The Birth of the Hong Kong Island Family.

Chapter 98 [Luring the Enemy Deep] (5000 characters plus more! Ask for a monthly ticket!)

In the private room of Lu Yu's tea room, Lin Zhichao and Li Zhaoji met with He Tian and He Shanheng.

In Hong Kong today, the two with the most gold should be Hang Seng Bank and Changjiang Bank.

Although the Changjiang Bank cannot be compared with the Hang Seng Bank, He Tian and He Shanheng speculate that Lin Zhichao has at least 1.2 taels (actually more than 1.5 taels), and his strength is not to be underestimated.

This meeting was He Shanheng's suggestion, and the purpose is self-evident - the two companies want to exchange opinions so as not to cause market turmoil.

"Lin Sheng, the two of us have the most gold at the moment. Once we cash out at the same time, it is easy to cause the market to fall sharply, so I invite you to exchange opinions briefly." He Shanheng said bluntly.

Although he is good at speculating in gold, how can Lin Zhichao know it well?
So as far as the current attitude is concerned, He Shanheng is not as good as Lin Zhichao; Hang Seng will have 4.5 taels of gold in his hands this time (not all of them have arrived in Hong Kong, only a small part is in his hands). If he cashes out smoothly, he will make a lot of profits.

Of course, it also depends on their cash level.

"Brother Shan, you have to believe in the strength of gold merchants and financiers from Shanghai. The tens of thousands of taels of gold in your hands can be completely digested by the market." Lin Zhichao said calmly.

He Tian and He Shanheng paused for a while, and then returned to normal.

It turned out that they thought that Lin Zhichao was testing the amount of gold in Hang Seng Bank.

But since they took the initiative to make an appointment, they should also express their sincerity.

He Tian said immediately: "We did import tens of thousands of taels of gold, but many of them are still on the way. It's not like Lin Sheng is already sitting on the Diaoyutai."

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "I only have a little more than 1 yuan, and the mortgage is in the Bank of East Asia. Besides, gold will continue to rise, and I don't plan to cash it out yet. And please rest assured, I will not smash the market, and cashing out must be okay. Slow down, so you don’t have to worry about me destroying such a good chess game. Fight for this time, and we Cantonese gold merchants will be full.”

Having said that, everyone is relieved.

You don’t need to understand too much, after all, everyone is also a competitor;
But we need to get to know each other, because we are allies, and our opponents are gold speculators in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai.

When these wealthy people from Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai come to Hong Kong, they don’t necessarily have all gold in their hands, but also a lot of Hong Kong dollars and US dollar bills; and now they are very fond of gold, so they will naturally buy gold one after another.

Of course, the same is true for the local citizens. It can be said that the gold per capita in Hong Kong should be among the highest in the world.

This is one of the great environments!

The real key is that the Shanghai-based gold speculators have become obsessed with it, and started frantically following the trend to speculate in high gold prices.

He Shanheng said happily: "Okay! Let's pay attention to each other's methods of cashing out. It is best not to cause too much turmoil in the market."

At this time, Lin Zhichao suddenly said: "Instead of cashing out with the market, it is better to do the market again, so that we can also complete the cash out at the fastest and highest."

Now that they have formed an 'alliance', Lin Zhichao simply increased the fire, trying to make enough money at once, and then withdrew from the market.

He Shanheng and He Tian immediately became interested. Although this young man is not as strong as Hang Seng Bank, his vision and methods are definitely brilliant.

"What Lin Sheng said is, let's add more fire to stir up the market? However, market speculation has to take advantage of the east wind. Although the current prohibition of pure gold trade is the east wind, it is obviously not enough if we want to add more results. "He Shanheng said with a smile.

He knew in his heart that Lin Zhichao must have felt that the situation in the Mainland was another gust of wind.

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Brother Shan knows why you asked why Hang Seng Bank suddenly ordered a large amount of gold. It must not be guessing that the Hong Kong government intends to prohibit the speculation of pure gold, but that the army Chen Bing in the Central Plains, and the Battle of Crossing the River will be a battle. Destroyed, the South J and the Shanghai stock market have JF one after another."

It is no longer a secret, but Lin Zhichao said it more firmly, this is the ticket.

Sure enough, the expressions of He Shanheng and He Tian changed slightly. They just thought that the Jiangnan war was inevitable, but this one felt that it would be devastating.

This shows a problem, gold will rise very high in a short time!
"Okay, then let's increase the fire! But the two groups of us are definitely not enough, so we have to contact other Cantonese gold traders, especially Chaozhou gold speculators, and let them raise the price of gold." He Shanheng said.

"It doesn't take too many people to participate! After all, the Weishui guy in Shanghai has already joined the set, so I don't have to worry about not having more followers."

"makes sense"

Soon, everyone agreed on a strategy.To put it bluntly and simply, it is to raise the price of gold and lure the prestige of the Shanghai stock market to take the bait.

These Weishui people are not familiar with the local market, and they don't understand that Cantonese gold merchants have a large number of gold import channels. They only know that gold will rise and rise.

In late April, after the liberation of NJ, the Shanghai stock market, the financial center of Huaxia, was in a panic.Funds and personnel were withdrawn to Hong Kong one after another, so a large number of fashionable and wealthy wealthy customers appeared on the streets of Central. They spent a lot of money. Hong Kong people have never seen such extravagance.

These wealthy customers are not only rich businessmen, but also the resigned generals and politicians of the Republic of China. They regret the lost power and benefits, but are unwilling to face the reality. They always think that Yingjiang will never let the JF army If they succeed, they will definitely send the US military to intervene in the Chinese battlefield. At that time, Soviet Russia will also send troops, so the third world war breaks out, and the G army fights back. They can go back swaggeringly and regain their former glory.

When these rich Weishui guys come to Hong Kong, they either participate in speculating in gold, or participate in horse racing betting.

In the gold and silver trade field, Lin Zhichao and Liao Baoshan were chatting on the second floor and watching the situation below.

"Brother, what's the matter? With the current market situation, we don't need to lift up, those people will swarm up." Liao Baoshan said with a smile.

In the past week, Liao Baoshan, Chen Bichen and other trendy gold merchants have stepped up their purchases and raised the price of gold, which immediately caused a sharp rise in gold; of course, their purchases were far less than those of the rich in Shanghai.

"Indeed! The channel for gold to be listed is fully opened, Hong Kong people are buying gold, and the situation is very good." Lin Zhichao lamented the madness of gold.

Liao Baoshan said regretfully: "It's a pity! Aomen and An Jinjin gave me too little share, and Hang Seng Bank took advantage of it." After finishing speaking, he looked at Lin Zhichao seriously.

You know, this time it was Lin Zhichao who persuaded some of them Chaozhou gold merchants, hoping to add fire to the gold and silver trading field and ensure that everyone would make money.This is naturally feasible, not to mention that Lin Zhichao is eloquent and analyzes the situation very well.

But Liao Baoshan and others discovered that Changjiang Yinhao only entered and exited in a small way, and it seemed that it did not have the bold style before.

So they speculated that Oomen's sudden shortage of gold was because He Xian sold it to Hang Seng Bank and Changjiang Bank, otherwise Lin Zhichao would not have invited everyone to add firewood so enthusiastically.

Lin Zhichao said generously: "I bought some in advance, but there are not many. As far as I know, Hang Seng Bank has a lot of gold in its hands. But everyone has money to make, so there is no need to worry about it."

At the beginning, he also raised the price of gold for Chaozhou gold merchants. Although the profit was not much, he did make a profit.

"It makes sense! Looking at those pretentious guys below, I knew that gold would rise to 600 Hong Kong dollars this time! What do you think?" Liao Baoshan asked again.

At this time, he no longer dared to take a peek at Lin Zhichao. To put it bluntly, Lin Zhichao might even reach some kind of agreement with Hang Seng Bank.

"Let's see! South J has been decided, and there is also Shanghai stock market. The results should come out in May and June. But now gold is more than 560 Hong Kong dollars, and 600 is definitely not a problem."

After exchanging opinions, both of them turned their gazes to the patio downstairs, where there were crowds of people, and the trading volume was hot, a scene of a big bull market.

At night, several Shanghai stock market speculators and financial circles gathered together to exchange opinions.

"Gold has soared again today, and I have earned tens of thousands of Hong Kong dollars in my account, so I will treat you tonight!" Huang Caifu from Tianbaolou said boldly.

He arrived in Hong Kong in January, and his net worth is millions of Hong Kong dollars, which can be described as rich and powerful.But when I arrived in Hong Kong, I couldn't find anything to do for a while, so I fell in love with speculating in gold.Unexpectedly, it was easy to get hundreds of thousands of Hong Kong dollars, which made him more determined to speculate in gold.

"Haha, everyone has money to make, but Brother Huang earns the most and sells the most, so he deserves your treat. Do you think so?" gold merchant Xu Shijie said with a smile.

"That's right, that's right, let's kill him tonight!"

Everyone booed one after another, and the scene was very lively.

During the feasting, Huang Caifu said: "Brothers, according to this situation, the price of gold will rise to 700 or 800 Hong Kong dollars per tael. I also think it is possible. So, I am raising funds recently. If you have any connections and extra funds, You might as well lend it to me and guarantee the highest interest rate. Of course, if you are also planning to add funds, just pretend I didn’t say anything.”

People's desires are unlimited. When seeing the skyrocketing price of gold, Huang Caifu is no longer willing to use all his net worth to invest, but wants to borrow money to invest, so that he can earn more.

He originally had funds of 200 million Hong Kong dollars, and he could only buy less than 40 lots, but he bought another 40 lots today.He thought that if he buys 40 lots today, he doesn't need to pay off immediately, and he only needs to sell it three days later to get the price difference.

Xu Shijie said at this time: "I can't squeeze out any funds here. I cash out some gold from the gold and silver market and sell it in the mainland. This business is also very hot recently!"

Everyone was surprised immediately, and someone persuaded: "Everyone comes to Hong Kong to seek a living, why do you still go to the mainland to do business!"

Xu Shijie said confidently: "What's the matter? No matter who is in charge of the house, I have nothing to do with my business! Is it illegal to do what you want and what I want!"

"It makes sense! Now many properties and assets in the mainland are very cheap. If you buy the bottom, you might pick up a bargain." Another gold dealer echoed.

In fact, even at this time, there are still many entrepreneurs and rich people staying behind in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai.

It is said that Du Yuesheng sold all the houses in the Shanghai stock market for 40 US dollars, and then brought this part of the funds to Hong Kong, where he lived in Kennedy Road, closed his doors every day, and lived on a few dollars and sleeping with the emperor.

It can be seen that although the Shanghai stock market is about to change, the property is not worthless, and many people are buying the bottom!
Huang Caifu was taken aback, why did the topic go off track, and it turned out that everyone seemed to be involved in Xu Shijie's topic.

He understands that today's meal has fed the dog, and he can't borrow money.

"Okay, okay, if you don't lend me money, I'll go find someone else, and when I make a lot of money in the future, don't expect me to help you!" Huang Caifu thought to himself.

Moreover, Huang Caifu thought, even if no one lends him money, he can still buy dozens of lots (leverage), after all, the gold and silver trade field is not a spot transaction.

As the price of gold is getting higher and higher, the appetites of these Shanghai market powerhouses are also getting bigger and bigger. Everyone is jealous and speculates on gold.

In the evening, Lin Zhichao had no social engagements and just returned home to have dinner with his family.

During the meeting, Wu Wenying complained: "The prices in Hong Kong have risen suddenly. The wholesale price of Qimei rice is 82 Hong Kong dollars per load (100 catties), and last month it only cost 62 Hong Kong dollars. Other prices have also risen one after another. , I heard that firewood has risen to 9 Hong Kong dollars a load, which has increased by 1 Hong Kong dollar, and raw oil is 230 Hong Kong dollars a load.”

Although there are servants in the family, Wu Wenying still controls the family's expenses. She has a certain level of education, all of which come from the teachings of Lin Zhichao's old bean.

Naturally, the Lin family uses gas instead of firewood, but most families in Hong Kong burn firewood, so firewood is also an important material.

Hearing the price of rice soared by 30%, Lin Zhichao said: "The war has spread to the south, and these supplies will naturally skyrocket. Mom, don't complain. If you stand up, everyone will get through the difficulty. Later, I will give the workers in the factory a price increase." With a little salary, I can only worry about my own family."

Wu Wenying immediately said with relief: "This is a good thing. My grandson is about to be born, so let's take it as a good deed."

Lin Zhichao was noncommittal. He didn't raise wages for those reasons, but understood that under such circumstances, wage increases were in line with the trend.

Not surprisingly, with the rise in prices so high, there are bound to be trade unions taking the opportunity to organize strikes to seek benefits for workers and to unite all those who can be united.

Of course, the strikers were all British-owned companies, such as trams, ferries, gas, telephones, milk, docks, etc. Who told them to monopolize these businesses.

Strikes in Chinese private factories are still very difficult. If you don’t do it, some people will not talk to you.

In fact, starting from February this year, the Hong Kong government has increased allowances for civil servants.At the same time, the Hong Kong government also raised some charges. From January to April, cigarette tax, radio license fee, excrement cleaning fee, and stamp duty were successively increased.In addition, telephone bills and haircut fees have also increased, and the citizens of Shengdou feel more burdened.

Lin Zhichao decided to consider a salary increase because Cheung Kong's products have high added value and can be appropriately increased.If he is also one of those copycat factories, he will naturally seriously consider raising his salary and wait and see the situation.

Tang Caiyun expressed her opinion at this time, saying: "Salary increase is a good thing, but we also need to consider the situation comprehensively. Cheung Kong has nearly 500 employees. If each employee raises 10 Hong Kong dollars, it will be [-] Hong Kong dollars a year. Generally, The factory really can't bear such a large excess expenditure."

She is a "capitalist" thought instilled by Lin Zhichao, and she is no longer a woman talking on paper.What's more, Tang Caiyun also knows that Lin Zhichao is a good boss, and the wages of Cheung Kong's workers are not low, compared to the entire manufacturing industry.

Telephone, foreign affairs, sailors, trams, electric lights, gas, Naval Dockyard, Kowloon Dockyard, Taikoo Dockyard, copper-making, government and military doctors, postal services, motorcycles, milk, British Tobacco, etc. Their wages are only 80 Hong Kong dollars.

Cheung Kong's skilled workers can earn 80-100 Hong Kong dollars in salary.Of course, the salary of most workers is only 50-80 Hong Kong dollars, and does not include room and board.

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Of course I will not do such a thing. The salary increase is at most 5 Hong Kong dollars. If this kind of thing is increased at one time, it will increase the appetite of the workers."

You can show that you are a good boss, but never stand out from the crowd.Cheung Kong's salary can be considered a high level in the manufacturing industry, but it must not be a leading level.

So in fact, the overall salary level of Cheung Kong is still not as good as those British-funded factories, it can only be said to be about the same.If compared to other Chinese-funded factories, it is a little bit better, and there are factories with a salary of 30-60.

After dinner.

Lin Zhichao came to his sister's room, intending to chat and give psychological counseling.

"Xin'er, why have you talked less with your brother recently?" Lin Zhichao sat on a chair and said to Lin Xiner who was sitting on the edge of the bed.

Lin Xiner felt aggrieved immediately, and said in a low voice, "I thought my brother didn't have time to talk to me, and I like sister Caiying."

Lin Zhichao suddenly realized that this was the reason. Lin Xiner thought he regarded Tang Caiying as his younger sister, and was a little jealous.

"Haha, I like you, Sister Caiying!"

Lin Xiner immediately lowered her head, clutching the school uniform skirt in her hands, obviously a little unhappy.

"However, my liking is not for my sister, but for wanting her to be your second sister-in-law."

Upon hearing this, Lin Xiner suddenly raised her head and said happily, "Really?"

Lin Zhichao nodded with a smile and said, "What? Is there any problem?"

Lin Xiner showed a sweet smile and said, "Although it's a little unexpected, it seems to be very good, so we can be together in the future."

"Don't you girl get married, and stay together forever!"

"Brother! I don't want to marry. I will work for you in the future."

Lin Zhichao didn't get entangled in this topic, but said: "Your sister Caiying is an insider for me, and let me know if you find anything. Of course, it's not the time yet, your sister Caiyun has never passed the test. So , Keep it a secret for brother!"

"Okay, brother!"

After chatting for a few words, Lin Zhichao left Lin Xiner's boudoir.Now he is cultivating this younger sister as a confidant. Now he is chasing a girl for himself, and he will work for him in the future.

Back in the bedroom, Tang Caiyun was lying on her side on the bed. Lin Zhichao stepped forward to stroke her belly, feeling the life of seven months.

"Husband, will something happen in Hong Kong? Since the end of last year, the Hong Kong government has added 6000 new troops, and Hong Kong has more than 3 soldiers! Also, in the annual budget announced by the Hong Kong government last month, a total of 1.8 2600 million Hong Kong dollars, [-] million will be used to expand the military and police." Tang Caiyun was a little worried.

The Lin family is super rich!
Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Don't worry, Hong Kong is very stable, just don't worry! What's more, I plan to buy a boat next month, and our family can leave at any time."

Tang Caiyun breathed a sigh of relief!

However, her worries just reflect the worries of other people in Hong Kong, and this worry has not yet expanded. Once Chen Bing Guangdong Province, Hong Kong will really become a bird of fright.

Lin Zhichao, who knows the history, not only does not have to worry, he can even buy some assets at the bottom. This is his opportunity, and he will distance himself from other rich people.

(End of this chapter)