In the process of listening to John Craven's report, when it was confirmed that the British government would no longer be the largest shareholder of BP through this large-scale sale of BP shares, or even withdraw from the ranks of shareholders of BP, Gao Xian showed a knowing smile on his face, because Kuwait Investment Authority had a real opportunity to seek control of BP, Finally.
Regardless of whether the secret plan will succeed in the end, a toss such as buying and selling will certainly make Gaoyi profitable.
"It is very necessary for Morgan Jianfu to improve its relationship with the British government by underwriting BP's shares. Gaoyi and Deutsche Bank will certainly support your work." Sir Gao made his attitude clear and promised that he would personally contact big men of Deutsche Bank such as Alfred herhausen to escort John Craven's new official after he entered Morgan Jianfu.
"How much share does Morgan Jianfu underwrite in order to achieve the best balance between government relations, market risk and commercial income?" The potential compensation or counterclaim risk of the injured party in the Guinness trading scandal has made it difficult for Morgan Jianfu to sleep and eat. John Craven, who knows that Morgan Jianfu's own capital is really limited, must be more concerned about the commitment of specific figures.
It is said that the current situation of Morgan Jianfu can not be changed rapidly with the appointment of the new CEO John Craven.
It is true that Morgan Jianfu's most successful asset management business is in charge of about $20 billion in assets, but those are the assets of customers such as the royal family, and Morgan Jianfu only earns commissions.
As for the M & a business that is in the limelight and broke into the disaster of the Guinness trading scandal, it is also earning commissions to a large extent. If there is enough self owned capital, it will not use the tricks of manipulating the Guinness stock price. To put it bluntly, if you don't have enough money, you have to pull your head. With more people involved, the probability of revealing your secrets will certainly increase sharply!
"Morgan Jianfu will certainly be able to sell the 1 billion pound BP stock, and will ensure a low profit." Gao Xian thought, "well, I'll introduce you to a consultant from Gao Yi."
Speaking of this, Gao Xian told me very seriously, "we must pay attention to everything about this network resource and keep a low profile."
John Craven immediately understood that the man mentioned by Sir Gao must have a big background. When he heard Neil Bush's name and information, he also confirmed his guess.
At present, the savings and loan banks in the banking circle of the United States are in crisis and almost rotten. Anyway, it is in line with the arrogance of Wall Street. Neil Bush's appointment as a director of Silverado savings and loan bank in Denver has provoked a lot of coquettish, and his father, American vice President Bush, is passive.
After Gao Xian fished out Neil bush, he arranged to go to London to do the so-called consultation related to the Bank of England and the Middle East oil, and the effect of helping the Bush family avoid the domestic storm in the United States is wonderful.
According to Sir Gao's instructions, John Craven found Neil Bush and directly explained his intention. Morgan Jianfu wants to underwrite part of the shares of BP in the hands of the British government. How much can you buy from your customer relationship?
Neil Bush replied with a smile that if the price is right, a billion dollars is no problem.
John Craven was surprised. What customer has such a good appetite?
Neil Bush replied with affectation that the local tyrants in the Middle East have too much money to worry about how to invest. Moreover, the oil industry is their source of wealth, and it is natural to be interested in BP.
John Craven naturally didn't give it for nothing. He tasted that there might be factors other than commercial interests, so he tried to say that there would be no other trouble. Now Morgan Jianfu can't stand the toss. He also hopes to help the British government underwrite the shares of BP to improve the relationship between the British government.
Neil Bush doesn't care. Morgan Jianfu has nothing to worry about. You don't know what other troubles you call now. Who are those BP shares sold to, not for sale? Where do customers buy it, not?
John Craven suddenly woke up. Isn't it? Why do I inquire so much curiously? It's not better to find the uncle who is willing to accept the offer than anything? If something really happens at that time, I don't know!
At this time, Neil Bush leisurely added that if there is any dissatisfaction with the Zhengfu government, you can just push the mistake to the securities trading department. I heard that Morgan Jianfu's securities business is not very good. There is an excuse to cut off hundreds of staff expenses. Morgan Jianfu's profitability will be greatly strengthened and can definitely sell at a good price
John Craven waved his hand in fear. It seems that the prince knows a lot, but he can't say it so early!
In short, since Neil Bush has promised that his Middle East tyrant has an appetite of at least $1 billion, the potential risk of Morgan Jianfu helping the British government underwrite BP's shares can be controlled.
Next, John Craven visited Deutsche Bank and knew it better and better.
After such intensive arrangements, John Craven visited the British Chancellor of the exchequer Nigel Lawson again with confidence. He sincerely said that if the quotation of the government was in line with the market situation, Morgan Jianfu was willing to underwrite BP's shares of 1 billion pounds, and may increase it according to the specific situation. As for the Commission, Morgan Jianfu only wants to keep the balance of revenue and expenditure of the securities business department in this operation.
To put it bluntly, Morgan Jianfu promised that this business would add a beautiful political achievement to the British government, and then help canvass votes. As for whether the British government took Morgan Jianfu as a template and asked other investment banks to follow similar conditions, Morgan Jianfu didn't care. Anyway, in order to improve the relationship between the government, he knelt and licked it.
Glen Lawson's face completely calmed down. Without the posture of taking care of Morgan Jianfu, he casually praised Morgan Jianfu. Morgan Jianfu changed the new management. It's really different. John Craven still has a good leadership.
Since No. 10 Downing Street is no longer unhappy with Morgan Jianfu, as a logical step, the Bank of England, the Central Bank of England, is no longer picky about Morgan Jianfu.
Now the Bank of England is under the control of the British government. There is no so-called independence, including interest rates, that does not listen to the orders of the government. To a large extent, its face changes with No. 10 Downing Street.
John Craven hit the snake and began to wonder whether Morgan Jianfu should find a way to resume his seat on the Council of the Bank of England. After all, this is also a chip. When Morgan Jianfu sells to Deutsche Bank in the future, he will have more benefits.