Rebirth of Hong Kong's tycoons, shorting Eagle Sauce

Schmidt contacted Intel, the processor giant in Silicon Valley, privately.

Speaking of which, Schmidt and Intel's founder Moore have some connections.

Founder Moore was once his boss, and the two worked together at the famous Fairchild Semiconductor.

Fairchild Semiconductor is the ancestor of most Silicon Valley technologies. After the eight rebels left, they established large companies such as Intel, Nvidia, and Sequoia Capital.

Moore is one of the core figures of the eight rebels.

He was also filled with emotion when he saw Schmidt, who was surrounded by people.

The assistant who used to be submissive in front of him has now become a big figure in the semiconductor industry.

Today, ASML's market value has exaggeratedly reached the 50 billion US dollar mark.

Schmidt, who was once abandoned by Philips, also rose with the tide and became a billionaire with a net worth of over 1 billion with his 2% shares.

The other party firmly controls the entire group with his old generals.

This additional share issuance is also a "palace drama" led by him.

Moore couldn't understand why Schmidt contacted him privately. After they left Fairchild Semiconductor, they didn't have much contact.

If they hadn't met at a semiconductor conference, the two would have almost broken off their friendship.

"Mr. Moore, this time I asked you to have coffee because of ASML's share increase."

"I, Intel, will definitely do my best."

But Schmidt shook his head and said:

"I hope you and your former colleagues will communicate and join forces to win 70 million new shares."

Moore instantly understood the assistant's thoughts:

"Do you want us to invest in ASML in the name of the Semiconductor Association and then help you stand up?"

Smith, whose little idea was exposed, nodded and explained:

"Teacher, ASML has always been controlled by Cayman Capital. The reason why it has not been able to make a breakthrough in the dry process is that it is limited by capital.

I also admit that Cayman Capital saved ASML, but I have deeply experienced it in recent years. I know that capital is a double-edged sword.

If ASML wants to truly surpass Peninsula Technology, it must take back control. "

Speaking of this, Smith smiled:

"Teacher, we are all from Fairchild, you will definitely stand on my side, right?"

Moore fell into deep thought and analyzed:

"Even if we help you get back 12.22% of the shares, plus the 4.4% of the shares held by your management, it is only 16.62%."

Smit shook his head again, and whispered:

"Don't forget that the Ross family's director Kembauer holds 13.15% of the shares."

Total, the total shareholding has exceeded 29.77%!

Moore immediately realized that this was a very dangerous number.

As far as he knew, Cayman Capital had been selling shares when the stock price was high in recent years. It held 35% of the shares before the new shares were issued, but it reached a historical low of 30.7% after the issuance!

In other words, as long as they work harder, their combined equity will be greater than Cayman Capital.

Moore couldn't help but look at Schmidt with a high opinion. Who would have thought that his former assistant would have such thoughts?

"Schmidt, don't worry, our Semiconductor Association will stand by you."

Hearing this, Schmidt was ecstatic. He realized that his plan had been successful for the most part.

As long as the eight rebels stood firmly on his side, he could use these shareholders to check and balance each other and achieve the goal of truly controlling ASML.

But when the legal increase in shares really started, it caught Schmidt off guard.

Microsoft, which was invited by Cayman Capital, also joined the competition for ASML.

Microsoft is the overlord of technology stocks and the monopoly of operating systems. Why are they here to join in the fun?

Gates, who was invited, was also confused at first. What is Cayman Capital thinking?

He is an operating system developer. What does the family affairs of the semiconductor industry have to do with him?

Robert immediately painted a big picture for Gates.

"Cayman Capital had never considered entering the semiconductor industry before. Do you know how much we spent to buy ASML?"

"I remember it should be 40 million US dollars!"

"Yes, do you know how much we made from this transaction?"

"ASML has been in a deficit, but in the financial market..."

Gates' heart began to beat faster, because according to ASML's market value, this is an astronomical figure.

"The exact number should be around 22 billion US dollars."

"Cayman Capital arbitrage more than 20 billion US dollars?"

Gates couldn't help but take a breath, you know, his net worth is only 20 billion US dollars.

Cayman Capital made 22 billion in this one in and out!

Gates immediately realized that this wasA good opportunity to increase his wealth again.

In recent years, global technology stocks have been soaring. Everyone knows how crazy the stock price will be if ASML really develops the next generation of lithography machines.

If he takes 15% of the shares, he will definitely make a fortune in the future.

"Why? Why do you want to give me such a good opportunity to make money?"

Capital is greedy, and Gates does not believe that there is love without reason in this world.

Speaking of this, Robert naturally showed an embarrassed expression:

"To be honest, our Cayman Capital's control over ASML has reached a precarious point. If we don't find a strong ally, we are likely to lose our absolute voice in the board of directors."

As a big entrepreneur, Bill Gates suddenly realized.

The conflict between shareholders and management is a common problem for large companies. Now it seems that ASML has encountered the same problem.

Gates immediately assured:

"Don't worry, as long as we successfully acquire shares in ASML, we will definitely stand on the side of Cayman Capital."

"Okay, then we have a deal!"

So this is why Microsoft made its debut in the private placement.

Smit immediately understood that this was Robert's response.

Microsoft has no foundation in the semiconductor industry and is not a member of the semiconductor industry.

If the other party is allowed to acquire shares, it will definitely not stand on their side.

Thinking of this, Smith was a little upset. Why, he had already made all the plans, but something unexpected happened at the critical moment.

Moore stepped forward to calm him down:

"Don't lose your composure, Smith. Don't forget that we represent the entire American Semiconductor Association. No matter how powerful Microsoft is, it is just a company.

It is still unknown who will have the last laugh."

Hearing this, Smith immediately calmed down and said sincerely:

"Everything is up to you, teacher."

"Don't worry, ASML's research and development of the next generation of lithography machines is crucial to our semiconductor companies. We will definitely support you to the end."