The Great Sage Returns from Ten Years of Imprisonment

A dozen minutes later, Lingyun arrived at the CIC headquarters by car and resumed his work.

He first entered the United Securities investment team's office area, greeted everyone, and then invited several investment directors and investment managers to his office.

After everyone entered the office, he asked with a smile:

"How are you all feeling, both mentally and physically, after two days of rest? You all look rosy-cheeked and seem to be in great shape."

Several investment directors chuckled and nodded in unison.

"Indeed, the two days of rest were necessary and timely. Everyone was able to relax and had a good rest."

"That's right. I didn't go anywhere for the past two or three days. I just stayed home and caught up on sleep. I've finally recovered."

Ling Yun glanced at everyone and nodded with a smile.

"Very good. Now that everyone has recovered, I won't stand on ceremony. Fortunately, there are only two trading days left this week, and then it's the weekend, so everyone can have a good two-day rest."

"These past two days everyone has been taking it easy and missed a strong rebound. Some people in the team feel regretful, but there's really no need to worry. There are plenty of opportunities like this."

Hearing him say that, everyone unconsciously straightened their backs and quickly became excited.

As everyone knows, a good show is about to begin, and there's a high probability that another big market rally is coming.

As everyone expected!

Ling Yun abruptly changed the subject and quickly got to the point.

"The global stock market surge from the afternoon before yesterday to last night was just a flash in the pan. I predict that starting this afternoon, the international financial markets will return to their old path of continuous decline."

"Everyone, go outside later and pass on my trading instructions: continue shorting the international financial markets starting from the opening of the European stock markets this afternoon, with a focus on the US stock market and financial sector when they open tonight..."

Upon hearing the trading instruction, everyone was stunned for a moment, unable to react immediately.

When everyone finally realized what was happening, they were completely confused.

As soon as Ling Yun finished speaking, President Chen asked in surprise:

"I thought you would follow yesterday's global stock market surge and have the team go long, but I didn't expect you to go short."

"The US government's $8500 billion bailout plan has just passed the Senate, and it seems there won't be much of a problem for it to pass a second vote in the House of Representatives."

"The international financial markets are currently experiencing a period of euphoria, yet you're advising everyone to short the international financial markets. Could you analyze the reasons behind this? Let us learn from you."

As soon as he said this, the others nodded in agreement.

Ling Yun glanced at them and confidently gave an explanation.

"The reason is actually quite simple: good news often turns into bad news. The US Senate's passage of the $8500 billion bailout package triggered yesterday's market volatility in international financial markets."

"But this very action indirectly confirms the fact that the world is in a recession, and there is strong skepticism in the market regarding the effectiveness of the bailout plan."

"The resulting long-term fiscal burden, coupled with the unresolved credit crunch, led to a rapid spread of panic, making today's decline inevitable..."

A dozen minutes later, Mr. Chen and his team left Lingyun's office and went about their own business.

Before long, the various investment teams received trading instructions and began shorting the international financial market.

Looking at the European stock markets, which had just opened and were still rising due to inertia, everyone was a little confused about Lingyun's decision.

Even so, all investment teams steadfastly executed the trading orders without anyone raising any questions.

This has become an instinctive reaction and muscle memory for everyone; everyone takes it for granted.

Just half an hour later, everyone understood just how delicious it was!

The initial upward trend in European stock markets after opening lasted less than half an hour before turning downwards.

It quickly reversed course from rising to falling, and soon plunged underwater, never to resurface.

Besides the United Securities investment team, other state-owned investment teams and institutions followed suit and began shorting the international financial market.

At the same time, a rumor suddenly appeared in the international financial market.

Goldman Sachs is in big trouble. The interest rate on its CDS contracts has surged by 700 basis points, which could trigger a sharp drop in its stock price.

With the end of the era of independent investment banks, Goldman Sachs' overall leverage of around 24 times meant enormous risk and was a major factor contributing to the stock price crash.

Upon hearing this news, countless investors and institutions holding Goldman Sachs stock immediately began analysis and research.

As it turned out, everyone quickly discovered that these reports were not only very accurate, but also hit Goldman Sachs where it hurt.

Once this was confirmed, countless investors and institutions quickly made decisions to prepare to sell Goldman Sachs shares.

US stock market opens at 9:30 p.m.

As expected, some of the things that were supposed to happen did happen.

A flood of sell orders caused Goldman Sachs' stock price to open sharply lower, with a drop of about 4%.

More importantly, there was virtually no buying support after the market opened, and Goldman Sachs' stock price continued its sharp decline.

In less than an hour, Goldman Sachs' stock price had fallen by more than 8%, leading the decline in the entire financial sector with huge trading volume!

Goldman Sachs headquarters, New York.

CEO's Office.

Lloyd sat in the boss's chair with a dark expression, watching the Goldman Sachs stock price plummet like a cliff dive on the computer screen while listening to reports from his senior executives.

"The sharp drop in the company's stock price was caused by a combination of the company's own problems and panic, as well as some rumors that suddenly emerged in the international financial market, which exacerbated the situation."

"According to our investigation, this rumor that is detrimental to the company originated in the UK and quickly spread throughout the international financial markets, causing some panic..."

Across the desk, a senior executive was reporting on the latest developments.

Next, he gave a detailed account of the rumor.

Furthermore, by citing existing problems at Goldman Sachs, this rumor is not unfounded, but rather hits the nail on the head regarding Goldman Sachs's weaknesses.

Looking at Lourdes again, his face grew increasingly dark.

On the computer screen in front of him, Goldman Sachs' stock price had quickly fallen by more than 10%.

Seeing this scene, even a seasoned veteran like Lauder couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine.

Goldman Sachs' stock has fallen too much recently. If it continues to fall like this, not only will it be impossible to explain to the board of directors, but it may even be on the verge of bankruptcy.

Goldman Sachs just completed a corporate restructuring last week, changing from a traditional independent investment bank to a bank holding company.

With this restructuring completed, Goldman Sachs will be able to accept deposits and obtain permanent liquidity support from the Federal Reserve.

Lloyd originally thought that Goldman Sachs could now rest easy and no longer have to worry about the Lehman Brothers incident happening to them.

But who could have imagined that the good days would last only a few days before Goldman Sachs' stock price suffered another major blow, catching everyone off guard!

After his senior executives finished reporting the situation, Lold asked in a deep voice with a dark face:

"Can you find out who leaked this damaging information about the company? Is there a mole within the company?"

"If it weren't for an inside job, it would be very difficult for an outsider to grasp the company's weaknesses so accurately. I don't believe there could be such a coincidence."

The executive opposite paused for a moment, then nodded in response:

"This is highly likely. An investigation should be launched. If it's an inside job, this threat must be eliminated as soon as possible!"

"Since this news originated in the UK, let's start the investigation with the UK branch."

Lauder gave directions for the investigation without any expression.

Just then, his phone rang.

He picked up his phone, glanced at the caller ID, and immediately answered the call.

Good morning, Mr. Jacob.

The next moment, a cold, emotionless voice came from the phone.

"Lauder, what happened to the company? Why did the stock price suddenly plummet? I need an explanation."

Lauder's expression changed, and he quickly explained in a low voice:

"The sudden plunge in the company's stock price is the result of multiple factors, including internal company issues and the actions of others stirring up trouble behind the scenes."

"Is someone stirring up trouble? What exactly is going on?"

Jacob asked in surprise, his voice growing colder.

at the same time.

Lewis, far away in Beijing, was watching in panic as the US stock market plummeted once again.

"Fuck! The bailout plan has passed the Senate, so why is the market still plummeting? This is fucking crazy!"

He cursed angrily for a few moments, then suddenly remembered a hateful face and froze on the spot.