Shenhao started as a military training anchor

When Zhang Lei mentioned the word "strategic height", he was actually referring to Holly.

The reason why Holly thought of the "North American market" is because when the global online ride-hailing giant Uber withdrew from the Chinese market, the merger agreement signed with Didi contained a stipulation that Didi could not enter the U.S. market.

This is equivalent to cutting off Didi’s path to the American market.

The merger between Didi and Uber is a mutual shareholding merger and acquisition model. Uber China was acquired by Didi, and Uber held shares in Didi.

This destined Didi’s path to globalization to be very difficult.

At that time, the only ride-hailing platform that could compete with Uber was Didi.

Although Grab operates very well in Southeast Asia and has always maintained its leading position in market share, as other platforms have entered Southeast Asia, its market share is also being squeezed.

Especially after Yisu successfully tested the waters in Thailand, the competitive pressure on Grab has become even greater.

The market share is decreasing, the market value is decreasing, and the revenue is also decreasing. The investors behind it are definitely unable to sit still.

At this time, Holly proposed the idea of ​​acquiring Grab, and the shareholders behind it may consider it.

If the North American market is put on the negotiation table as a wedding dress, shareholders will probably be excited.

The current global ride-hailing giant Uber has a market value of US$1600 billion and a market value of one trillion yuan, almost monopolizing the markets in America and Europe.

Originally, Didi could compete with it, but the merger agreement determined that Didi could only be its younger brother.

Looking at the global online ride-hailing platforms, the only one that still has a chance to compete with Uber is Yisu.

It’s too late to enter the North American market and compete with Uber, and the risks are very high.

The acquisition cycle will be extended indefinitely.

In such a situation, there is only one way to go, and that is to "bet."

Bet against investment institutions such as SoftBank, the major shareholder behind Grab.

Betting on North American market share.

Let them use Grab shares to invest in Yisu, help Yisu acquire Grab, and complete absolute control.

This is a multi-billion dollar bet.

If you lose, you may lose tens of billions.

Just like Wang Jianlin's bet back then, after the failure, he was in debt of 30 to 40 billion, which almost caused Wanda to collapse.

This time the bet was bigger than Wang Jianlin’s.

But Hawley isn't that worried.

After all, it has enough cash flow. Even if it cannot complete the target of the North American market by then, it can still rely on huge funds to repurchase shares.

A loss is definitely a loss, but it can stabilize the market.

Now except for the North American market, it is estimated that nothing else can impress the major shareholders behind Grab.

Zhang Lei saw Huo Li's serious expression and said bluntly, "The risk is huge, Mr. Huo should consider it carefully.

Your current business layout is too big and you must consider it holistically. "

This is a caring word from a friend.

As an investor, he certainly wanted Holly to gamble.

Whether he wins or loses, he has a vested interest.

A smile appeared on Holly's face again, and he said in a joking tone, "Either you don't join the game, or you join the game with your own body and change the existing rules."

Zhang Lei understood what he said.

Clinking glasses with Holly, "Mr. Huo is still the same Mr. Huo I know, always moving forward.

Now that you have said this, it will be easier for me to operate. Just wait for my information when the time comes.

The appearance still needs to be done.

Show it to the founders and other shareholders. "

Holly did it quickly, "Waiting for good news."

The capital game is played by the big guys.

Others only have the right to follow the soup. The big guys sold you out silently, and you may still be kept in the dark.

After dinner, Zhang Lei said goodbye, and Holly went directly to the top floor of the hotel to rest.

……

The Beijing International Comedy Festival is held in Beijing.

This is the first entertainment festival for comedians in China and has attracted much attention.

As the sponsor, Holly also arrived at the event that afternoon.

"Mr. Huo is here."

"Mr. Huo, what is your original intention of organizing this comedy festival?" "Mr. Huo, is it true that I heard that the King of Comedy Stephen Chow will come to the scene today?"

"Mr. Huo, will Qihang Media increase investment in comedy movies next year?"

"..."

When reporters outside the venue saw Holly get out of the car, they all gathered around him.

Today, he turned into the head of the entertainment industry and appeared in the eyes of media reporters.

Brother Huo has many identities, and he plays well in every circle and is respected by everyone.

He is the founder of today's comedy arts festival, which made the entertainment media present inevitably speculate that this event is related to Qihang Media's development strategy.

This is big news in the entertainment industry.

It will affect the popular trends and content trends of movies and TV series.

However, they did not get the answers they wanted from Holly and were ruthlessly pushed away by the security personnel.

Holly followed Guan Pinnan, the head of Qiangyin Entertainment, towards the lounge.

"Mr. Huo, Secretary Yang, Director Zhang and Mr. Zhao are resting in the room inside." Guan Pinnan said.

Holly nodded: "Go and do your work."

Now he is the director of Qiangyin Entertainment and the vice president of Qiangyin Platform.

It was brought up by Holly, and he respected Holly very much and was grateful.

Holly walked to the door and knocked on the door with a smile, "Secretary Yang."

"Mr. Huo is here."

Secretary Yang from the Cultural and Tourism Office stood up and smiled.

Zhang Yimou and Zhao Benshan also stood up and came forward with smiles.

Secretary Yang came to deliver a speech as a representative of the local government.

Holly has accumulated very deep connections in the past few years of his activities in the capital, and Secretary Yang is not considered a big shot in his circle.

As soon as Holly opened his mouth, he came over.

From a work perspective, the Department of Culture and Tourism also hopes to make the "International Comedy Arts Festival" a business card and become a sign of Beijing's cultural and entertainment development.

As the competent authority, we should come and support.

Zhang Yimou smiled and shook hands with Holly, "Mr. Huo."

Holly asked with concern: "Has that project started last time?"

"When it comes to this project, I have to admire the work efficiency of Qihang Media. It is the fastest one to get investment in all my years of working in the industry. Mr. Huo can rest assured that preparations are already underway and the filming will start in the next year." Zhang Yimou said.

This film is for the Spring Festival next year, with an investment of over 1 billion, and it is a magnificent oriental historical film.

Qihang Media is producing, and many powerful investment companies are participating in the investment.

A highly anticipated film project.

Director Zhang's title is still worth investing in.

Holly joked: "Don't save me money, it must be well made."

"Of course." Zhang Yimou also laughed and said, "If I'm short of money, I'll ask Mr. Huo for it."

Holly nodded and turned to Zhao Benshan, "Uncle Benshan, are you feeling well? Please make a special trip here."

"Mr. Huo is too polite to say it's troublesome. When you visited last time, wouldn't it be embarrassing for you if I didn't come today?" Zhao Benshan smiled and said, "You are in good health. Thank you for your concern."

"That's good. I think this is your first time attending such an event, right?" Holly said.

"After leaving the Spring Festival Gala, I have basically never participated in such an event."

"It's an honor." Holly said modestly, "Sit down, Secretary Yang, let's talk while drinking tea."

There was a sudden noise outside.

Holly smiled, probably Stephen Chow had arrived.

"Teacher Stephen Chow, do you think you are still the king of comedy?"

"Mr. Stephen Chow, how do you evaluate current comedy movies?"

"I would like to ask Mr. Stephen Chow, what kind of movie is a high-end comedy movie?"

"Mr. Stephen Chow, are you attending this event today to promote your new film?"

Stephen Chow didn't answer the first few questions. To the last question, he simply answered, "Invited by Mr. Huo, thank you."

(End of this chapter)