Chapter 387: Buying McDonald's

Chen Yang initially didn't understand why Yexin, who was already wealthy, still worked so hard to make money in the stock market. Only later, when he went to invest in Xinan City, did he realize they were like-minded, both paving the way for their significant other's political future.

Of course, that's a story for later.

At that moment, Chen Yang was extremely dissatisfied with Yexin's behavior; he hung up and went back to bed to continue sleeping.

This time he slept until the afternoon before waking up.

He checked his phone and found that Yexin hadn't used the phone bombardment technique; instead, Lin Wei and Qi Yunxiang each had several missed calls.

Chen Yang first called Lin Wei.

"Honey, I just woke up; what do you need?"

"Hubby, the vegetable greenhouse project here is ready to launch; I wanted to ask when your first round of funds will be in place."

"Wait a couple of days! I overslept today and haven't sold the stocks yet. You can first contact the material suppliers for the greenhouse base and lock in the prices."

"Alright, I'll get busy now and we'll discuss the details later when I'm back."

After Lin Wei hung up, Chen Yang called Qi Yunxiang back.

"President Qi, is there something urgent you need me for?"

"President Chen, I just wanted to ask how long the heat in medical stocks can last, so I can work out a detailed investment plan on my end."

"Before the pandemic ends, the heat in medical stocks will continue. But no matter which stock, once it reaches a certain level of heat, it will pull back. You need to make an early judgment."

"Okay, thanks for your guidance."

"You're welcome. Tomorrow I might need to liquidate my Yuncheng Bio shares to raise funds for my wife's vegetable greenhouse project. I hope you can help coordinate."

"No problem!"

After finishing his talk with Qi Yunxiang, Chen Yang began reviewing yesterday's U. S. stocks.

He glanced at the medical sector and found that, aside from the GS Science stock he had bought, other medical stocks had modest gains, the highest being only ten percent.

So, barring any surprises, GS Science's stock price will definitely pull back tonight.

Considering the fund's activity level, the chance of it returning to eleven dollars is already slim.

Since the upside for medical stocks in the U. S. market is limited, Chen Yang could only turn his attention to other sectors. He finally settled on McDonald's, the fast‑food giant in the Beautiful Country.

After McDonald's posted a quarterly loss in January, its share price has been in decline, now at seven point five dollars. However, over the next few months the price will begin a rapid rise that could last as long as seven years.

Such a quality stock is the best choice for Chen Yang, who dislikes staying up late.

Chen Yang thought it over and still called Yexin.

"Sister Yexin, I plan to buy McDonald's stock tonight. Its price may not see a big short‑term rise, but I'm optimistic about the company's future prospects. If you're interested too, you can buy some."

"You little brat, can't you find me a stock that can make big money quickly?" Yexin, hearing that McDonald's wouldn't have huge short‑term profits, felt a bit disappointed.

Chen Yang replied impatiently: "Big sis, buying a stock with potential doesn't require constant monitoring—wouldn't that be good?"

"It's good, it's just that you made so much last night, yet here I am seeing my gains shrink—this gap is too big, right?" Yexin complained unhappily.

Chen Yang told her: "The faster a stock rises, the greater the risk. With GS Science, everyone rushing in is actually betting on that uncertainty. Unfortunately, most of the truth turns out to be harsh."

Yexin, also a seasoned big player in the domestic stock market, could naturally grasp this reasoning.

"Since you're so bullish on McDonald's, I'll buy it together with you tonight!"

After discussing, Chen Yang prepared some food, then drove to Old Hundred Meat Industry Limited Company to hold an epidemic prevention mobilization meeting.

The epidemic in Qingshui City is temporarily not severe, so the company's employees definitely won't pay attention. Only if Chen Yang personally conducts the mobilization will they raise their vigilance.

You should know, Chen Yang was the earliest promoter of epidemic prevention in all of Dongjiangsheng. If his own employees were infected with the S virus at this stage, he would be laughed at by his peers for years to come.

After the meeting, Chen Yang returned home. As usual, after preparing dinner for Lin Wei, he focused all his attention on the computer.

After the U. S. stock market opened in the evening, Chen Yang, just like the previous day, quickly bought McDonald's shares at an average price of eight dollars, acquiring seventy‑eight million shares.

Under Chen Yang's frenzied buying, McDonald's share price surged rapidly from seven point five to ten point five dollars.

This result was somewhat beyond Chen Yang's expectations.

Because whether it was last quarter's financial loss report or the current global pandemic factor, both are negative news for a fast‑food chain like McDonald's. Investor sentiment, logically, shouldn't be easily stirred up.

Chen Yang called Yexin again: "Big sis, did you buy McDonald's stock?"

"I bought five million shares. I sold them all when the price rose to ten dollars."

Chen Yang was speechless at her behavior: "Big sis, if you want to hold a stock long‑term, you should buy a quality stock and let it appreciate slowly—not jump in and out like this."

Yexin replied dismissively: "What's the big deal? As long as the trade makes money, it's a successful trade."

Seeing that she wouldn't listen, Chen Yang warned: "After buying this batch of stocks, I won't touch the U. S. market for the next few months—you need to be mentally prepared."

Yexin snapped: "You're really no fun. In such a huge U. S. market, will making a little extra money shorten your life?"

Chen Yang gave a wry smile: "Staying up late every day makes it hard not to lose lifespan."

Yexin giggled at his words and then told Chen Yang: "Then recommend another stock to me."

Chen Yang searched his past‑life memories and then told Yexin: "Then go buy PetroChina shares in the Hong Kong market! This stock is even highly regarded by the stock god Buffett."

"Buffett also likes this stock?" Yexin was half‑believing, half‑doubting Chen Yang's words. Because PetroChina's share price isn't high—only zero point eight Hong Kong dollars—how could such an inconspicuous stock catch the god of stocks' attention?

"If you don't believe it, sue me!" Chen Yang didn't want to keep arguing with Yexin about stocks, so after hanging up he shut off his phone and went to sleep.

Since he had already recommended McDonald's and PetroChina, two stocks with huge potential, whether Yexin buys them or not is entirely up to her.

Moreover, Chen Yang still needs to liquidate his Yuncheng Bio shares during the day; he has no time to waste on her through the long night.