Chapter 148: Apple stock

Superhero copyright, even though it's sluggish right now, but looking to the future, it's all delicious!

In fact, the copyrights of a series of superheroes sold by Marvel have a useful life.

Under normal circumstances, it is 5~8 years!

This means that if the film company that has taken the copyright of the superhero within 5 years does not shoot the superhero movie in accordance with the contract, then Marvel can unconditionally take back the copyright of the superhero!

The copyrights of superheroes such as Iron Man, Hulk, Black Widow, and Fantastic Four belong to superhero copyrights with a certain authorized period.

but!

There is a saying: "Soldiers will come to block, and water will cover the earth." There are always more solutions than difficulties.

Is the age limit of 5 years?

If you don’t shoot, you can unconditionally withdraw the copyright?

Well, when the five-year period is about to expire, I will spend tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands of dollars to shoot crudely. What can you do with Marvel?

For example, in the original time and space history, Constantine Film Company, which owns the copyright of "Fantastic Four", has done this many times.

In short, since you Marvel sold the copyright without paying a certain price, then your copyright is definitely in my hands.

Well, even if it is rotten and moldy in the warehouse!

Not to mention Marvel's superhero copyright, it is related to other types of copyrights. The major Hollywood film companies basically adhere to this operation.

Of course, not all superhero copyrights have contract years!

For example, the copyrights of the "X-Men" and Deadpool series bought by 20th Century Fox, the copyrights of "Spiderman" bought by Zhu Ke, Venom, Dr. Octopus, etc. are all perpetual copyrights. In other words, as long as I don’t sell, you can’t help me!

Zhuke watched Kevin Fitch leave.

"Boom boom boom~!"

Before long, someone knocked on the door of Zhuke's office. The visitor is impressively Zhuke's chief assistant-Alexander Povich Sanali Sergey.

Well, this name is really long!

In fact, as a Russian-born Alexander, his name is considered normal among Russians. After all, the names of Russians usually include their father's name, mother's name, and even grandmother's name. If it is a married woman, the husband’s surname will be added.

"Boss!" Alexander said respectfully.

"Good afternoon, Alexander. You are here at this time. It seems that you have already done what I told you." Zhu Ke smiled.

"Yes, boss."

Alexander continued: “I have roughly checked the information about Apple’s shareholders, including several companies and individuals that have a large number of outstanding shares of Apple.”

Zhu Ke nodded: "There is no need to mention the information of Apple's various shareholders. After all, they are listed companies. You will find out after a little investigation. You can talk about those companies and individuals who hold a large number of Apple's outstanding shares."

In the following time, Alexander reported to Zhu Ke in detail.

At present, Apple's outstanding shares on the market total 38.9%, of which 5% to 12% are concentrated in the hands of investment institutions and enterprises, and the rest are owned by shareholders.

Among the 5% to 12% of non-voting shares, there are two more companies occupying the majority.

.......

One: National Environmental Protection Foundation.

The National Environmental Protection Foundation is a semi-official organization. As the name suggests, it is mainly engaged in the promotion and maintenance of environmental protection, and investment and financial management is also part of it.

It holds 2.7% of Apple's shares.

......

Second: Microsoft Corporation.

On August 6, 1997, Microsoft used US$150 million to purchase a large number of non-voting shares of Apple, accounting for 3%.

"Boss, the Apple stock held by the National Environmental Protection Foundation, was purchased as early as the early 1990s, when it purchased 4.9%. However, Apple's current situation is not very good. They have successively sold out in the past few years. Part of the shares, and the remaining 2.7% shares, they also intend to sell off."

Alexander is worthy of being a senior elite graduated from a prestigious school. In such a short period of time, he analyzed the pros and cons and saved Zhu Ke a lot of time.

"Starting from tomorrow, you contact the National Environmental Protection Foundation and say that I am willing to take over this $135 million Apple stock." Zhu Ke said.

Alexander nodded.

In fact, just as Alexander speculated, the National Environmental Protection Foundation did not hesitate to agree after learning that Zhu Ke was willing to buy the shares.

Who makes Apple's stock not good at all now? !

Even now, Jobs returns to Apple and assumes power, but almost a year later, the market share of Apple's products has been further reduced, the kind that cannot be contained.

There is no change in the value of its stocks.

Even if it weren't for the current Internet industry's general environment, which is sought after by all stockholders, Apple's current half-dead state, it is estimated that the stock has already fallen to a penny stock.

"Boss, if you give me another week, I have the confidence to lower the price down to 125 million US dollars." Alexander said solemnly.

Lower prices?

With 10 million dollars saved, what reason does Zhuke have to oppose?

Of course I promised him!

There is no doubt that in a short time, Zhuke will be able to acquire 2.7% of Apple's stock, even if it is only a non-voting stock.

however.......

Zhu Ke's acquisition of 3% of the non-voting Apple stock held by Microsoft was rejected!

Even if Zhu Ke stated: "Willing to pay 8% higher than the market price for the acquisition, Microsoft still has no heart."

Yes, Zhuke can directly buy Apple stock from the stock market, but a large number of acquisitions are not so easy, and will lead to further growth of Apple's stock. In combination, even if the average price is similar to the market price, it is very troublesome. Therefore, I chose to buy from Microsoft.

"Why didn't Microsoft sell the shares to me?"

Zhu Ke sat alone in the company and began to think deeply.

Time is passing bit by bit. I have to say that although Zhu Ke is still a layman with a sleek mentality, he has grown a lot over the past two years.

After thinking about it and analyzing the future with what I know, I roughly got the result.

"Microsoft bought 3% of Apple's non-voting shares, it was not for profit."

In fact, Zhuke was right.

The reason why Microsoft used US$150 million to purchase Apple’s stock was in exchange for Apple—abandoning the lawsuit against Microsoft for copyright infringement, and the built-in IE browser on every Apple computer in the future.

Perhaps more meaningful, Microsoft announced at the same time: continue to support its office series on the Mac version. And soon the Matosh software department was established. This measure reversed the situation that Microsoft's previous Mac version software was lagging behind the PC version. UU Reading www.uukānshu.com also allowed it to win several awards.

Of course, after Microsoft's goal was achieved, it later sold all Apple stocks it held.

I have to say, Microsoft is a bitch!

Microsoft successfully sold Apple shares before the dot-com bubble, allowing them to make a small profit.

"Hey~!"

Zhu Ke curled his lips and said: "The chicken thief's Microsoft! It seems that in a short period of time, it is impossible to take this share from Microsoft."

I adjusted my mentality: "It's okay. As long as you get a large stake before Apple is officially prosperous, it's completely OK. Don't worry now."

In the afternoon.

Zhuke left the company and took two future directors, Zach Schneider and Christopher Nolan, to the Chinese Theater in Hollywood. You know, today is the big day for the premiere of "Titanic".

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