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Although Zhou Buqi's words are clear and logical, there is actually a deeper meaning.

Some American TV series were cut in half early or ended hastily because the filming was too poor or the ratings were not high, so the producers chose to end them.

But there is another possibility, that is, this American TV series was filmed really well!

The most typical example is "Friends".

Similar to most sitcoms on American television, "Friends" was also very shoddy at the beginning. It hired a few very cheap actors, set up a very cheap scene, found an inexperienced 18th-tier director, and then started shooting. That's it.

However, the script of "Friends" is so well written.

The actors also performed brilliantly.

This TV series became an instant hit.

Then there's trouble.

Actors' salaries began to skyrocket, rising to an astonishing level, so much so that the producers couldn't bear it anymore. Doing the math... all the money earned from filming the drama was divided among the actors!

The producers can only choose to end it.

Everything is a business consideration.

If you have money to make, shoot. If you don’t have money, don’t shoot.

Logically speaking, sitcoms like "Friends" don't need to be finished at all and can be filmed indefinitely like many Korean family dramas.

However, the actors' union in the United States is too powerful, and actors need to get salary contracts that match their status.

If the six main characters get a salary increase at the same time, the producer will not be able to sustain it.

It can only end.

If when the producer is about to withdraw, Zhou Buqi can take over the project and invite all the actors over with high salaries regardless of the cost... Then there is no need to care about the input-output ratio.

This is strategic value!

For example, "Friends Season 11" was filmed and the streaming rights were released to Netflix for exclusive broadcast. This is of great value.

Countless ardent fans of "Friends" will definitely subscribe to Netflix one after another, forming a social phenomenon of "subscribe to Netflix and follow "Friends"".

Users in the United States are generally "idiots".

Once you subscribe to a membership, you usually won’t cancel the subscription unless the platform is too rubbish, the service provided is too poor, or the personal financial pressure is too great and you really can’t bear it.

It is easier to make Internet products in the United States than in China.

Domestic consumers have been cultivated by unscrupulous merchants, and there are even various wool gangs and scalpers who specialize in taking advantage of some platforms with subsidy policies.

Zhou Buqixin's request was another huge challenge for Richard.

Let’s give him time to process it slowly!

…

The next morning, Zhou Buqi met with Larry Fink, the big boss of Black Rock Capital, and both parties had some matters to negotiate.

Ning Lu is free and will accompany her this time.

Sitting in the car, Zhou Buqi first called Musk, "How have you considered the delisting matter?"

Musk said: "Really do this?"

Zhou Buqi was a little funny, "Who are you asking? You decide for yourself whether you want to delist or not!"

Musk said with a headache: "I consulted and the whole process will be very complicated. If it is not handled well, there may be a hearing. You know, I hate dealing with those people the most."

Zhou Buqi said: "That's up to you, this is your business. But I want to remind you that as a listed company, Tesla will only encounter more and more troubles in the future..."

"You don't need to say anything." Musk interrupted, "I've already considered it."

Zhou Buqi said "hmm" and said, "Then we won't delist?"

"No, delist!"

"ah?"

"You are right, long-term pain is worse than short-term pain. Tesla's listing plan was not done well before. The reason why it was rushed to go public was mainly because it encountered a lot of trouble with funds at that stage. I got it from the Department of Energy A low-interest loan to promote Tesla’s listing and make its financial reports public is their condition.”

Zhou Buqi had heard about these things before, "No need now?"

Musk smiled and said: "The loan has basically been repaid."

Zhou Buqi said: "So fast?"

Musk said: “It’s so complicated to deal with listed companies. Among other things, the financial department has tripled its previous size, and more than 20 additional financial personnel have been recruited to deal with public matters. Financial report information. If it is delisted, this expense can be completely saved."

Zhou Buqi knew that his greatest skill was to increase revenue and reduce expenditure, and said with a smile: "So, it's decided? Tesla is going to be delisted?"

"Well, I have to retreat!"

Musk's tone was firm.

The opportunity is here, of course we must seize it.

After a pause, Musk continued: "It would be best if it can be delisted this year and be renovated internally next year. By 2015... I estimate that the new model Model X will be mass-produced and sold. By that time, Promote Tesla’s re-launch.”

Zhou Buqi said: "I think it's okay."

Musk said in embarrassment: "However, it may not be easy to implement such a large delisting case, and I need your help."

Zhou Buqi smiled and said, "What a coincidence, I'm going to see Larry Fink now. I'll talk to him about this later."

"Will he participate?" Musk was a little skeptical. "I have met him once before, and he did not approve of Tesla's risk management."

Zhou Buqi said comprehensively: "You go and deal with the board of directors! I will help you find a solution for the capital operation! Black Rock Capital has a good brand, and I will try my best to bring them in!"

Musk said angrily: "The board of directors is definitely fine. I can push the board to approve the delisting proposal at any time!"

"good!"

After the phone call ended, Zhou Buqi was in a good mood.

This Elon Musk's style is indeed vigorous and resolute.

Such a big thing as delisting was decided in a day or two. It was really decisive and without hesitation. In comparison, the new CEO of HBO is too slow in his actions.

Zhou Bu stopped talking here, and Ning Lu handed over his personal mobile phone.

"What's wrong?"

"Short message."

"ah?"

Look at the new text messages. Ning Lu had a strange expression and was mysterious. The latest news had just been sent.

Zhou Buqi took the phone and opened the text message bar... The latest text message was sent from Yang Mi from China. He opened it and took a look... Wow! A little shocked!

Content of text message: "Financial father, I have it."

Zhou Buqi turned his head and looked at Ning Lu, somewhat unconvinced, "What's the matter?"

Ning Lu rolled her eyes at him, "What else could it be?"

Zhou Buqi is not sure, "Pregnant?"

Ning Lu said: "Call her and ask. I guess she must have just found out the news... It's night in China. She should have tested the pregnancy test with a pregnancy test stick. She should be excited to sleep now." Not yet."

"I'm actually pregnant..."

Zhou Buqi blinked, feeling a little complicated.

Yang Mi struggled for more than a year and finally got pregnant.

This speed is really not slow.

It feels really different to have a female star give birth to a child for you. Hmm... we can't keep her like a canary. We have to follow her wishes and find an opportunity to raise a concubine.