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"I think we should have a better way of cooperating."

"For example, a share swap, or I could contribute 20 billion yuan to acquire 10% of your company's shares."

"The world is a huge circle. When your status and wealth reach a certain level, you will inevitably have to accept all of this."

"Believe me, this is good for both of us."

"I can tell you something: there are many people here who want to do this, but they don't have the status to do it, so they have to settle for second best."

"how?"

Cook said confidently.

In his opinion, Wang Donglai should be tempted by this offer.

A market capitalization of $200 billion, plus $20 billion in cash.

Only he, or Gates of Microsoft, could make such a demand.

However, Wang Donglai's reaction was not what he had expected.

"Major overseas investments, then poor management, bankruptcy, or being sold at a low price."

"This tactic is nothing new. I'm not particularly interested in either of the two conditions you mentioned."

Wang Donglai's decisive refusal once again disrupted Cook's rhythm.

"If I agreed to a battery price of one hundred dollars, I think all the shareholders would be furious and abandon me."

"Apple's product pricing is based on scientific principles. We cannot suddenly raise prices. Profit distribution has also been established over the years. Therefore, a price of one hundred dollars will severely squeeze the profits of other components and Apple itself."

"I think we need to renegotiate this price."

Cook was still reluctant to pay the $100 price.

Apple shipped over 200 million units last year, generating over 140 billion in annual revenue.

If we accept this price, it would mean paying Galaxy Technologies over 20 billion US dollars.

This portion needs to be factored into the costs, reducing their profit margin.

Therefore, Cook is unwilling to end this price.

However, Wang Donglai didn't want to get entangled with Cook anymore.

Xuanwu batteries have no shortage of customers; even if Apple doesn't buy them, someone else will.

Thinking about it, Wang Donglai's face also showed a hint of impatience, and he said directly, "I originally thought this was a high-value meeting and had high expectations for it."

"However, after our conversation just now, I'm a little disappointed."

"I think you should be very clear about the significance of the Xuanwu Battery, otherwise you wouldn't have flown here specifically for this purpose."

"I can also tell you very bluntly that whichever brand uses the Xuanwu battery will inevitably gain an advantage in the upcoming smartphone market."

"Apple can be arrogant and think that its consumers will always be loyal to the brand. We'll see."

"Within five years, Galaxy Technology will hold a monopoly on the technology patents of Xuanwu Battery, and I am very confident about that."

"I think you should be able to predict what will happen and what changes will occur in the market over five years."

“Price discrimination and market discrimination were not started by us, but by you.”

"I will not promote technology patent licensing, nor will I seek contract manufacturing. If you want Xuanwu batteries, you must accept my conditions."

"It's possible that prices will increase as time goes on."

"This is a new blue ocean market, and Xuanwu batteries will reshape many industries."

"Whoever can use it first will be able to lead the market and gain a market advantage."

"One hundred dollars is above the market price, but you still have the option."

After Wang Donglai finished speaking, Cook's face turned extremely ugly.

Seeing this, Wang Donglai did not continue to provoke Cook, but instead said, "Actually, a battery cost of one hundred dollars is a good thing."

"Better technology leads to better products, which naturally result in higher prices."

"How much of the global high-end market Apple phones equipped with Xuanwu batteries will capture depends on your company's marketing prowess."

“If the conditions are right, I can consider signing an exclusive cooperation agreement in overseas markets.”

As soon as Wang Donglai said those words, Cook's eyes lit up and he became excited.

What conditions are required to sign an exclusive agreement?

Wang Donglai smiled and said calmly, "An exclusive agreement is an exclusive agreement with a price; I need a share of the profits."

“That’s impossible!” Cook refused without hesitation.

Wang Donglai didn't stop there, and continued, "Due to production capacity issues, after prioritizing domestic brands, we will only select one overseas brand for authorization."

“And looking at the whole world, only Samsung and Apple can meet the requirements.”

"If your company does not agree, we can choose Samsung, or we can create a new brand."

"Actually, compared to Apple, Samsung has a greater advantage because Samsung has a very small market share here and will not pose much competition."

"When smartphones, smartwatches, tablets, and computers are all equipped with Xuanwu batteries, I believe it will drive a boom in the entire market."

"In addition, we will also supply new energy vehicle business simultaneously."

"Actually, compared to the automotive industry, the profit margin for smartphones is still too small."

"For a car to have a range of 1,000 kilometers, it would need 150,000 Xuanwu batteries. And given the development of the global automotive market, the profits from this are far greater than those from smartphones."

By this point, Cook understood perfectly well.

Wang Donglai was certain he had him cornered.

If Apple is unwilling to accept the price of $100, then Wang Donglai will cooperate with Samsung.

If Samsung is also unwilling to pay this price, then they will choose other brands, or even lower the price to supply the market.

Moreover, Xuanwu batteries are more compatible with the new energy vehicle sector.

A little-known fact.

Apple does have a new energy vehicle business, but its focus is on autonomous driving.

If the energy density of the Xuanwu battery were not so high, the technology would not be so difficult.

Cook is absolutely unwilling to adopt Chinese battery technology.

After a quick mental search, Cook had an idea.

“I agreed to the purchase price of one hundred US dollars for Xuanwu batteries.”

"However, I need to go back and discuss the exclusive agreement."

In such a big deal, although Cook owns some Apple stock options, his role as a professional manager is more significant compared to the rest of Apple.

Therefore, the shareholders must be notified of this matter, and their opinions should be taken into account.

Wang Donglai was naturally aware of this, but he didn't intend to give Cook time. "I believe that the head of Samsung in South Korea already knows you're here, and has probably already bought a plane ticket. He'll be here by tomorrow at the latest."

"Therefore, you don't have much time left. You should know that some opportunities, once missed, are gone forever."

At this moment, Wang Donglai was like a devil, constantly whispering in Cook's ear, tempting Cook.

Cook glanced at Wang Donglai and immediately understood what Wang Donglai was thinking.

"Embracing China is what a true capitalist should do."

"I think no one would doubt the speed of China's rise and its future development potential."

"We have the largest population and the highest level of education per capita in the world. As our economy develops, our consumption power will also rise accordingly, making this an important global market."

"Although Apple has entered our market, it has always maintained a certain level of restraint."

"This is not something a competent capitalist should do."

"We can speculate that when Apple's supply chain moves away from China, there are not many regions and countries that can accept it."

"I don't need to say much about the yield rate of Indian products. If we insist on having them do the manufacturing, I think it's like sounding the countdown to bankruptcy."

"As for countries like Annam, they may seem capable of taking on the task, but in reality, they are extremely dependent on our support, including but not limited to electricity, manpower, and technology."

"Only Chinese OEM manufacturing is your best choice. I think this point has been widely recognized."

"Speaking of which, I think you probably didn't conduct a public opinion poll in China."

"When you take those actions because of the digital services tax and the emergence of the HarmonyOS system, you have already lost a considerable amount of brand goodwill."

"Nothing in this world is irreplaceable. A single document can wipe out all of your company's assets and reduce all your market development to nothing."

"Even if we don't do that, I think you should be well aware of the lessons Samsung has taught us."

"Without a sound, a major national brand disappeared in the country with the fastest growth rate in the global smartphone market."

"As for your company's unique system and software ecosystem, there are alternatives, but the cost is too high."

"Businesses are profit-driven, and the Chinese market is an extremely important part of your company."

"Therefore, I simply cannot understand why you would resort to such measures because of a digital services tax."

Wang Donglai's words contained undisguised sarcasm and incomprehension.

Actually, there has always been a saying online.

The Bald Eagle Federation, which appears to be capitalist, is actually the least capitalist.

Upon hearing Wang Donglai's words, Cook's expression turned serious, and he changed the subject, saying, "I'm not very interested in these things."

"Right now, I'm only thinking about partnering with your company."

"You just mentioned the new energy vehicle sector. What are your company's terms for supplying Xuanwu Battery to new energy vehicles?"

Seeing that Cook had changed the subject, Wang Donglai didn't dwell on the previous topic.

"Cooperation in this area is very simple; it's just a pure business collaboration. We can leave it to our subordinates to handle."

Wang Donglai didn't care much about these specific business matters.

After all, Xuanwu batteries have no trouble selling!
"As far as I know, Masla is extremely interested in your company's Xuanwu battery technology, and the comparison in the aerospace field has also made many investors disappointed with Masla."

"As an old saying in your country goes, a struggle for interests is like a life-or-death feud!"

Wang Donglai was naturally aware of this situation.

Before GalaxySpace emerged, Masla's SpaceX was the world's most high-profile aerospace company.

Despite numerous launch failures, Masla persevered.

When he succeeded, investors came.

With one hand on new energy vehicles and the other on an aerospace company, Masla is like an outcast who has broken into the wealthy circles of the Bald Eagle Federation, completely out of place with everyone else.

Just like now, given the chance, Cook stabbed Masla in the back.

“I understand these things. Business is inherently competitive. I have confidence in Galaxy Technology and welcome Masla to launch better products so that we can work together to grow the market and advance technology.”

Wang Donglai acted very magnanimously, genuinely not taking the matter to heart, and truly believed it.

Cook saw that his little tricks had no effect, and a hint of disappointment flashed in his eyes.

And the next period of time.

Cook was preoccupied and naturally didn't have much to talk about. After chatting for a while longer, he took his leave.

Upon returning to his hotel, Cook immediately contacted the board of directors.

Whether it's the purchase price of Xuanwu batteries at $100, the signing of exclusive agreements, or the procurement of batteries for new energy vehicles, these all require decisions from the board of directors.

More importantly, if we choose to cooperate, what will happen to the measures that Apple has previously promoted?
The meeting started soon.

Cook first stated all the conditions that Wang Donglai had put forward.

As soon as he finished speaking, someone immediately voiced their opposition.

"One hundred dollars is too expensive; it's not a reasonable price at all!"

"Damn it, why can't we develop the Xuanwu Battery!"

"Do the laboratories we fund every year produce absolutely no results? If so, I think we should investigate whether their level is too low or if someone thinks we can just take our money for free."

"An exclusive agreement is a must, but profit sharing is out of the question!"

"Can we try other methods to find out the composition of the Xuanwu Battery R&D team? Who are the core technical personnel? Can we take some measures?"

Listening to what these people were saying, Cook felt a sense of helplessness and anger.

After waiting a while, and until everyone had finished speaking, Cook said with a serious expression, "I must solemnly tell you all that we cannot afford to lose the Chinese market!"

"Xuanwu Battery, we can't fall behind either!"

"If we lose the Chinese market, our global market value could evaporate by around 5800 billion, or even more."

“If we don’t acquire the Xuanwu battery, we will lose market share at a rate of 8% per year, or even more than 8%, possibly at an even faster rate.”

"We only have one option regarding China's digital services tax."

"We have no choice but to accept the price of Xuanwu batteries."

"According to our calculations, even after paying the 50% digital services tax, we still have a 13% net profit margin."

“Xuanwu batteries drive up costs, but through exclusive agreements, we can capture more market share. As long as shipments increase by more than 2%, we will still make a profit.”

"I have finished presenting my thoughts. Now it is up to you to make the decision."

"I'm still in Tangdu City. We don't have much time left. If we don't get a result today, Galaxy Technology will start negotiations with Samsung tomorrow."

When Cook dropped this news, everyone immediately panicked.

Allowing Chinese brands to use Xuanwu batteries will only affect Apple's sales within China, but if Samsung obtains the supply of Xuanwu batteries, it will affect global sales.

In just a moment, everyone made a decision. (End of Chapter)