"Brother Dong, you're absolutely amazing."
After a long while, Ahua finally came to his senses and said...
Shen Dong chuckled and said, "The world is vast, and we can't just focus on this tiny place like Hong Kong. Let alone a few hundred billion US dollars, even hundreds of billions of US dollars is nothing compared to those Western conglomerates. Anyway, has anything happened in Hong Kong lately?"
Ahua's expression turned serious, and he immediately began to report.
During Shen Dong's trip to the United States, turmoil once again swept through the Hong Kong underworld.
After Chiang Tin-yeung was killed by Siu-chung, Chan Ho-nam gained everyone's support and ascended to the position of leader of Hung Hing.
Chiang Tin-sang returned from the Netherlands with a desire to seize power and sent assassins to kill Chan Ho-nam, but Chan Ho-nam dealt with them swiftly and decisively.
If he hadn't run fast, Jiang Tiansheng probably wouldn't have been able to return to the Netherlands.
After Chan Ho-nam became the leader, he immediately carried out internal integration of Hung Hing, distributing 25% of the profits from the casino business in Macau to the leaders of various regions. At the same time, he vigorously promoted newcomers to rise to power and also brought in many experts from outside to become Hung Hing's red sticks, including some kung fu masters who could not make it in Hong Kong.
As for the cause of Chiang Tin-yang's death, everyone in Hung Hing believed it was the work of the Triads.
Therefore, the two clubs had a very bad relationship and fought countless times, both big and small.
On the other hand, Li Aji of Wo Luen Shing also carried out sweeping reforms of the triad, establishing the Hop To Group, which opened three or four factories, selling household appliances.
Reports indicate that Li Aji has close ties with many businessmen in inland China and is thriving in the smuggling business.
The top brand of Dongxing is also newly launched.
After a fierce struggle, the crow used underhanded tactics to achieve final victory.
However, Situ Haonan, Kele, Xu Wei and others were not convinced by him.
Raven still has a long way to go before it can truly integrate Tung Sing.
Zhongyixin and Hongtai, on the other hand, remained silent.
Lian Haolong devoted most of his energy to his business, and it is said that his monthly income exceeds 100 million Hong Kong dollars.
Hung Man has done very well in real estate, and he has also joined the Hong Kong Island Real Estate Association.
He gradually handed over the affairs of the underworld to Hong Nan, preparing for his retirement.
As for Uncle Mei, the nominal leader of Hongtai, Shen Dong didn't take him seriously at all.
Compared to the relatively calm business world, the shopping malls on Hong Kong Island are quite bustling.
Li Ka-shing, Li Zhaoshan, Zheng Tong, and other Hong Kong local tycoons have joined forces and are acquiring large amounts of Hang Seng Bank shares on the market.
Hang Seng Bank has a total market capitalization of around US$8 billion, of which US conglomerates hold 43 percent, Hong Kong local tycoons hold only 12 percent, and the remaining 45 percent is traded on the market.
For many years, the banking industry on Hong Kong Island has been controlled by these American conglomerates, who have a firm grip on Hong Kong's finances.
Li Ka-shing and his team clearly wanted to change the situation, so they launched this attack.
Shen Dong laughed and said, "When did Li Ka-shing and his men become so bold that they dare to challenge the American conglomerates?"
Ahua said, "I reckon they dared to do this because they received strong support from the north."
In the current Hong Kong Island government, localist officials and hawkish officials each account for about 40 percent, while the remaining 20 percent are neutral.
The fact that wealthy families like Li Ka-shing are willing to risk offending the U.S. government to vie for Hang Seng Bank, the most prestigious financial institution in Hong Kong, clearly indicates that they have the full support of local factions.
It's important to know that Hang Seng Bank controls Standard Chartered Bank and also holds shares in several other banks.
Once this is secured, local elites can stand on equal footing with American conglomerates in the financial industry.
Their influence on Hong Kong Island's economy has naturally increased significantly.
Shen Dong asked, "How many shares did Li Ka-shing and his team acquire?"
Ahua said, "As of today's closing, local tycoons have acquired 14% of the shares. If they get the support of Hang Seng Bank's local shareholders, they only need to acquire another 4% to get 30% of the shares. At that time, they can apply to the relevant departments to thoroughly investigate Hang Seng Bank's transaction history."
Hang Seng Bank has come this far through countless shady dealings behind the scenes, many of which they probably can't even count themselves.
If a thorough investigation is conducted, the US financial groups will be finished.
Shen Dong said, "There probably aren't many shares left on the market, right?"
Ahua nodded and said, "That's right. After a week of fierce fighting, Hang Seng Bank's stock price skyrocketed from HK$230 to HK$380, and all the shares on the market have been sold out. The American conglomerates were already badly hurt after the stock market crash. Now that Li Ka-shing has led this stunt, it's practically killing them. I suspect that the American conglomerates have at most US$500 million left, and Li Ka-shing and his team are probably out of money. Brother Dong, should we lend a hand?"
Compared to Hong Kong tycoons like Li Ka-shing and Li Zhaoshan, Ah Wah dislikes these American bastards even more.
If he had to choose between the two, Ahua would prefer the local powerhouse to win.
Shen Dong smiled and asked, "How can I help? Can you buy Hang Seng Bank shares from the Americans?"
Ahua paused for a moment, then said, "I can't buy it."
Shen Dong said, "Since we can't buy them, let's start from scratch and help them from another direction."
Ahua asked, "Which direction?"
A glint of light flashed in Shen Dong's eyes as he said, "Hong Kong Island has two major warehouses: Kowloon and the New Territories. The Kowloon warehouse was taken from the American conglomerate by the shipping magnate seven years ago, but they still have the New Territories warehouse in their hands. If we seize this opportunity and take over the New Territories warehouse, then Hong Kong Island's commercial influence will be back in our hands."
The New Territories Warehouse is the second largest seaport on Hong Kong Island, after Kowloon Wharf, and consists of hundreds of large warehouses, hotels, trams and other industries.
In terms of asset quality, the New Territories warehouse is no less than that of Wharf Holdings.
If Shen Dong can quietly seize control of the New Territories warehouse, his business status on Hong Kong Island will be on par with Li Ka-shing and others, and even the Hong Kong Island government and the North will have to maintain good relations with him.
Ahua said, "I'll go check the equity distribution of the New Territories warehouse right now."
Shen Dong waved his hand and laughed, "No need, I've already checked."
It turns out that after the stock market crash ended, Shen Dong had been eyeing the New Territories warehouse.
The total market value of the New Territories warehouse is US$4.6 billion.
The major shareholder is Yixin Consortium, which owns 22% of the shares.
The second largest shareholder is Hang Seng Bank, which owns 16 percent of the shares.
Cheng Tung, one of the four major wealthy families in Hong Kong Island, is the third largest shareholder, owning 8% of the shares.
Dozens of other shareholders hold 15 percent of the shares.
The remaining circulating shares account for 39 percent of the total market capitalization.
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