition, because of engaging in cutting-edge technology, globalization is restricted!

This means that its so-called world's number one defense company is actually unable to achieve global sales.

Because of these reasons, Lockheed Martin has difficulty in increasing its size. Of course, its profits are still good, with annual profits of 20 to 30 billion, but in reality, the profits have been shrinking in the later period.

Simply put, Lockheed Martin's technological content may be worth 100 billion, but it can only play a role of 20 billion. This is Lockheed Martin's dilemma and its helplessness.

In comparison, as a defense technology company, Boeing is better... at least it still sells passenger aircraft.

If it weren't for the technology and the powerful influence these arms companies have on the government, no reborn person would buy its shares.

At this moment, Ian smiled and said, "Of course, it's their ability to infiltrate the White House."

Murdoch shook his head and laughed. "That's what I guessed. But Ian, your main business is the media. I don't recommend you get distracted too much."

At present, Ian's role in Rebirth is mainly in those film and television works, and at most he is involved in China's Shanda Group, so it is normal that Murdoch is not optimistic about his investment ability.

Ian shrugged. "That's even more reason to intervene. This is America. How can the media not serve politics?"

Murdoch nodded: "That's true."

The two chatted as they walked through the streets of New York and came to a building.

Murdoch took Ian into the building and came to a brightly lit hall.

A large number of high-ranking American elites had gathered here. When they saw Ian Carr arrive, they all clapped and applauded: "Welcome to America's hero, the great god-level journalist Ian Carr!"

Fiery applause rang out like thunder.

These were all big shots who had good relations with News Corporation and Carl Group. They all came and congratulated Ian with their glasses, and Ian politely responded one by one.

Ian had attended so many banquets like this that he knew polite words well:
"It's nice to see you, Mr. Trod."

"Wow, Mr. Buchanan, did you take some magic potion? You look much younger than before!"

"Mrs. Boorman, you are even more beautiful than the last time I saw you. Good heavens, Mr. Boorman, will you allow me to pursue her?"

"Ms. Paris Hilton? I'm very familiar with your name!"

While chatting along the way, Ian saw a tall and slender blonde beauty.

Paris Hilton!

This rich girl, who has been controversial since high school, is a household name, just like Ivanka.

Interestingly, she and Ivanka were close friends - in 00, 19-year-old Paris Hilton signed with Donald Trump's modeling agency and became a well-known model.

Standing before Ian at this moment, the stylishly dressed Paris Hilton looked at him like a proud peacock. She smiled and said, "Ivanka has mentioned you to me. Every time she mentioned your name, her eyes sparkled like stars. Are you really as amazing as the legend says?"

Ian smiled: "Do you need verification?"

(End of this chapter)