Chapter 154: Creating a Powerful Weapon

In the office of Jiuding Securities, Jin Jiajun and Ai Leven waited respectfully for Xia Yu's orders, while Xia Yu looked at a piece of paper in his hand.

On the paper were the names and basic information of major companies in the Hong Kong stock market, which Jin Jiajun and Ai Leven had compiled as per Xia Yu's instructions.

After they had completed the records, Xia Yu would select some companies for initial investment, ensuring that the fund could be profitable. After buying stocks from these companies, the remaining funds would be used for free investment, allowing them to hone their skills and judgment.

Xia Yu held a pen and occasionally marked the paper. Jin Jiajun and Ai Leven, sitting below, eagerly watched, wondering which companies Xia Yu would select and if their opinions would align with his.

Soon, Xia Yu finished marking the paper, put down the pen, and pushed the paper to the other side of the table, saying, "Alright, take a look. I've marked the companies for initial investment. These represent good potential. Among these investable companies, I've also indicated the order. Buy according to the order without driving up the stock prices."

Jin Jiajun and Ai Leven nodded quickly and took the paper to review.

"HSBC, Hang Seng Bank, Henderson Land Development, Sun Hung Kai Properties, New World Development, Cheung Kong Holdings, China Gas, Swire Properties…" Jin Jiajun couldn't help but murmur.

For seasoned stock traders from the future, it would be immediately apparent that these companies are blue-chip stocks in the Hong Kong market.

What are blue-chip stocks?

Blue-chip stocks refer to those from companies with a stable dividend policy and good cash flow management. They are typically well-established companies with a long history of stable and high dividend payments.

Blue-chip stocks usually refer to large, stable, and established companies in traditional industries and financial sectors. The term "blue-chip" comes from Western casinos, where blue chips are the most valuable.

In the stock market, investors call stocks of large companies with a dominant position in their industry, excellent performance, high liquidity, and generous dividends blue-chip stocks.

Blue-chip stocks are from companies that are well-managed, have stable profitability, and consistently return profits to shareholders. Such companies are capable of earning profits regardless of the industry's boom or bust, making them highly suitable for investors.

Xia Yu's selected companies are all historically proven blue-chip stocks. Even if they are not blue-chip stocks now, they will be in the future.

Among them, HSBC is Xia Yu's top pick, which is why he placed it first.

Currently, HSBC's market value is just over 10 billion Hong Kong dollars, but forty years later, HSBC's market value surged to over 1 trillion Hong Kong dollars, increasing more than a hundredfold! If Xia Yu had not been reborn, he would not have realized HSBC's potential!

But now that he knows, he certainly wants to invest. HSBC is perfect for long-term investment! It can ensure the fund's profitability! Holding HSBC stocks also helps build a closer relationship with HSBC, which is highly beneficial for Jiuding Securities.

After HSBC, the best in the Hong Kong banking industry is Hang Seng Bank.

Next are the four major property giants. Even in the future, these giants will still be at the pinnacle of Hong Kong real estate. Investing in these companies is absolutely safe.

The remaining companies are also strong performers with high returns.

As long as Jin Jiajun and Ai Leven invest according to Xia Yu's selected targets, making a profit is guaranteed; the only question is how much profit!

"Ai Leven, have Wang Qi come over," Xia Yu instructed.

"Boss, I'm here!" Wang Qi entered and said respectfully.

"Wang Qi, the Huijin No. 1 and Huizhong No. 1 funds are about to start investing in stocks. I have selected the investment targets, but this is not a long-term strategy. The companies I've selected have varying returns. To achieve higher returns, you need to screen for higher-quality stocks."

"For long-term planning, you will also need to analyze other stocks in the future."

"So, we need a dedicated securities research institution. You are in charge of establishing a securities research institute, which should have a complete stock rating mechanism. It should not only guide our own investments but also provide external securities research reports."

Xia Yu thought for a moment and then spoke.

"Understood!" Wang Qi responded seriously, making a mental note of the task.

A securities research institute is not present in every securities company, but any large securities company will have one. This is a profitable business, analyzing the value of securities and factors affecting market prices, and providing documents with value analysis and investment ratings.

In addition to internal use, reports can be sold to other companies or individuals for a fee.

Moreover, having authoritative research can also serve as a powerful tool! It can intimidate competitors!

If investors and other institutions recognize Jiuding Securities' research reports, Xia Yu can use them to influence stock prices when he wants to short or go long on a stock! The more authoritative the report, the easier it is to influence stock prices!

Previously, Xia Yu stirred up the market with Jiuding Daily, but he was subtly warned by Zhou Rongchang, the chairman of the Kowloon Securities Exchange Board, forcing Xia Yu to pull back.

Now, with the securities company and the ability to establish a securities research business, Xia Yu can influence stock prices again, just under a different guise, but essentially the same.

If Xia Yu wants to short a stock again, he can have Jiuding Securities issue a research report, downgrade the stock rating, and then have Jiuding Daily spread the news to create a public opinion effect.

Such tactics were frequently used by Wall Street veterans in Xia Yu's memory, especially in shorting Chinese companies in his previous life.

Xia Yu is well aware of the effectiveness, which is why he plans to do the same in Hong Kong! Even though Zhou Rongchang will surely figure out Xia Yu's true intentions, Xia Yu won't be caught this time. Zhou Rongchang can only grumble while Xia Yu continues to stir the pot.

Therefore, Xia Yu is determined to build the securities research institute well. Whether he can earn more money or make it easier to earn money will depend on its authority!

"Also, the 4.9% stock in Cheung Kong Holdings should be held temporarily. When funds are lacking, it can be transferred to Huijin No. 1 Fund."

"Jin Jiajun, since the capital for Huijin No. 1 Fund is twice that of Huizhong No. 1 Fund, you will take over the Cheung Kong Holdings stock and increase it to 5%, then publicly announce it to secure a board seat in Cheung Kong Holdings. Understand?"

Xia Yu looked at Wang Qi and Jin Jiajun as he spoke.

"Understood!" Jin Jiajun responded solemnly. He had not expected that the company had 4.9% of Cheung Kong Holdings' stock, which required at least a third of his funds. The fact that Wang Qi controlled this stock, which he did not know about, made him rethink.

Considering the funds exposed during the Qingzhou Yingni Company battle, Wang Qi likely controlled more funds than he did. This made Jin Jiajun, who had just received 2 billion in funds and was slightly swollen with pride, calm down instantly.

"Go, and execute the tasks immediately."

After sending Wang Qi and the others away, Xia Yu opened a drawer and took out a red invitation.

"Hong Kong Charity Association-led charity auction?"

"In seven days at Sotheby's Auction House?"

"I don't have valuable items to donate, so I'll just contribute money."

Reading the introduction, Xia Yu murmured, his eyes showing a hint of contemplation.

"Hehe, then let's go. It's a good opportunity to experience an auction firsthand! Although I have many memories of auctions, I have never participated in one myself, so it's good to get a personal feel of what an auction is like."

"Moreover, I've just made such a splash. Everyone knows my company earned over a hundred million Hong Kong dollars. If I don't donate something this time, it'll be hard to shut some people up."

"And my home and office are rather empty, so I might as well buy some items to decorate…"