Chapter 27: High-Stakes Investment

Zhang Chongan remained silent for a moment before responding.

"That's true, but you can't rely solely on gross profit margins."

A young man in a plaid shirt muttered, seemingly unconvinced.

Jiang Han continued his analysis. "Additionally, Kangjian Group holds the 17th position in the ESG ranking, second only to Huashan Pharma among pharmaceutical companies. That speaks volumes about its credibility."

He leaned forward slightly. "Recently, Xiamen University invested in this group, recognizing it as a leading enterprise in respiratory preparations with strong technical barriers. These factors make it a solid choice."

Hearing this, Zhang Chongan's expression shifted slightly. He hadn't expected Jiang Han, whom he had always seen as a carefree playboy, to possess such deep knowledge about Kangjian Group.

Even Su Qingyi, who had been listening intently, began scribbling notes in her notebook.

The young man in the plaid shirt scoffed. "Are you a spokesperson for Kangjian Group or something?"

It was common in stock exchanges for companies to plant fake investors who would try to manipulate public sentiment in favor of certain stocks.

Jiang Han rolled his eyes. He couldn't be bothered to argue.

Just then, an elderly investor, who had been listening, intervened. "Manager Zhang is our golden manager. His clients don't need to rely on such tricks."

The plaid-shirted man scratched his head in embarrassment. "Haha, I was just joking. Manager Zhang, what's your take?"

Zhang Chongan thought for a moment before shaking his head. "Between Kangjian Group and Lulu Shuanghe, I would still recommend Lulu Shuanghe. Jiang Han, I suggest you reconsider."

Jiang Han, however, was firm. "I've made up my mind."

At that moment, the clock struck 9:30 AM—the stock market was opening.

Without hesitation, Jiang Han walked up to the transaction window.

"Hello, I'd like to invest 10 million yuan in Kangjian Group, another 10 million in Nebula shares, and split the remaining funds between Chang Motor and Dragon Fish Holdings. Use five times leverage for all transactions."

The sales representative at the counter logged into Jiang Han's account, but the moment she saw the balance, her hands trembled.

10 million yuan in Kangjian Group—after applying five times leverage, it amounted to 50 million yuan.

And with all investments combined, Jiang Han was about to control 150 million yuan in the stock market!

The sales rep gulped. "S-Sir… are you sure about using five times leverage?"

Retail investors rarely played at such a high level. A client like Jiang Han usually operated from private VIP rooms, not the general trading floor.

Jiang Han simply nodded.

The sales rep hesitated. "Sir… Kangjian Group opened at its lower limit. Are you sure you want to buy it?"

Jiang Han glanced at the big screen displaying stock trends. The entire screen was drenched in red, signaling a plunge in Kangjian Group's stock price.

A small crowd had gathered in front of the screen, discussing anxiously.

"I can't believe it—Kangjian Group actually hit the lower limit!"

"Ugh, I should have sold it yesterday."

"I don't get it. Its ESG ranking is so high. Why hasn't it rebounded yet?"

Ignoring the murmurs, Jiang Han finalized his purchase and stepped away from the counter.

He walked towards the large stock display, where Zhang Chongan and Su Qingyi stood, both wearing serious expressions.

"You bought it?" Zhang Chongan asked.

Jiang Han nodded.

"I didn't expect Kangjian Group to drop to its lower limit at the opening!" Su Qingyi frowned, clearly concerned.

Zhang Chongan sighed. "If I knew this would happen, I would have stopped you from buying it!"

Even though Jiang Han was his junior, he had never seen him so stubborn when it came to investing.

Su Qingyi bit her lip, worried. "Did Jiang Han miscalculate this time?"

The young man in the plaid shirt smirked. "You should've listened to me. Instead of betting on Kangjian Group, you should've gone for Lulu Shuanghe."

He threw a knowing glance at the stock chart for Lulu Shuanghe, his confidence evident.

Several shareholders who had also invested in Kangjian Group looked dejected.

"Damn it, I should've gone with Lulu Shuanghe too."

"I still think Kangjian Group has potential… but short-term speculation is always risky."

Jiang Han, however, remained unmoved.

Instead of pacing around anxiously, he calmly pulled up a chair and sat down.

Seeing his reaction, Zhang Chongan frowned. "With the amount of capital you're handling, shouldn't you be more cautious?"

Jiang Han shrugged. "With my current capital, can I enter the VIP client room?"

Zhang Chongan sighed, still baffled by Jiang Han's calm demeanor. "I meant to tell you earlier—yes, starting tomorrow, you can trade from the VIP room."

Jiang Han nodded in satisfaction, crossing his legs as if he had no worries.

Su Qingyi and Zhang Chongan exchanged looks—Kangjian Group was tanking, and yet Jiang Han didn't seem fazed at all.

With five times leverage, any movement in stock prices was amplified fivefold. If Kangjian Group didn't recover, Jiang Han stood to lose millions!

Just as Zhang Chongan was about to lecture him again, a sudden commotion erupted in the trading hall.

"Holy crap—Lulu Shuanghe is surging!"

"Haha! It's skyrocketing!"

All eyes turned toward the big screen, where Lulu Shuanghe's stock price had suddenly begun to climb rapidly…

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