Chapter 381 (1/2)

After Simon and Janet got married, the old man had a tendency to show his true nature in front of Simon. Just like his sons, he would not speak so politely.

Simon didn't retort and said patiently, ”even if the U.S. economy continues to deteriorate, we can probably cope with it by relying on the accumulation of Westeros in recent years.”

Anthony Johnston said: ”most of westero's existing portfolio is very strong. If you need to sell these high-quality assets with great growth potential to make up for the losses caused by the acquisition of MCA and Bell Atlantic, it's not worth it. ”

Simon said: ”it's just a coping strategy in the worst situation. It doesn't have to be true. What's more, it's not necessary to sell those assets at that time. Denise entertainment and Bell Atlantic can also ease the financial pressure by selling part of their equity. ”

Norman Johnston said: ”in this case, it's better to take the stock exchange strategy now. Bell Atlantic may not be able to do so. On Danielles entertainment side, with Hollywood's positive attitude towards Danielles entertainment, the stock exchange mode is easier to succeed than cash acquisition.”

”I really hope to use the stock exchange mode,” Simon said, shaking his head again. ”However, danilisi entertainment is not listed. Stock exchange acquisition and valuation is a very troublesome problem.”

When Forbes magazine counted Simon's personal assets in early August, it valued Denise entertainment at $8 billion to $10 billion.

Simon believes that if it goes public, the market value of Denise entertainment can easily break through the $10 billion mark, even $15 billion or even $20 billion.

However, in the current state of non listing, danielis entertainment wants to acquire MCA through stock exchange, and its own valuation is difficult to exceed 10 billion US dollars. In addition, it has to pay a high premium for MCA shares, which is a loss for danielis entertainment.

Raymond Johnston suddenly asked a question that seemed to be a bit off center: ”cersei capital, Simon, do you think there will be more suitable opportunities in the next few years?”

Simon knows what the old man means about hedge funds.

If cersei capital can obtain a large amount of capital in the next few years through similar operations, the huge debt risk brought by the two acquisitions will be greatly reduced.

With this in mind, Simon said: ”the turbulent situation in Europe should bring some opportunities, but cersei's future development will focus on private equity, asset management and M & a consulting. The size of hedge funds will be reduced to about US $3 billion, and at the same time, they will not participate in macro hedging at the national economic level as far as possible, so as to avoid being targeted by the target government in other areas of Westeros. ”

From the 1987 stock market crash to the ongoing operation of the crude oil futures market, Simon quickly accumulated a lot of wealth for himself, but in fact, it also attracted numerous criticisms.

Now, the global entertainment, fashion, technology and other industries of westero have completed the preliminary layout. If these industries want to develop smoothly, they must give up.

Just like the pound crisis in 1992 in my memory, if cersei capital dares to short the pound as recklessly as Soros, it will surely make a lot of money. However, the British government may have nothing to do with cersei capital, but it can make other industries involved in the westrow system difficult to move in the UK.

The study was full of smart people. Raymond Johnston was not disappointed when Simon said that. Instead, he nodded his head with appreciation and turned back to the topic gently, saying: ”in this case, if you insist on starting two acquisitions at the same time and adopting the all cash strategy, it's better to introduce partners. This is not only the cash pressure, but also the resistance from other aspects A lot less. ”

”I've thought about it, ray. However, if MCA introduces cooperative capital, the two companies will certainly face asset valuation problems in the process of integration of MCA and Denise entertainment. Bell Atlantic is a good fit, but not necessary. After all, the introduction of partners, or to solve the financial problem, or both sides can form complementary technology or channels, but these are not what I need. Westero company can raise enough funds, Bell Atlantic itself also has a very strong technology and channel accumulation. What I need to face is the repayment risk of the loan in the future, but westero can bear such a risk. ”

Raymond Johnston felt the firmness in Simon's voice, shook his head slightly, and sighed: ”ten billion dollars of debt, Simon, your wealth is no longer comparable, so there is no need to take such a risk.”

Simon said with a smile: ”in fact, ray, everything is just the beginning for me.”

Raymond Johnston was stunned. He reached over and patted Simon on the shoulder. He was not persuading him. He said, ”well, you guys can talk for a while.”

When the old man finished, he was about to get up and leave first. Thinking of something, he said, ”one more thing, Simon, you and Jane should have a baby as soon as possible. Even if you two are too busy or want to enjoy the world of two and have no time to take care of your children, you can put them in Melbourne. Jennie and I will take care of them with her mother's help. ”Simon nodded and explained, ”Jennie and I really want to have a baby, but Jennie hasn't moved for more than half a year.”

Anthony Johnston asked without any hesitation, ”have you checked, I mean, physically?”

Simon nodded: ”I've checked it twice. It's all right.”

Because her stomach hasn't moved all the time, Janet, who is very resistant to the hospital, has had an examination with Simon in private.

Norman Johnston also expressed concern: ”maybe we can try IVF.”

Simon shook his head and said, ”Jennie and I are going to see if IVF is really safe.”

It's not convenient for a few big men to discuss this kind of thing too much.

Raymond Johnston sighed, got up from the sofa, stopped Simon and his two sons from trying to get up, and said, ”keep talking. I'm going to have a rest.” Then he passed Simon, but the old man patted him on the shoulder again and said, ”it's OK to play outside. Don't have anything to do with other women. Jennie will be sad. It's also a big trouble for you.”

Simon smell speech, expression some embarrassed, completely don't know how to answer, fortunately the old man didn't wait for his response left the study.

Anthony Johnston and Norman Johnston looked at Simon's expression, with a smile on their faces. Anthony said, ”don't mind, Simon. Dad has told us so about our brothers. If things happen to our family, it will be very troublesome indeed.”

Simon had to pick up the corners of his mouth and nod.

The three talked about the seventh TV network and telecom investment. It was not until 11 o'clock that they had a rest.