American Gossip King

Chapter 322 Even Stock Market Gurus Can Work

"Extra number! Extra number!"

"Ian Carl considers himself a poor man! He's probably so poor that all he has left is money!"

In the hotel, with Monica Bellucci's ample breasts as his pillow, Ian read the news and laughed.

He never expected that his casual joke would become another hot topic after the Saddam Hussein incident.

It's unbelievable that even a celebrity's fart is worth paying attention to!

Monica Bellucci wrapped her arms around Ian's neck, soothing him with all her tenderness: "Ian! Ian! You're so captivating. Has anyone ever told you that it's hard not to fall in love with you?"

Ian smiled and turned around, burying his face in that soft flesh.

He inhaled the fragrance, savoring the beauty beneath him, and replied, "Yes, most girls say that."

"Who else said that?"

Ian shrugged. "I don't remember their names. Most girls who get along quickly don't have much opportunity to develop feelings."

Monica Bellucci rolled her eyes, speechless: "I also achieved it quickly."

"You're different." Ian kissed Monica, accidentally touching her sore spot, and she winced in pain again.

Monica Bellucci gently shook her head: "I don't think you can handle two people at the same time in this situation."

"Two?" Ian asked, puzzled.

Monica chuckled: "Sophie Marceau, she's arriving in New York today."

Ian was taken aback: "Why is she here?"

Monica exclaimed, "Fuck! Ian Carl, you're the one who said you wanted her! I said so many good things about you to her... well, not too many, but she was so excited when she found out it was you, she even flew all the way from France. And you're asking me why she came?"

There was a hint of dissatisfaction in her eyes.

Ah!

I just thought she had something else on her mind.

I never expected they would actually send it from a thousand miles away!

Angelina Jolie even said she would give Jennifer Aniston to me, but I haven't seen her do anything about it.

Okay, they're different. Julie was after someone else's husband; they didn't actually have that much of a relationship.

The thing is, even if someone else sends a gift from afar, they at least flirt with them online, but I've never even spoken to Sophie Marceau.

This is not only because of the French people's "romance," but also because of Ian Carr's unique charm.

Ian quickly smiled apologetically, "I'm so sorry, honey, I've been really busy lately. When will she arrive?"

"Two o'clock in the afternoon."

Ian shook his head: "I have to discuss the JPMorgan Chase acquisition with Jamie Dimon and the others this afternoon, so I probably won't be able to pick her up."

Monica said gently, "It's alright, Ian. You have the right to make us wait!"

Ian smiled and nodded: "Thank you for your understanding."

As he spoke, he took two black diamonds from the drawer next to him and handed them over.

Monica shook her head repeatedly: "I don't want your money, Ian."

"It's just a small gift for you and Sophie. You deserve it," Ian smiled.

Unfortunately, you can't engrave a heart shape on a diamond.

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In the afternoon, Ian met with Jamie Damon and others as usual.

Jamie Damon gave him a hug and laughed, "I don't even want to congratulate you, Ian. This kind of thing is becoming commonplace for you."

Ian casually sat down to the side: "That's true, but it also creates enormous pressure. You know what? Every now and then, if Ian Carl doesn't make any big splashes in the news, people say he's resting on his laurels and not making any more progress. That puts a lot of pressure on me!"

Warren Buffett chuckled and said, "Ah, the pressure from public opinion is also a driving force for our progress."

Charlie Munger, who was standing nearby, said, "We've changed our minds, Ian."

"Hmm?" Ian looked at the two old men.

Warren Buffett said, "Berkshire Hathaway is going to invest in Carl Media! I mean definitely, that's the condition."

Ian remained calm. He turned to look at Sandywell, who smiled and said, "The Travellers Group is the same."

Jamie Dimon chimed in: "And then there's JPMorgan Chase. You can hold shares in JPMorgan Chase, but JPMorgan Chase also needs to hold shares in Carl Media!"

Ian calmly asked, "What will I get in return?"

Warren Buffett replied, "JPMorgan Chase, Travellers Group, and Berkshire Hathaway own stakes in many companies."

Ian understood.

He thought about it carefully for a moment, then said, "My requirement for Carl Media's future is to reach 100 billion within five years!"

All four nodded at the same time.

They have no doubt about that.

LANN is already worth tens of billions and continues to grow rapidly. FOX is also very profitable. With Ian's support, their progress has surpassed that of the past. With such strong momentum, the valuation of these two companies alone has reached 340 billion, and that is without any premium. Adding Sky Media, the total value has now reached about 440 billion.

For a normal share purchase, 600 billion is a friendly price!

No other acquisitions are needed. As long as Ian Carl continues his phenomenal reporting, Carl Media can reach a scale of 100 billion in five years at most... This is the calculation before it goes public. Once it goes public, it will easily multiply several times.

At that time, Carl Media will dominate the global media landscape, wielding immense influence.

That's why Warren Buffett and his team insisted on having a place at Carl Media.

To reiterate, what Ian values about Carl Media is its influence; as long as he has the power, the shares can be diluted.

Now everyone is optimistic about Ian Carr, and no one wants to take his power—News Corporation has sent a bunch of executives to assist Carr Media’s development, but no one dares to challenge Ian.

Even Rudolf Murdoch said: Your job is to develop this company well.

The latest novel is first published here!

Ian even sensed a hint: the aging Murdoch might consider formally merging News Corporation and Carr Media in the future.

After all, youth is Ian's biggest advantage.

In this situation, Ian's first step is to provide the potential future size of Carl Media in order to set a price.

And Warren Buffett and the others did not refuse.

Of course, if you really calculate it to 100 billion, then I'll have to calculate JPMorgan Chase to 100 billion too. Who doesn't use future valuation?

Therefore, acknowledging its future does not mean accepting the offer.

So Ian said, "I want Comcast. I suggest you acquire Comcast's shares and then complete the merger with Carl Media. This is the simplest and most efficient approach."

Comcast is a major U.S. provider of cable television, broadband internet, and IP telephony services. It boasts 2460 million cable television subscribers, 1440 million broadband internet subscribers, and 560 million IP telephony subscribers, making it the largest cable television company in the United States. Comcast is also the second-largest internet service provider in the U.S., after AT&T (American Telephone and Telegraph Company).

At its peak, it was projected to reach a market capitalization of 1800 billion, but later dropped to around 1500 billion.

Of course, all of this takes place 20 years after the original timeline.

Comcast isn't worth that much now; its market capitalization is only around $160 billion.

Don't be fooled by its market capitalization of only 160 billion; this company is capable of spending tens of billions to acquire other businesses.

Comcast's founder and honorary chairman is Ralph Roberts, who is hailed as the creator of America's largest cable television operator and a true master of capital operations.

Unlike Ian Karl, whose methods are utterly underhanded.

Their ability to increase their size tenfold within ten years is due to their powerful capital operations.

Just last year, they spent $475 billion to acquire AT&T Broadband, and next year they will offer $660 billion to acquire The Walt Disney Company, which will of course be rejected.

Ian had actually wanted Comcast for a long time, but further acquisitions would put him in a monopoly situation.

But now even George W. Bush has to rely on him for his livelihood, so the ceiling for monopoly has naturally been raised—ABC, NBC, CW, News Corporation, Associated Press... so many media companies are not mine, so what kind of monopoly is that!

There's another reason: he's Jewish!

He is not only the founder of Comcast, but also one of the co-founders of Viacom.

This is why he always has enough funds; after all, the Jewish people in the financial world will support him.

Acquiring Comcast means that Jewish influence in the media sector has diminished significantly.

Ralph Roberts prefers to buy other companies rather than be bought, which is why he needs the help of Warren Buffett and others, since they don't have any animosity towards Jews... and those who like mergers and acquisitions are always thirsty for funds!

Then things will be much easier.

He smiled at the four of them: "You can first become guests of Comcast, and then try to persuade Ralph Roberts. If Comcast is willing to merge with Carl Media, I can promise him the position of CEO of Carl Media, and you will naturally receive shares in Carl Media at a very fair price! I also like corporate mergers and acquisitions, but to be honest, I'm not that good at it. If Mr. Ralph Roberts becomes the CEO of Carl Media, he will receive the greatest support in this regard."

Ian is currently the chairman and CEO of Carl Media, but Ian Carl no longer intends to continue as CEO.

Unlike other companies that use higher prices to attract buyers, Ian Carl has always tried to persuade others by offering more power.

Of course, no one expected that Ian had never given up any power!

His prestige, his scandals, and even his killings are all important foundations for him!

At that moment, all four of them were stunned and speechless.

You're really good at giving people tasks!

Are you asking us to pay out of our own pockets to be your mole?

But who told you to say that I absolutely had to get shares in Carl Media?

This is the best and cheapest way!

If you want cheap prices, you have to work!

Warren Buffett: I could actually do without the cheap price.

But if you ask him to say that he invested in Carl Media with a valuation of hundreds of billions... well, even a stock market guru can have a job.