Panic spread rapidly, impacting not just a single product but the entire energy sector. Propane, natural gas, and crude oil markets were all affected, and the entire energy futures market plummeted.
The volatile downward trend scared off many retail investors who still wanted to wait and see. It is human nature to chase rising prices and sell falling prices. As a result, more selling orders were generated, resulting in the tragic situation that almost no one was willing to take over. The international energy sector was hit hard.
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As the core of all this, Wu Tong, at this moment, how did Wu Tong know that she had achieved such a great achievement unconsciously, or that it was because Lu Xiao returned the funds he took from her.
"Brother Lu, are you sure this number is real?" Wu Tong blinked at the account data Lu Xiao showed her, almost suspecting she was dazzled. Otherwise, how could he have seen his account balance increase so much in such a short period of time? Almost tens of billions?
Even though Wu Tong wasn't particularly sensitive to money these days, having previously overseen large projects involving tens of billions of yuan, he couldn't help but raise an eyebrow at the sum. Personal wealth and project funds were two different things.
A few days ago, Brother Lu mentioned an opportunity to earn some interest internationally, with little risk. Without giving it much thought, Wu Tong transferred the unused funds in his account over the years to Lu Xiao. This was a testament to the friendship and trust built through their numerous collaborations, and he even received an inquiry from the head office. After all, with the dividends from Zhongyuan Group and various bonuses over the years, Wu Tong still had a considerable amount of idle funds in his account.
However, she never expected that the so-called interest was a bit too high, which directly caused her already considerable account balance to increase several times again.
"Of course, I went to the international market to make some money. With the news of the construction of the controlled nuclear fusion demonstration reactor, major financial institutions around the world have compiled statistics on the trading situation that day. In just one day, the market value of the energy sector in the global stock market evaporated by more than 100 billion US dollars, almost wiping out a Fortune 500 company. You just picked up a small part of it!" Lu Xiao touched his nose.
"After all, we have the upper hand. I was prepared in advance and acted immediately upon hearing the news. I used overlapping identities and shorted the money with high leverage..." Then, through overlapping identities, he laundered and transferred the funds, ultimately bringing them back to China. Of course, this was also possible thanks to the cooperation of the higher-ups who turned a blind eye and even helped cover it up. He had no intention of hiding the rapid influx of funds into China.
After all, they are out to make money, not to launder it. They earn it through their own ability, or they are making money from their neighbors, so the higher-ups must be happy to see them succeed!
Of course, it was only this time that he was able to achieve such a fruitful harvest with his unintentional efforts. There would not be such a good opportunity in the international market in the future. He and Wu Tong were not the type to stir up trouble in the domestic market.
"Great, great, Brother Lu!" Wu Tong couldn't help but give a thumbs up. As expected, there are always people better than you, and there is a real super genius right next to her.
Every profession has its own expertise. Brother Lu has already excelled in physics, aerospace, computers and other fields. He also has such amazing talent in finance and economics, which really made her amazed again!
"At this moment, should I sing a song? I have money, so much money, I don't know how to spend it? I have a Golden Crow Pagoda in my left hand, and a..." Wu Tong couldn't make up any more stories and couldn't stop chuckling.
"It's my honor to make our President Wu so happy!" Lu Xiao gave Wu Tong a deep look, and couldn't help but smile. He just thought, if he didn't try hard, it would be useless. The miracle created by Wu Tong must make Wu Tong take back some tangible rewards, so he took action.
Of course, seeing Wu Tong, who is always young and steady, showing some childishness that is suitable for her age, his efforts to follow her these days have not been in vain.
"Brother Lu, you really don't need to give me so much! Giving it to me at bank interest is already shameless of me!" After laughing, Wu Tong felt that she really didn't deserve such a huge sum of money! Apart from providing the initial capital, she really didn't contribute anything, so it was difficult for her to accept this money.
"Mr. Wu, are you underestimating yourself or me? Mr. Wu, don't worry, I also make a profit, and my work is not in vain. Moreover, the most important reason why we can make such a big profit is that you, Mr. Wu, have mastered the controlled nuclear fusion technology and allowed the demonstration reactor to begin construction. This is why we have the opportunity to benefit this time. You deserve it!" Lu Xiao spread his hands, as if he was really expressing his true attitude that if Wu Tong didn't accept it, it would be a slap in his face.
"Okay, then I'll accept it shamelessly. By the way, Brother Lu, do you have any research on donations?" Wu Tong stared at the balance in her account. She and her family had hardly used so much money, and she would not make any investments in the future. So instead of letting the money remain in vain, Wu Tong would rather make the money more valuable.
For example, scholarships, grants, critical illness assistance, scientific research assistance... Being able to help more people would be worthy of Brother Lu's efforts and make the money more worthwhile! If she really invested in it, the little money she had on hand would only make a small splash!
She had made similar arrangements before, all handled by Sister An, though the amount was limited by her current income. With such a large sum now, she needed a more appropriate management team. Wu Tong pondered whether it would be more beneficial if she could build on the foundation of the Nobel Foundation or the Abel Foundation, ensuring smooth operation and continuous funding.
When poor, one can take care of oneself; when rich, one can help the world. Although she can't yet achieve such boundless love, she is doing her best to contribute to society and make a meaningful contribution to help more people in need. Didn't her scholarship also benefit the country and society before?
Now that she has the ability, she can naturally act as a benefactor!
"I'll have someone connect you with your personal assistant. Let them arrange it. They'll take care of it!" Wu Tong's intentions were good. Since it was Wu Tong's wish, the higher-ups would definitely help Mr. Wu arrange it, without him having to worry too much. "I have some spare funds on hand, so we can just do it together! It's not a big deal!"
Previously, he'd been deeply involved in the project, rarely managing it. Now that Mr. Wu had set an example, he was willing to make some arrangements within his capacity. After all, since the old man, everyone had received state pensions, and his future would be no different, as expected.
The account funds are also idle. It would be nice to do something meaningful with Mr. Wu!
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