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It actually doesn't cost much to set up a TV station. Even if it loses money, it will lose tens of millions of yuan every year. The biggest cost comes from employees' salaries and welfare expenses.

This loss is nothing compared to the 1.3 billion super market.

If given a choice, Murdoch would rather continue to lose money and gain a foothold in the mainland market. But the problem now is obviously not whether to lose money or not, but the policy level is restricted.

Zhou Buqi was not very satisfied with his request. The price of US$350 million was too high.

Mr. Li, the head of the Chinese Cultural Industry Investment Fund, his name is Li Gang, and he is an important figure in the media industry in Shanghai. He didn't expect Boss Zhou to be so caring. He thanked him profusely on the phone and said he would pay him a visit when he had time.

Zhou Buqi asked: "How much money do you have there?"

Mr. Li said frankly: "2 billion has been raised, but part of it has been set aside. This transaction... is best controlled at around 1 billion, with a maximum of no more than 1.5 billion."

"Differs greatly."

"yes!"

"What's the price the middleman quoted you?"

"For $450 million, there's no way this is going to happen."

Mr. Li was very embarrassed, very embarrassed. It was really difficult for a clever woman to make a meal without straw.

What is the value of Star TV to the domestic TV industry? What's the point of spending so much money on a bunch of junk? The only value of his purchase of Star TV was to shut down Star TV and exclude foreign investment from important media fronts.

Zhou Buqi could understand him, "The gap is indeed huge. I just talked to Murdoch and his offer was US$350 million."

"Ah?" Li Gang was somewhat surprised, "Thank you, Mr. Zhou! Thank you!"

Zhou Buqi downplayed, "I think there is still room for price reduction, but even if prices can be reduced, your 1.5 billion yuan budget is far from enough. The strategy must be changed."

Li Gang sighed, "Yes!"

Zhou Buqi smiled and said, "Joint ventures are a good thing."

What should I do if I don’t have enough money?

Then instead of acquiring 100% of Star TV, acquire part of the shares and turn Star TV into a joint venture. It doesn't matter if there is foreign capital, as long as the control is firmly in the hands of our own people. Many industries do this, such as the automobile industry, the insurance industry, and Disneyland.

Domestic Disney parks have been criticized a lot. Many people also found that many foreign Disney parks have unreasonable demands that are not available in China, and they are very dissatisfied and cursed Disney for bullying the Chinese.

In fact, Disney has wanted to open a Disneyland in mainland China since the 1990s. When trying to promote this project, there was great resistance. In addition to the high investment, there are also social security risks.

This kind of place, where thousands or tens of thousands of people gather at every turn, is prone to big troubles once trouble breaks out. How can it be controlled by foreign capital?

Not to mention foreign investment, private investment is not enough.

Fortunately, after Robert Iger came to power, he made substantial concessions in order to maintain friendly relations with China. In the Disneyland project, Disney is only a minority shareholder, and state-owned assets are the actual controlling party. The main way Disney makes money is through brand licensing fees.

But the problem came again.

It is easier for other industries to cooperate and promote reforms through joint ventures. Can the TV station industry do this? This is an important front for media promotion.

Li Gang said: "I have also had the idea of ​​​​buying 51% or 52% of the shares and getting control. However, I am still waiting for the approval of the relevant departments, and the reactions from all aspects are relatively positive. I think This road can be opened.”

Zhou Buqi was a little irritated. He didn't want to get involved in such a complicated matter and said, "That's it. News Corporation's television industry is all over the world, and Star TV is just a small and insignificant TV station they operate. You have been working on it all these years You work in the magic city, right?”

"Um."

"The Oriental Channel in Shanghai will eventually go overseas, right? At least expand its TV signals to overseas markets and provide content services to overseas Chinese."

"You mean..."

Li Gang understood what he meant immediately.

Zhou Buqi said: "It is beneficial to maintain a friendly cooperative relationship with News Corporation. CCTV's overseas channels have started to develop, and then high-quality local satellite TVs will eventually have to go global. Maintaining the joint venture relationship between Star TV and News Corporation, It can bring more long-term value to Shanghai’s publicity and media work.”

Li Gang took a deep breath, "Mr. Zhou's ideas pointed us in a new direction."

Zhou Buqi didn't want to get too involved in this, so he quickly said: "What direction can I point out? Xu Baihui asked me to help, and I just provide you with some reference opinions. It's up to you to decide whether it works or not. I listen to Murdoch. It sounds like he is not willing to give up a large market with a population of 1.3 billion. If we adopt the joint venture model, I believe we can further lower the price and everyone will be happy."

…

After chatting for 10 minutes, Zhou Buqi had completed the task of mediating.

He doesn't plan to get too involved either.

Next, it’s time to rest.

The next day, he set off for Hawaii to reunite with his family. Hawaii has a very good climate, with constant temperatures throughout the year, making it very suitable for vacations in cold winter and hot summer.

Zhou Buqi will stay here for 5 days and then go to Dubai on July 2.

My sister Zhou Nan also came, along with Jiang Bingjie, Li Xinwan and Dili Reya. After these girls have financial backers, they no longer want to fight for acting opportunities. They can do whatever the company arranges for them. I usually just eat, play, and enjoy life more comfortably, and I feel a bit like Zhou Nan is following his lead.

However, there are too many beauties in the family, and it is really inconvenient for everyone to go to the public beach to play together.

They are all wearing bikinis, but Zhou Buqi is not so generous.

It would be even worse if someone photographed it and posted it online.

Fortunately, Senior Sister Zhen Yu had already made arrangements and rented a private island here with 4 private beaches, 1 private port and 2 villas.

The monthly price is $120,000.

Six nautical miles away from here is the famous island of Lanai. The owner of the island is Larry Ellison, the boss of Oracle. He spent US$610 million to purchase it, making it the most expensive private island in the world.

Why did he spend so much money on a private island?

The reason is probably the same as Boss Zhou.

Larry Ellison's private life is much more romantic than Zhou Buqi's. Surrounded by beauties, he changes his style one after another. It would be safer and more private to build a private island to go on.

On this day, Zhou Buqi was sunbathing on the beach. When he saw his sister trying to swim into the depths of the sea, he gave a stern warning and shouted: "Don't go so far! Come back!"

Zhou Nan waved his hand from a distance and said with a cheerful smile: "Brother, come on! This is shallow sea, it's okay!"

"Not even Asami, come back!"

Zhou Buqi was very cautious about this, took off his sunglasses, stood up and shouted loudly.

Others don't know, but as an industry insider, he is very aware of the vagaries of the sea. Baidu's former chief financial officer was on vacation in Hawaii with his wife and daughter. Suddenly a big wave came and he drowned to save his daughter. At that time, this caused a great shock in the domestic Internet circle and made many people sigh with regret. .

Zhou Nan was called back by her brother and was very dissatisfied, "Brother, you can't swim in the sea when you get to the beach, so what's the point?"

"Too dangerous."

"It's not dangerous. This is shallow water, only two or three meters."

"It's not even two or three meters deep?" Zhou Buqi glared at her, "The water is so deep and you don't even have to wear a life jacket. What do you want to do? Rebellion?"

Zhou Nan was almost furious, "Don't you always wear a bikini when you go swimming at the beach? Who wears a life jacket?"

Zhou Buqi said stubbornly: "If I say no, it won't work. No one can. Just walk along the beach and soak in the water. You are not allowed to swim deep. Your swimming skills are not good in front of the sea." Let’s take a break.”

Zhou Nan pursed her lips, very unhappy.

Wen Zhixia walked over from the parasol next to her and said with a smile: "Nannan, your brother is right, safety comes first when you go out to play. There is a shallow sea coast of more than 100 meters wide on Lanai Island, and the water depth is also It’s just over one meter, just below the shoulder level. As long as you don’t swim more than a hundred meters away, you’ll be fine. Let’s go there next time.”

Zhou Nan's eyes lit up, "Really? Why don't you go this time?"

"It was booked."

"Brother, would you like to buy an island too?"

"Not buying."

Zhou Buqi doesn't join in the fun.

Zhou Nan was dissatisfied, "Why are you so stingy?"

Zhou Buqi explained: "This is Hawaii. There are so many tourists and so much attention. It's so eye-catching."

Zhou Nan said: Regular sunbathing is good for your health.

Zhou Buqi said: "Go back and build a mansion on Lanai Island. Then if you want to go on vacation, book the beach in advance. That's enough. Don't make it too exaggerated. Hawaii is a tourist destination in the world, and everything can change." Becoming the domain of wealthy private individuals? This is unfair to people all over the world. Let’s go, I’ll take you swimming!”

Zhou Nan immediately became excited and very happy, "Really?"

Zhou Buqi wanted to make his sister happy, but he still said seriously: "I have agreed that everyone should hold a life preserver and cannot cross the line. They can only play within the range I require."

Then, he dragged a few beautiful girls into the sea to make waves.

It's a pity that my sister is present, otherwise it could be more romantic.