Era: Starting from divorce from female college student

Inside the office in Beijiang City, Lu Wenzong and his colleagues were already freezing cold.

Zhao Mancang's explanation for shorting Sam's stock made them all very nervous.

On the one hand, the data provided by Zhao Mancang is very detailed and relatively easy to verify, and relevant supporting evidence can be found.

On the other hand, Lu Wenzong and his colleagues were reluctant to believe that the US economy was actually a bubble economy.
This false prosperity will not last long and will soon collapse.

Such reasoning was indeed difficult for them to understand.

"Boss, our Beijiang City certainly doesn't have this kind of fake economic prosperity, right?"

Yang Kangsheng suddenly spoke, leaving Zhao Mancang speechless:
"Xiao Yang, you should read more books. As the second-in-command, don't you know the economic situation of our Beijiang City?"

Why would you even ask him?

Isn't this ridiculous?
Today, Beijiang City has a large number of enterprises, of which financial enterprises account for a very small proportion. Moreover, Beijiang City has only just begun to apply for a stock exchange and still needs to compete with Futian Fishing Village and Shanghai.

As the city with the largest economy in China, acquiring this stock exchange shouldn't be a big problem.

Currently, the financial enterprises in Beijiang City are limited to a few, such as Beijiang Bank, Yanshitang Securities, and Shakou City Investment, but there are quite a few companies that need to go public.

For example, companies like Beijiang Airlines, the clothing market, and toy factories are all companies that are preparing for IPOs.

And a large number of steel companies, cement plants, construction companies, etc., almost all of which are production-oriented enterprises.

It hasn't even gone public yet, so how could the economy of Beijiang City be a false prosperity?

After foreign capital entered Beijiang City, it was invested in manufacturing enterprises, and most of the buildings were factories, machine tool factories, watch factories, food processing enterprises, toy factories, garment factories, and so on.

High-tech industries also exist, but currently, there aren't many.

For example, computer-related companies, as well as semiconductor and optical fiber communication companies.

Therefore, from these perspectives, this is a genuine corporate investment that can create a large number of jobs for society.

How could this be a false prosperity?

Yang Kangsheng blushed, but he knew he was worrying too much, which was why he asked such a foolish question.

After reprimanding him, Zhao Mancang didn't dwell on the issue; instead, he quickly raised his third finger.
"Thirdly, as you also know, after entering the 1980s, Sam's hegemonic position declined rapidly."

"The Western economic system and the world economy as a whole are in a highly unstable state, especially since 1985, with volatile international exchange rates."

"Severe imbalances in international trade and ongoing international debt crises have all impacted the stability of international capital and stock markets."

"These three points are the underlying logic behind the US stock market crash. I can explain them to you clearly, but whether you can understand them, I don't know."

After a pause, Zhao Mancang continued:

"I'd like to mention two points, which are the direct triggers and the reasons why the Sam stock market crash was bound to happen!"

"Of course these things are happening now. You can send someone to Sam; they should be able to see what's going on soon."

First, higher interest rates lead to higher interest rates on treasury bills and other bonds, causing investors to shift funds from the stock market to bonds.

This is one of the most direct reasons for the stock price crash.

Secondly, the large trade deficit and the decline in the dollar exchange rate have shaken many people's confidence in the dollar and the US stock market.

Of course, Zhao Mancang estimated that Lu Wenzong and his team would definitely not be able to find the answers in the market for these two reasons.

After all, those who were able to find the answer have already made a fortune.

More importantly, Lu Wenzong and his group probably wouldn't believe it.

why?

Because they're essentially looking for the answer with the answer already in mind, and the answer they find will naturally be the same. This doesn't seem to be helpful for them in judging whether a stock market crash will occur in the US.

After all, Lu Wenzong and his men didn't care about these things; they only wanted to do their jobs steadily and practically.

Instead of taking risks and doing such dangerous things.

"Boss, how about we reconsider?"

Zhao Mancang shook his head:

"I'm not discussing this with you; I'm informing you!"

"Beijiang City needs development, which of course requires a lot of funds. You can forget about earning such a huge amount of money on your own."

"I estimate that the losses from this stock market crash in the US are at least 600 billion, or even higher."

"The hidden losses amount to trillions of yuan."

"So if I turn a blind eye and a deaf ear to this stock market crash and do absolutely nothing, haha, I will definitely regret it."

He single-handedly founded Beijiang City.

In just over a decade, it has become the number one economic city in the country.

Who knows how much money and resources he invested in Beijiang City?

Did Lu Wenzong and his group really think they could make him give up shorting Sam's stock with just a few words?

dream!

If Zhao Mancang doesn't bring wealth to Beijiang City this time, he'll have to subsidize the city's economic development himself later.

But his focus now is on Yunlan City.

So this is the only thing he can do right now.

"Alright, I've explained it to you clearly."

Zhao Mancang said:

"Next, I will assign you detailed tasks."

Regardless of Lu Wenzong and Yang Kangsheng's feelings, this matter had to be done.

Shorting Sam was inevitable.

And it's not just Beijiang City that will take action.

Next, he will contact other cities such as Shanghai, Beijing, and Baiyun City to get them to join in.

As for Yunlan City, there's no need to even mention it.

Seeing that the matter was already a foregone conclusion, Lu Wenzong and his men had no choice but to accept it.

Whether they accept it or not is not important; in Zhao Mancang's view, the result is the most important.

As a leader, Zhao Mancang has already explained things to this extent. If they still insist on trying to persuade him not to short Sam, it would be a mistake.

To be honest, Zhao Mancang would immediately abandon Beijiang City, regardless of its fate.

But at least this is a city that he personally planned and developed, and he poured so much of his heart and soul into it.

How could I just let go like that?
Half a day later, the heads of Beijiang Bank and other companies were ready.

Zhao Mancang concluded by saying:

"From now on, you will report the results of your operations to me every two weeks. I will also personally go to check on things, or send someone to check on them, so you'd better not try to play any tricks on me."

The group of people in charge nodded quickly.

They are not like Lu Wenzong or Yang Kangsheng, who have powerful backers.

If they dare to cause trouble, well, Zhao Mancang can remove them from their current positions with just a word.

They even let them eat free meals, even just a peanut.

Zhao Mancang's warning was not entirely without reason.

Because of something very simple: once October comes, these people might be faced with huge profits and wouldn't be able to resist reaching for them.

Therefore, before that, Zhao Mancang had to make them understand the difference between the two kings and what the consequences of doing so would be.

After the mission was assigned, Zhao Mancang left Beijiang City.

Arriving in Shanghai, the "Magic City," by plane, Zhao Mancang found Xing Yongjiang, the person in charge there.

"Leader Zhao, thank you for coming to Shanghai. Let's give a round of applause to welcome Leader Zhao for his inspection."

Zhao Mancang: “.”

To be honest, he had forgotten how long it had been since he had seen such a scene.

When he was in Beijiang City, he repeatedly emphasized that such formalism was not allowed.

Because this is a complete waste of money, as well as everyone's time and energy.

This time, he also saw many primary school students in the welcoming crowd.

What a sin.

At that moment, Zhao Mancang's smile faded considerably.

After dealing with the situation and getting into the car, Zhao Mancang immediately pulled Xing Yongjiang along, saying:

"Secretary Xing, you're really something! I told you a long time ago not to do these things, not to do these things, but it seems you didn't hear me."

"If this happens again, I will never come to Shanghai again, and I will never have any contact with you again."

This is already a very harsh criticism.

Xing Yongjiang was completely dumbfounded.

Do you really dislike this form of welcome?

He thought Zhao Mancang was just saying it, but he didn't expect him to actually dislike it that much.

So all he could do was promise Zhao Mancang that he would definitely not do it again next time.

Actually, Xing Yongjiang can't be blamed for this.

First, he didn't know much about Zhao Mancang.

Secondly, since the reform and opening up in 1978, such a trend has gradually formed in China.

In order to attract more investment from abroad and keep capital from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and overseas in the local area, everyone has tried every means possible.

This form of welcome has long been established.

Finally, Zhao Mancang is representing Beijiang City this time, and the previous phone call briefly mentioned that there would be investment.

This was, of course, a great joy for Xing Yongjiang.

An hour later, in the conference room, Zhao Mancang sat down to chat with Xing Yongjiang and others.

They quickly got straight to the point and got to the main topic.

"First, I need to emphasize again that our upcoming conversation is highly confidential, so you must ensure that the content of the meeting is not disclosed to the outside world."

"Alright, let's begin the formal meeting."

"Last week, a large amount of funds from our Beijiang City entered the Sam's Stock Exchange."

"Even earlier, my company in Sam's camp had already been shorting General Motors, IBM, ExxonMobil, American Oil Company, AT&T, and other companies."

hiss!
As Zhao Mancang spoke, the expressions on Xing Yongjiang and the others' faces immediately became quite interesting.

They never expected that Zhao Mancang was actually shorting US stocks; he was raiding Sam's house!

Won't such a large-scale operation attract Sam's attention?

"So, Shanghai can also join in next, but your investment limit cannot exceed two hundred billion US dollars. I don't care if you leverage or do other things, as long as it doesn't exceed this figure, there won't be any problem."

After a pause, Zhao Mancang continued:

"Of course, if you're going to use leverage, you need to be aware of the possibility of being liquidated, so you must have enough cash on hand to replenish your position at any time to avoid being liquidated."

"That's about all I have to say. This opportunity to make a fortune has been presented to you. Whether you seize it or not is entirely up to you."

After saying that, Zhao Mancang shut up.

He won't stay in Shanghai for too long, since his time is already very limited and he certainly can't afford to waste it.

Lin Wan and Liu Baochan also came here with him, so he will take them out for a stroll after the meeting ends.

Xing Yongjiang and the others were dumbfounded. It took them a while to recover.

They couldn't believe what they were hearing, but Zhao Mancang was no longer speaking.

There is no need for further explanation, but there is no doubt about it.

They were all able to see the information that Zhao Mancang brought.

Half a day later, Xing Yongjiang and his group were still discussing the matter, while Zhao Mancang had already taken Lin Wan and Liu Baochan to Hangzhou by car.

The next day, Zhao Mancang and his two companions went sightseeing at West Lake in Hangzhou.

It wasn't until the third day that Zhao Mancang contacted the person in charge in Hangzhou and they held a meeting together.

As the person in charge of Beijiang City, Zhao Mancang personally came to Hangzhou to explain the matter, which naturally received a warm welcome from the local leaders of Hangzhou.

Like Xing Yongjiang and his colleagues, the leaders in Hangzhou were also completely bewildered when they learned of the situation.

However, after showing them the information and giving them a brief explanation, Zhao Mancang left.

However, Zhao Mancang did not leave Hangzhou immediately, but instead went to visit Zheng Ruoyan.

She had been with Zhao Mancang for the past two years, but Zhao Mancang had never had much time to spend with her.

"Huh? Why are you wearing other women's perfume?"

Zheng Ruoyan leaned against him, then quickly frowned, looking at Zhao Mancang with an unfriendly expression.

You smell like her perfume!
"You really have a keen sense of smell! We're in a meeting today, and there are foreigners everywhere."

Zhao Mancang explained calmly.

Lin Wan never wears perfume. Liu Baochan occasionally wears a little, but not much, and it's always a very light fragrance.

Recently, Zhao Mancang has not slept with Catherine or any of those women.

Therefore, the perfume scent on him was most likely from a meeting he attended by West Lake in Hangzhou, where he accidentally picked it up.

"You better be like that, otherwise, if you lie to me, haha."

Zheng Ruoyan has a bit of a temper, and Zhao Mancang is too lazy to say anything to her.

It's normal for someone to have a temper; it would be abnormal if they didn't.

After spending two days at West Lake in Hangzhou, Zhao Mancang bid farewell to Zheng Ruoyan and headed straight for the capital.

For the next two weeks, he flew around to major cities across the country.

The main point is to guide everyone, since opportunities to profit from the US stock market are rare. (End of Chapter)