Reborn Capital Empire

Chapter 355 Disney and Universal

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"So you think the Iraq war will definitely break out?" Rebecca asked Guo Shouyun closely. ◢щЩш.suimEnG.1a

"No one can be 100% sure about the future. I just use my own judgment to think that the probability of war breaking out is high, and it's worth taking a gamble!"

"If you lose the bet...!"

"Let's talk about losing the bet, at least for now, I still win!" After a pause, "Get out of the car, we're here!"

Looking at the Taj Mahal Hotel covered by neon lanterns, Rebecca turned and said, "Are we going to stay here tonight?"

"Hmm! ... Ratan Tata's villa won't run, let's go and see it tomorrow! Oh, right. Rest early in the evening, and tomorrow we have to pay a visit to the Maharashtra State Electricity Commission."

"Yes!"

After saying goodbye to Rebecca, Guo Shouyun returned to his room. After checking the time and calculating the time difference, he first called home. Listening to the voice of the two little guys calling Dad in the microphone, the fatigue of the whole day seemed to disappear.

But after putting down the phone, Guo Shouyun still did not forget his work. When you are away from home, work is the best medicine to forget your thoughts and loneliness.

Considering the time difference of more than 12 hours between Mumbai and Los Angeles, Guo Shouyun called Buddy Morris without hesitation at nine o'clock in the evening.

"Boss, good morning!"

"Buddy, it's night in Mumbai!"

"Sorry, boss, I forgot that you were on a business trip in India!"

"It's okay. How's the asset-backed loan going now?"

"It's done, $5 billion will be credited within this week, and the partner is Merrill Lynch!"

After a reply, "I have sent the amendments to the fund application reports submitted by various companies to your mailbox."

"Yes. Boss, I've seen it!"

"That's fine, what's your opinion?"

"Others are okay, mainly Universal Studios and Matrix Media. Universal Studios suddenly added three themed areas, 'The World of Tomb Raiders', 'Harry Potter Magic Quest' and 'Pirates of the Caribbean Treasures', with hotels attached. , shopping street, the tourist area has increased by nearly 0 hectares, and the investment is nearly 4.5 billion US dollars. Coupled with the planned two Universal Studios in Singapore, Huaxia Jingcheng and Magic City, the matrix will invest in theme parks in the next five years. It will be over $9 billion. That's nearly double the total investment in Universal Studios that we last discussed."

"You don't think it's worth it?"

"No! Both Disney and Merlin Entertainment have proved that the theme park industry has a very bright future. Moreover, the larger the scale, the more prominent the revenue brought by the scale effect. But I think we should gradually expand Universal Pictures. The size of the city. Otherwise, it will bring a lot of pressure on the company's finances, and even affect the company's financial health."

Guo Shouyun nodded, and after pondering for a moment, "I also know that the accelerated expansion of Universal Studios will bring financial pressure. But you should also understand that if you want to catch up with Disney, you have to put in more energy. Said. Los Angeles Disneyland covers an area of ​​207 hectares and receives more than 20 million tourists annually; Orlando Disneyland covers an area of ​​12,400 hectares and receives more than 16 million tourists annually; Tokyo Disneyland covers an area of ​​780 hectares and receives more than 1.7 million tourists annually ; Disneyland Paris covers an area of ​​1,951 hectares and receives an average of more than 12 million visitors a year. Even the Hong Kong Disneyland that is currently under construction has 126 hectares.”

“In comparison, our largest Universal Studios Hollywood is only 212 hectares, Universal Studios Osaka is 54 hectares, and Universal Studios Orlando and Barcelona are similar. Small footprints mean that there are fewer tourist facilities and tours. The lack of facilities will reduce the stay time of tourists in Universal Studios in disguise and reduce the revenue of the studio. Therefore, Disney's ticket revenue only accounts for 0% of the total revenue, while ours accounts for 57%. In 2002, Disney’s four major parks have a combined revenue of more than $5.5 billion. And we, even if we count Universal Studios Osaka, which only holds a minority stake, is only $2.7 billion, which is only half of the other party’s.”

"Boss, in terms of scale effect, Universal Studios is indeed a lot worse. But Universal Studios and Disneyland operate in different ways. Universal Studios is based on commercial blockbuster scenes such as film and television, while Disney is based on landscapes, performances, and themes. Characters are mainly Disney culture. In contrast, Disney is more suitable for children's amusement, and Universal Studios is more suitable for adults to participate in. Moreover, too large scale is also a burden, such as Disneyland Paris, because Europeans resist American culture, plus Disneyland Paris built more hotels than needed, and the size of the park was too large. The Disneyland did not make money, but it is still losing money. We should take this as a warning."

“A theme park that is too large or too small is a burden. Therefore, I do not intend to make Universal Studios larger than Disneyland, but to increase the number of playable items and tour time for tourists in the park as much as possible. , which in turn increases our revenue levels. Of course this result could be achieved with a longer investment horizon, but I don’t want that.”

"Because we are developing, and Disney is also developing. I don't want us to always be left behind. As for the shortage of funds, if there is not enough money, we will raise funds. If there is not enough, I will continue to invest. In short, after five years, Universal Pictures will continue to invest. The city should not only surpass Disneyland in number. The number of tourists and income should also reach 75% of them! There are three pillar businesses of the Future Matrix Group: film and television, games, and theme parks. I invest in each of these three assets. Will not be stingy."

"I understand!"

Guo Shouyun's undeniable tone made Buddy Morris understand the big boss's determination.

"Tell me what you think of Matrix Media?"

"Yes! ... I think the integration of TV and TNT is appropriate. The TV network is a public TV station with comprehensive experience in news, entertainment, and sports coverage. And TNT TV, in our positioning, is a pay TV network, similar to Warner's HBO. Therefore, there is no need to keep the sports content affiliated with TNT. Integrating into the public television network and optimizing the allocation of resources will help improve our competitiveness in sports content."

"In addition, I hope the boss can agree to the channel division of the TV network. Moreover, only by separating news, sports, entertainment and film and television can a clearer and more detailed development plan be formulated. Continuing to mix together is not good for the public TV network. Expansion! Also, the NBA's broadcast contract with ESPN expires this year. I hope you can authorize sports to win the NBA's broadcast contract for the next three years."

After briefly thinking about it, Guo Shouyun said with a little surprise: "Buddy, why are you so positive about Matrix Media?"

"Boss. I believe you understand the importance of propaganda better than I do. Mastering a weighty media can not only guide the direction of public opinion, but also increase our influence on the political circle. The United States... is a 'democratic' country!"

Guo Shouyun certainly understands the importance of mastering public opinion channels. Last year in the gold market, Citi gave him a vivid lesson with its power in the media world. If it wasn't for his face-to-face bet with Citi to divert the public's attention, if it weren't for 9/11, he would have been defeated by Citi's continuous attacks.

"I have no opinion on the expansion of Matrix Media. However, the personnel integration within the TV station has just begun. Large-scale expansion of the business when the internal stability is not yet stable will easily lead to a waste of funds and energy."

"I agree with your concerns. But we can choose a single point of breakthrough first. For example, the sports channel has integrated TNT's sports resources, and we have the strongest strength in this regard. Strengthen the advantages first, and then reform the weak after the internal integration is completed."

After thinking about it, Guo Shouyun nodded.

"Well, since you think it's appropriate, it's up to you to execute it."

"Thank you boss!"

"Well! ... Buddy, don't put too much pressure on yourself. As long as you do your own thing seriously and complete the tasks I explained, you are the most responsible for me and the matrix!" Guo Shouyun's shirt said after a while,

"Thank you for your understanding. But the current matrix is ​​not what it used to be. As the EO of a world-class media company, countless pairs of eyes from inside and outside are staring at you. If you make a small mistake, you will attract criticism. This is not a big company. , I am a black man again, and the pressure is indeed a bit high. But don’t worry, I will customer service as soon as possible and lead the matrix to achieve greater development.”

"I believe in you. If you have any difficulties, remember to tell me as soon as possible."

"OK."

"I'm fine, you're busy!"

"Boss, good night!"

"Um!"

After hanging up the phone and briefly sorting out my thoughts, I opened my laptop, found the content page of the Matrix Group, sorted out the previous content in my mind, and recorded it in it.

As the boss ~www.wuxiaspot.com~ the latest moves of any of his companies are recorded in this Apple-made laptop. It is convenient for him to look up and give accurate instructions.

Afterwards, I made another phone call to communicate with the four directors of the Thunder Fund and Yu Fei, the director of the Mang Seed Fund, about the performance of oil and gold futures, and then went to bed near 11:00.

"boom…!"

Guo Shouyun just lay down for two minutes when a violent explosion suddenly rang in his ears.

In shock, he jumped up from the bed and looked around subconsciously. At this moment, Matthew, who was sleeping outside, had already knocked on the door and ran in.

"Boss, are you alright?"

Guo Shouyun was about to open his mouth when the sound of an explosion mixed with gunfire interrupted his next words.

"Terrorist attacks!"

The four words appeared in the minds of Guo Shouyun and Matthew like lightning.