Chapter 334: 'Reasonable and Legal' Dividing the Cake

Hardy looked at the list of seized and confiscated items, which included most of the Japanese companies that participated in supporting the Japanese military during World War II.

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.

Between 1937 and 1945, Mitsubishi was one of the largest military manufacturers in the Japanese army, producing eight aircraft carriers, 30 large battleships, and a large number of aircraft, tanks, artillery, bombs, etc.

After World War II, all military factories were seized by the United States, including their subsidiaries, and Mitsubishi Corporation was also split up.

Kawasaki Heavy Industries.

During World War II, the company provided the Japanese army with Hibiki fighters, Type 5 fighters, and Type 1 transport aircraft. It also built the battleship "Haruna" and the aircraft carrier "Kaga". It also produced military motorcycles, locomotives, railway equipment, etc.

panasonic.

Between 1936 and 1945, a large number of fighter planes, aerial bombs, communication equipment, and mountain artillery were produced for the Japanese army.

toshiba.

From 1939 to 1945, it produced Type 97 and Type 95 medium tanks, heavy machine guns, and various types of mountain artillery for the Japanese Army.

Fuji Heavy Industries.

During World War II, more than 20,000 military aircraft of various types were produced, accounting for one-third of the total number of Japanese military aircraft during World War II.

yamaha.

Originally a musical instrument company, it produced a large number of aircraft parts during the war, and some of its factories were seized and confiscated.

Nikon.

It mainly produces optical equipment. During World War II, all military telescopes, sights, rangefinders, aerial cameras, and periscopes for the Japanese army were provided by Nikon.

nec.

During World War II, together with Sumitomo Electric, we produced radar, wireless telephones, electronic tubes and other electronic and semiconductor equipment for the Japanese army.

Made in Japan.

During World War II, a large number of military cars and trucks were produced.

Fifty Suzu.

During World War II, the company provided the Japanese army with armored vehicles, tractors, military trucks and other military vehicles.

nakajima aircraft.

During World War II, it was a supplier of Japanese military fighter aircraft, along with Mitsubishi and Fuji. However, since it was a purely military-industrial enterprise, it was completely closed down and confiscated after the war.

Hitachi.

During the war, Hitachi produced warships, tanks, military aircraft engines and other parts, and some of its factories were closed down.

Hino.

The company that produced Kamikaze aircraft engines also provided other companies with military equipment accessories such as tanks, armored vehicles, military trucks, and tractors. All factories involved in the production of military products were sealed off and confiscated.

In addition, there are military industrial enterprises that produce ammunition, chemicals, and logistical supplies.

The total number is around 300.

Hadi thought that even if he only took over these 300 companies, it would be enough to feed the seven major conglomerates. As the "economic envoy", the government gave him the right to deal with these companies.

Hardy is sure to take full advantage.

You have the right not to use it if it expires.

When watching the anti-Japanese drama back then, many people said that if they had the ability, they would definitely torture the Japanese severely. Now that they have this opportunity, how could they let it go.

Don't think that anti-Japanese dramas are useless.

It is actually a very good way of promotion.

At the very least, it can leave hatred for the invaders in people's minds and keep them from forgetting history and pain.

Now it's time for me to torture you, don't blame me for not being gentle.

Look further down.

The material introduces the current status of large Japanese companies, including banks, commerce, heavy industry, electrical machinery, breweries, glass factories, steel mills, petrochemicals, automobiles, real estate, semiconductors, communications, medical companies, textile companies, food companies, etc.

There are more than 600 in total.

After the United States occupied Japan, it was very wary of Japan, and its policy toward Japan's economy was mainly to suppress and weaken it.

The Japanese chaebols were dissolved and large corporations were split up. All the former large conglomerates have now been broken up, and finance and foreign trade have been strictly controlled.

In the years after the war, more than 40,000 pieces of machinery and equipment were transported away and scattered across China and Southeast Asian countries.

Japan's domestic economy is on the brink of collapse, and factories are in a semi-shutdown state. Last year, the output value of all Japanese companies was only tens of millions of dollars, less than the output value of a single American company.

But from the list, Hardy saw that Japan still had hidden resources. As long as he was given a chance, these companies would quickly revive and develop.

Hardy looked at the list for a whole day and thought about it for a day. He then called people from other consortiums to prepare for the first inspection team meeting.

One day later,

The heads of various consortiums selected to participate in Japanese investment came to Los Angeles one after another, and they met again at Hardy's Beverly Hills mansion.

Hardy also called Andy over.

Hadi glanced at the dozen people present and said with a smile, "I think everyone has received the Japanese company list. What do you think after reading it?"

The vice president of Morgan Stanley said: "Japan's financial situation is very fragile now. The government has no money, the banks have no money, and the people have no money. I think this is a good opportunity for us to absorb their banking industry and assets."

Bankers have a different vision from ordinary people. Some people may think that how can I make money when there is no money here, but bankers see that now that they are short of money, it is a good time to lend and acquire assets.

Vice President Rockefeller said: "Japan's industrial chain is very complete. In fact, from the Meiji Restoration to the present, Japan has been learning from Europe. Its industry has developed rapidly. Moreover, they have a mature group of industrial workers. The wages of workers are very cheap compared to those in the United States. The wages are only one-fourth and one-fifth of those in the United States. It is very suitable for industrial factories."

Others also expressed their views.

Everyone sees opportunities to make money.

Hadi said: "I called you all here because I want to discuss an action plan before going to Japan to maximize profits."

When people heard what Hadi said, smiles appeared on their faces.

They are capitalists, and what they love most is making money. Maximizing profits is simply what they want.

"Mr. Hardy, please tell us what you think. You are the leader of this delegation." Someone said with a smile.

Hardy smiled.

"Today I will mainly talk about the Japanese military industrial enterprises that were seized by the US military. There were about 300 of them in total. During the war, they provided a large number of military products to the Japanese army. After the army occupied Japan, these enterprises were closed down."

"I asked President Johnson about this, and President Johnson made it clear that these companies are under the jurisdiction of the Economic Steering Group."

"I checked and found that these companies cover a wide range of categories, including eight large ship manufacturing companies, four aircraft manufacturing companies, five automobile manufacturing companies, dozens of parts and components companies, and other companies, totaling more than 300 companies."

"Some of the factory equipment in these companies has been dismantled and shipped to China and some Southeast Asian countries as compensation. Some parts have not yet been dismantled. In fact, the machinery and equipment are not relocated. Their land and factories have not been moved, which is also a considerable asset."

"I have an idea. If you are interested, we can discuss here how to deal with these companies."

Those present here are all veterans in the business world and naturally know that these assets are definitely valuable.

Of course,

It also depends on the price.

Vice President Rockefeller asked, "It is possible that those factories have been demolished and are in ruins. I wonder how you would value these assets, Mr. Hardy?"

Hardy stood up.

"I don't know how to set the price. Strictly speaking, those assets no longer belong to Japan. They are confiscated by the United States. The United States has the final say on how much they are sold for."

"My idea is that we come up with a 'reasonable' price for each industry here, have the president and Congress approve the price, and then sell them to us so that we can get them 'legally'."

Hardy placed great emphasis on the words "reasonable" and "legal".

Everyone present was an experienced person. They immediately understood what Hardy meant and smiled.

Hardy continued:

"After the price is determined, we can discuss who will buy those companies. Once the price is approved by Congress, we can directly complete the purchase. What do you think?"

"I think Mr. Hardy's idea is great!" the Texas consortium representative exclaimed.

"I support Mr. Hardy's opinion." The Cleveland financial group representative agreed.

You name your own price and buy it yourself.

Being both an athlete and a referee.

It would be strange if this guy didn't make money.