Shortly after Mo Zhexuan left the HSBC office building, he received a call from Wang Pengfei, who said anxiously:
"Mr. Mo! I just received news from my colleagues at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange that China Gas has been delisted and trading has been suspended because the public shareholding is less than 25% of the total."
"Okay! I understand."
After hanging up the phone, I instantly felt a sense of conspiracy.
What does this mean? It means that if China Gas Company cannot make more than 25% of its shares available in the market within the stipulated time, it will be in trouble.
It will face the risk of delisting. If it cannot raise funds from the stock market, the losses will be too great, and it will be even more difficult to go public again in the future.
Through this news, Mo Zhexuan suddenly had a glimmer of understanding. Perhaps the real purpose of Jardine Matheson was to expand its shares and increase capital.
On the one hand, it expanded its shares in the stock market to raise funds, and on the other hand, it secretly acquired a large number of shares to gain 51% control.
Because Jardine Matheson currently holds the most shares in China Gas Company and is the most powerful, if it expands its shares.
Then, with his strong financial resources, he would definitely take the lead in increasing his shareholding ratio. If either himself or Li Ka-shing did not invest, they would completely withdraw from the competition.
The only way is to join forces with Li Ka-shing, but it is certain that neither of them wants to see China Gas delisted.
Then, only one of him and Li Ka-shing could compromise first, so that Jardine Matheson's goal would fail and China Gas Company would become completely Chinese-owned.
Thinking of this, Mo Zhexuan prepared to go to the Henderson Land Development office at 8 Financial Street, Central, Hong Kong to meet his fourth uncle Li Ka-shing, the famous Chinese tycoon.
As soon as I got into the Ford Cortina, the unique ringtone of my mobile phone rang again. It was an unfamiliar number. After I clicked on it to answer, a respectful middle-aged man's voice came from the phone.
"Mr. Mo! Hello, I'm Dong Shaowen, the general manager of China Gas Company. Mr. Henry Keswick of Jardine Matheson has proposed holding a shareholders' meeting at 9:00 a.m. tomorrow. Do you have time tomorrow?"
"Okay! No problem, I'll be there on time."
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After a round of greetings and conversation, Mo Zhexuan hung up the phone. Dong Shaowen on the other end of the phone was still very self-aware and knew that if the China Gas Company was completely controlled by Jardine Matheson.
Then he would definitely be kicked out, so he tried his best to please others on the phone, blurting out everything he knew, just to make a good impression.
"Erli! Going to Kowloon Hospital?"
"Mr. Mo! Aren't you going to Henderson Land Development anymore?"
"No."
Mo Zhexuan thought for a moment and finally decided not to go to Henderson Land Development to meet Li Ka-shing, because in his judgment, Li Ka-shing must have received a call from Dong Shaowen.
So the two of them now have a common enemy, which is Jardine Matheson, so it is best to remain unchanged in the face of change. If they go to see Li Ka-shing, they will be in a passive position.
This is not conducive to the subsequent negotiations, because if one wants to prevent Jardine Matheson from gaining control of the China Gas Company, one party will have to give in, that's for sure.
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at the same time.
In a towering building at 8 Financial Street, Central, Hong Kong.
Li Ka-shing and his son Li Ka-kit were discussing a call from Dong Shaowen, general manager of China Gas Company, in the office.
"Dad! It seems that Jardine Matheson has already acquired HSBC's 11% stake in China Gas. Their purpose is to expand their holdings and raise funds, so as to quickly gain control of China Gas. Henry Keswick is a complete fox!"
"This is a completely aboveboard conspiracy. If China Gas were to delist, no one would want to see it happen. So neither Mo Zhexuan nor I would refuse."
"If neither Mo Zhexuan nor I give in or compromise, that would be what Henry Keswick would want to see. It would then be much easier for him to gain control of the China Gas Company."
There was deep worry in Li Jiajie's eyes behind his glasses. Ever since his father broke up his first love, he has devoted himself to his work and only wants to achieve success in his career.
In later generations, this guy remained unmarried throughout his life. In order to compete with his younger brother Li Ka Shing for the family property, he traveled to the British Empire and used mysterious powers to obtain three sons, ultimately gaining the upper hand in the distribution of family property.
"You're right. Henry Keswick is indeed a master at manipulating people's hearts. If neither Mo Zhexuan nor I give in, we will both suffer losses, and Jardine Matheson will ultimately benefit."
"So we have to make two arrangements now. First, if Mo Zhexuan is willing to withdraw from the battle for China Gas Company, then we will acquire all of his 35.4% shares. My bottom line is HK$250 per share."
"Secondly, if Mo Zhexuan insists on acquiring China Gas, we will transfer our 24.4% stake to him, with the bottom line being HK$250 per share."
Li Zhaoji stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, looking at the people coming and going below and the blue sky and white clouds in the sky. He finally made up his mind and made preparations for both scenarios.
"Then I don't know how the payment method will be arranged. If it is a cash transaction, it will not be a small amount." Li Jiajie quickly asked the key question.
"As for the payment method, if we acquire Mo Zhexuan's shares, we will also prepare two plans: one is a full cash acquisition, and the other is a combination of shares and cash."
"Tomorrow, you will go to the shareholders' meeting of China Gas Company on my behalf. You can also test Mo Zhexuan and see what he thinks. I can make concessions, but I must not lose too much of my interests. Your presence will just give me a buffer."
Li Ka-shing rubbed his temples and quickly told his son his thoughts. As a Chinese who has lived in Hong Kong for decades, he was already well aware of the arrogance and strength of Jardine Matheson.
For decades, countless Chinese businessmen have hoped to break free from British control and enter various industries. Now, if Jardine Matheson were to acquire the China Gas Company.
Then the blow to Chinese capital will be very heavy, so compromise is not impossible, but too much profit cannot be lost. Letting his son go will provide a buffer.
They were worried that Mo Zhexuan was young and impulsive, and that he would stick to his word, leaving no room for negotiation. If the talks broke down, Jardine Matheson would be the last one to benefit.
On the other hand, he is preparing to give his son a good training. After all, both of them are young people and they must have common topics. It can also motivate Li Jiajie to get over the influence of the broken heart as soon as possible.
"No problem! Tomorrow I will meet Mo Zhexuan, the financial genius." A hint of pride flashed between Li Jiajie's brows. Who doesn't want to be the best among their peers, so he also wants to have a good competition.
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