In Tokyo, even the most fierce dragon is afraid of the hatchet

As a result, production and transportation became difficult for oil-producing countries in the Middle East, and international crude oil prices continued to soar, climbing to US$37 per barrel in just two months.

On the 10.7th.

Wednesday.

Osaka, Kyoto.

As per custom, managers of core conglomerates under the Sanwa Group, including Sanwa Bank, Nissho Iwai, Nippon Telegraph and Telephone, Nippon Cotton, Cosmo Oil, Kobe Steel, Sharp Corporation, Nippon Express, and Sekisui Chemical, held a meeting at the Sanshui Association.

But compared to the usual relaxed atmosphere, today's meeting had a heavy atmosphere.

Because Japan's overall strategic development in recent years has mainly been to promote the development of the manufacturing industry. It is precisely by relying on the heavy chemical industrialization route that it has firmly sat on the throne of the world's number one economic power.

The one-stop industrial chain including automobiles, petrochemicals, mining machinery, etc. has formed a closed loop of high-end technology.

But there are always two sides to a coin. The heavy industry and chemical industry routes are too dependent on oil, just like Nissho Iwai and Nichimen Shosha.

The company's core businesses are steel manufacturing, communications, liquefied gas, ceramics, rubber, etc. These industries are almost inseparable from energy demand.

But now, the Kuwait War broke out and the price of crude oil rose to $33 in just a few months.

Such a high price.

God knows how high it will rise in the future.

"If crude oil prices continue to rise, the costs will become unaffordable."

"But we don't know when the war will end. If it continues to expand and gets worse, everything will be out of control."

"There are only 20,000 barrels of crude oil left in the inventory."

"In addition, transportation in the Gulf region has been greatly affected, so we must prepare sufficient inventory."

"..."

Managers, tell us about the current predicament.

Oil is the blood of industry. Without sufficient reserves, development will inevitably be affected.

But the Gulf region is blocked by Iraq and crude oil imports have become difficult, which are big problems that need to be solved urgently.

But before that, due to the East-West Cold War situation, no one was optimistic about the future of oil, and Maruzen had had problems twice before, so the inventory was seriously underprepared.

But who would have thought that the energy crisis would come so suddenly.

suddenly.

Someone said: "I have a friend who holds a large crude oil position. The position due for delivery this month is probably millions of barrels of oil."

Nani?

All the major company presidents present were shocked.

He looked in disbelief at the follower behind the Japanese president of Seibo, Ida Yoko.

Being stared at by everyone, Nagano Nao showed an innocent look.

Ida Yoko had no idea what was going on and said in disbelief, "Nagano-kun actually has such a friend?"

"Well...we met by chance when I was on a business trip to the United States." Nagano Nao said with a simple face, using the skill of not avoiding eye contact, and loyalty overflowed from his eyes.

The president of Sekisui Chemical immediately showed excitement and said, "That's great. How is the relationship between Nagano-kun and your friend? Can you invite him to meet?"

This put Nagano Nao in a bit of a difficult position.

Because friends, it's basically something that is made up.

The reason why we found Goldman Sachs in the first place was to use Goldman Sachs' qualifications to set up a hedging account for spot and futures delivery.

After locking in the profit, part of the profit was transferred to the warehouse, and the other part was delivered in spot according to the procedure.

make money?

Seriously speaking, making money is of course faster in the futures market.

However, money is just a coordination tool and a symbol of social resource allocation.

The shadow of the oil crisis looms, resources are king, and money is of no use.

Just like now, when these guys saw me, they were shocked as if they saw their own father. That's enough to explain everything.

My heart blossomed with joy.

But Nagano Nao looked embarrassed.

"Well... Of course it's no problem, but my friend's time is very precious... So..."

Everyone here is a smart person.

Understand instantly.

"This friend of Nagano-kun must be a very outstanding person. Please help introduce him to someone. Please." The president of Riyan, Miyamoto Tsuneo, bowed deeply and handed over a blank check.

Nagano immediately returned the greeting and said very honestly: "Mr. Miyamoto, you are too polite. We are all brothers. This is Nagano's duty. Please take back the check!"

"Mr. Nagano's integrity and loyalty are truly admirable, but this matter is related to the major development of the consortium's strategy. Your friend must be a very important person. Only by treating him well can he feel our sincerity, so please be sure to accept the check, Mr. Nagano."

"Since Lord Miyamoto said so, I will accept it!"

"Thank you, Nagano-kun! I'll leave this matter to you!"

"Nagano has long since sworn to dedicate his soul to the consortium and promises to complete the mission!"

"..."

Chapter 281: Taking people’s money to eliminate disasters for them

The weather is just right.

The spotless blue sky and white clouds stretch as far as the eye can see.

Looking back, I feel cheerful and happy, basking in the sunshine, and it feels like another day full of energy.

With several presidents seeing them off.

Nagano Nao left Sanshui Club with a serious look on his face.

Looking at his back.

Several presidents of Sekisui Chemical, Nichia Trading Co., Maruzen Oil and Cosmo Oil got together.

"Nagano-kun is really amazing. He actually has connections in the oil industry!"

"Even the Sato family doesn't have such strength."

"It is really lucky for Sanhe that Nagano-kun can come to Sanhe. If we seize this opportunity, Sanhe may have a chance to surpass Mitsubishi and Mitsui!"

"Speaking of which, I have to admire your wisdom and foresight in foresight, Ida-kun. You were able to discover Nagano-kun's potential when he was not outstanding. It's really amazing."

Jingtian Heng was surrounded by people. When he heard these people trying to please him, he couldn't help feeling elated.

"You are all too flattering. Iida just happened to be here at the right time. An outstanding talent like Nagano-kun will show his formidable strength wherever he goes."

"Haha, Ida-kun, you are too modest. But no matter what, it is the fortune of the consortium to have a peerless dragon like Nagano-kun join Sanhe!"

"Yes! It's actually related to oil. It's exciting to think about it! As long as we have enough resources, we at Sekisui Chemical will definitely be able to seize more market share, and it will be very likely to surpass Sumitomo Ski and Mitsubishi Chemical."

"But all of this requires your attention, Iida-kun."

"As brother companies, it's too polite to say such things. Isn't it the original intention of Sanhe to take care of each other?!!"

"..."

Fifty years.

Two oil crises.

every time.

It’s a time for major reshuffles in every industry.

Not only will the heavy chemical industry be greatly affected, but the automobile, electricity, shipping and other industries will also be seriously affected.

Back then, Japanese automobile and Komatsu Manufacturing relied on fuel efficiency to overtake other American companies and beat them to a pulp.

So.

Nagano Nao felt a heavy responsibility and pressure on his shoulders.

"Master, will it be too heavy for Himiri and I to be together?"

"it does not matter!"

Hear this.

Only then did Hattori Anko sit down with peace of mind.

Then Kurata Himiri bit her lip and knelt down charmingly.

The two men pressed on him together, and Nagano Nao groaned, not knowing whether he felt good or couldn't bear it.

But this guy seemed to be enjoying the pain, and was obviously in pain and happy.

Don't tell me yet.

If a person really wants to learn something, he can learn it very quickly.

During these two days, Kurata Himiri and Hattori Anko got together to discuss with each other, and their massage techniques have improved greatly.

One rode on Nagano's back and pushed down hard along the meridians, while the other rode on his thighs and used a scraper to push open the tendons and bones.

Nagano Nao screamed in pain.

But when it hurts, there’s also a kind of indescribable sense of relief.

Pushing and pushing.

Kurata Himiri and Hattori Kyoko looked at each other.

The two of them smiled mischievously, supported each other, and had similar interests. No one knew what the other was thinking.

a long time.

Kurata Himiri and Hattori Anko came over after taking a bath.

Nagano smoked a cigarette, flicked the check in his hand, and said, "Afei, how much do you think is a good amount?"