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These foreigners are really shameless, especially after John Bull slunk away, they tried every means to make money.
"In that case, I'll talk to Mr. William about cooperation," Long Zu said calmly, puffing on his cigarette.
"I'd like to know how much it costs to make a bento box and a loaf of bread at John's, and how much they can sell it for?" Long Zu said with a smile.
Williams' face darkened.
This is hardly a discussion about cooperation.
Isn't this just chatting about everyday things?
Chapter 410 Super Factory
"Dragon Ancestor, you're playing me! You're talking to me about cooperation and this is all you say? Do you really think I'm easy to bully?" Williams suddenly stood up.
But the Dragon Ancestor, completely unconcerned, pressed down on his wrist and said:
“Mr. Williams, please don’t be in a hurry. This is definitely related to the business we are going to discuss. And I’m being conservative with the figure of several hundred million US dollars. It could be as much as one billion or two billion US dollars. So please listen to what I have to say first,” Long Zu said with a smile.
Hear this.
Williams simply nodded, without saying anything more.
“At John’s, a slightly better branded bento box costs around two pounds. But a cheaper one is probably only one pound, and the cost is about fifty percent. As for the bread, divide it by two, and that’s their selling price and cost.”
Hear the words.
The Dragon Ancestor was greatly surprised, his expression showing utter astonishment.
Indeed, this was truly beyond his expectations.
He had assumed that prices in New Zealand were very high, but he hadn't expected them to be this high.
In 1982, one pound sterling was equivalent to nine yuan.
That means a bento box can be sold for 18 yuan.
A loaf of bread can sell for around 10 yuan.
What is this concept?
It's worth noting that the average worker's salary in Hong Kong is around 100 yuan, and in slightly less desirable factories, 70 or 80 yuan a month is considered normal.
Only in super factories like Longzu, with high welfare and high pay, can you earn more than 300 yuan a month, which is a pretty good wage.
For the average office worker, saving seven or eight hundred yuan a year is considered quite good.
You have to understand this era.
Whether in Hong Kong or mainland China, having ten thousand yuan is a very prestigious status.
In this era, the fact that the other party was able to sell it for such a high price is almost indistinguishable from what it would be 20 or 30 years later.
but……
Considering the extent of John Bull's success and his role as the leader of the First Revolution, it's not surprising.
“Dragon Ancestor, please say whatever you have to say,” Williams said calmly.
He also had some doubts about whether there could be a way to make money in such ordinary little things.
If it were that simple, how come no one else would have thought of it?
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However, the Dragon Ancestor simply waved his hand and said with a smile:
“Mr. Governor, I think you have really misunderstood me. As you know, I have many factories in Hong Kong, and I also have many factories in mainland China. We can produce bread, cakes, and bento boxes. If, as you say, the cost of a good bento box is between £0.9 and £1.1, and the cost of a good loaf of bread is around £0.5, then I can tell you that I only need £0.1 to produce a loaf of bread, or even less.”
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“Even if it were compared to the best bread from John Bull, I believe it wouldn’t cost more than £0.3. Similarly… the same goes for bento boxes and cakes.”
"The Dragon Ancestor said with great confidence."
You should know that their Rabbit Country is a vast country with abundant resources and low prices.
In particular, their labor costs are relatively low.
Even after deducting all costs, the Dragon Ancestor could still make a fortune.
Suddenly.
Upon hearing this, Williams was stunned, staring at the Dragon Ancestor in disbelief and asking, "Are you serious?!"
The other party's attitude is unfair.
Chapter 411 A steady stream of water
The Dragon Ancestor was not particularly surprised.
After all, anyone else would be just as shocked.
With such high profit margins, who wouldn't want to make money?
Long Zu chuckled and said, "Mr. William, of course, I have no reason to lie to the Governor of Hong Kong."
Long Zu could clearly feel that the foreigner sitting opposite him was breathing rapidly.
His eyes revealed a hint of desire for money.
“Dragon Ancestor, how much ‘933’ can you provide? If it’s just a little bit, I don’t think we need to talk.” Williams knew that if he were to engage in this kind of international trafficking business for a little profit, firstly, he would be taking on considerable risks, and secondly, the profits would be meager.
For someone of his status, this deal wouldn't be worthwhile.
Upon hearing this, the Dragon Ancestor revealed a faint smile.
He knew the deal was done.
"I have as much as Mr. William wants!"
"Moreover, I sell all the good bread to Mr. Williams at £0.3 to £0.35 per slice. As for how to sell it and how to cross international borders, I think Mr. Williams has his own ideas."
The Dragon Ancestor did not intend to do such an international thing himself.
After all, he only reigned supreme in Hong Kong.
John Bull doesn't have much influence.
If we really get targeted by the local bullies...
I'm afraid I won't have much of a good time either.
It would be better to just resell it at a low price. Anyway, I'm confident that I can produce a loaf of bread for 0.2 or even 0.25 pounds and sell it to Williams.
In this case.
The profit margin is as high as 50%.
It looks like very little.
Actually, 100 pieces would cost ten pounds, which is about 90 yuan.
That is to say, each slice of bread sold.
The Dragon Ancestor earned one dollar.
Although it seems like very little.
but……
A steady, long-term approach is key. After monopolizing the other party's market, there's more to it than just bento boxes and bread.
Once this relationship is established, you can earn one dollar for a bento, one dollar for bread, and one dollar for snacks.
If you add it all up bit by bit, it could add up to hundreds of millions over a year.
Moreover, he only took the smaller portion.
Williams is the one taking the lion's share.
Even if the other party sells it cheaply, the profit from it is still much greater than his.
It's clear that Williams understands this principle as well.
But why did the Dragon Ancestor give him so many benefits?
He felt a sudden sense of unease.
After all, although he could control the young man in front of him, the other party's financial resources and strength were actually quite considerable.
If the Dragon Ancestor doesn't consider the consequences, Williams won't have a good time either.
“Dragon Ancestor, just tell me what you want. Since we’re going to cooperate, let’s cooperate to the end. Don’t have any disagreements. Just tell me what you need.” Williams understood the rules of business very well.
Since the Dragon Ancestor was willing to give up the greatest benefit to him.
How could I not have any ideas?
Business people are often the most shrewd.
Even this short, mule-like young man who was doing business midway through his journey was the same; he saw how cooperative the other party was.
Long Zu chuckled and handed him a Cuban cigar.
"Mr. William is very straightforward. I don't have any demands, but I would like Mr. William to refrain from interfering in so many matters in Hong Kong in the future. I believe that with Mr. William's position, he can certainly command the other two officials in Hong Kong, whether in business or triad affairs. I believe I can handle it, so please do not interfere, Mr. William."
Chapter 412 Slapping Yourself in the Face?