Chapter 75: The most awesome risk control!

One second, Saudi Arabia, the Middle Eastern tycoon, was celebrating and reveling; the next, its capital, Riyadh, was struck by a devastating terrorist attack!
Riyadh is, after all, one of the most modern and prosperous cities in the Middle East, boasting a five-star safety rating.
And the result?
A single terrorist attack sent shockwaves through global financial markets, leaving investors worldwide reeling!
Thanks to Iran's strong "survival instinct" statement, global financial markets experienced a rollercoaster ride, jolting as if about to collapse, only to be pulled back from the brink of collapse—a false alarm.
However, after this incident, the prices of some commodities skyrocketed, like they'd been injected with adrenaline!
"The prices of safe-haven assets are unbelievable! They're skyrocketing, like they've taken off from a rocket, there's no stopping them!"
Liu Bo, a trader under Su Hao, stared wide-eyed at the screen, his eyes practically bulging out of their sockets as he watched the data turn a deep, purplish-red.
"That's right! Even government bonds, which are usually as stable as retired officials, are starting to stir. Prices are just skyrocketing!"
Globally, the most sought-after government bonds are undoubtedly those of the United States and Germany.
These two have high credit ratings and high safety profiles, making them the "stabilizing force" of the safe-haven market!
Therefore, at the slightest sign of market turmoil, everyone rushes to buy bonds from these two countries like madmen.
"But... what's going on with the Swiss franc? It's like it's welded shut, not moving an inch?"
A newcomer stared at the almost motionless price curve on the screen, his face full of question marks.
Immediately, someone explained:
"Because the Swiss National Bank has imposed a tight 'price cap,' effectively suppressing price fluctuations.
Just when it tries to rise, it's pushed down again;
Just when you think it's about to plummet, it's pulled back up.
Hey, the price has moved in a straight line, smoother than an electrocardiogram!"
"After all, it's the Swiss franc!
You think its title as the 'first safe-haven currency' is just for show?
When the price rises too sharply, the Swiss government dumps shares like a floodgate opening, forcefully driving the price down.
Conversely, if it falls too drastically, they buy, buy, buy, pushing it up again. Its main characteristic is 'rock-solid stability'!"
The Swiss franc's unwavering position as the top safe-haven asset relies on this masterful "double-edged sword" strategy.
"So... why did our CEO Su buy this stuff?"
The newcomer's face clearly said, "I don't understand, but I'm utterly shocked."
Before anyone else could speak, Liang Haiyuan, CEO Su's number one "die-hard fan," had already jumped in.
He gave the newcomer a look that said, "How could you mortals fathom the intentions of a saint?" before slowly analyzing:
"I guess before the terrorist attacks, the entire market was like it had fallen into an ice cave, completely lifeless.
Our CEO Su probably felt that holding onto a lot of cash and waiting around wasn't a good idea, so he simply converted it all into Swiss francs, to stabilize the situation, observe the situation, and see how things develop. It's called 'having provisions in hand, not panicking,' understand?"
Everyone nodded in agreement.
"Brother Haiyuan, what do you think President Su's real intention is?" someone pressed on, unwilling to give up.
"How could we mere mortals fathom President Su's thoughts?"
Liang Haiyuan spoke slowly, his voice not loud, but carrying an undeniable certainty.
"His wisdom is unfathomable!
In the entire company, no, in the entire financial world, probably only he himself can understand his operations.
But there's one thing I know better than anyone!"
He deliberately paused, successfully piquing everyone's curiosity.
Everyone in the office pricked up their ears, even holding their breath, afraid of missing some earth-shattering secret.
"What...what is it?" someone couldn't contain themselves, asking in a low voice.
Liang Haiyuan's lips curled into a mysterious smile, and he said, word by word:
"Our President Su drives without braking!"
Never braking?
Everyone exchanged bewildered glances, a string of question marks slowly floating across their foreheads.
What kind of coded language is this?
“You newcomers have probably already experienced this, right?”
Liang Haiyuan glanced at the bewildered newcomers.
“Has any of you ever seen our CEO Su implement any risk control measures when he's doing short-term trading?”
The office fell silent.
Upon reflection, it seemed… no!
Everyone usually just did whatever CEO Su said, their minds practically offline.
So, they hadn't even considered risk control.
Besides, Su Hao's trading was incredibly fast and ruthless; orders came out like a machine gun. They were too busy executing to think about risk control.
Their brains couldn't keep up with their hands!
“But… not implementing risk control is terrifying, isn't it? What if it goes wrong?”
A bolder newcomer timidly raised his hand, his voice trembling.
You know, even when they were handling a mere five million, the risk control department would monitor them like thieves, terrified of the slightest mishap.
The slightest deviation would result in a complete power outage and trading halt!
But now, this Mr. Su is holding a staggering five billion, engaging in high-stakes, short-term speculation, and the risk control department hasn't even given him a second glance!
This isn't just a lack of brakes; it's like flooring the accelerator, heading straight for the edge of a cliff!
This investment style is characterized by one word: reckless!
“Exactly! To us, this is like dancing the tango on a tightrope, blindfolded—incredibly dangerous!”
Liang Haiyuan nodded, acknowledging their mortal thinking.
“But in President Su's eyes, what he's doing is precisely the most brilliant form of risk control!”
“Huh?!” Everyone's jaws nearly dropped.
“This…how does this constitute risk control?”
Liang Haiyuan smiled mysteriously, as if announcing a earth-shattering secret: “Because, as long as you can make money, that's the best risk control!”
“…???”
“Still don't understand?” Liang Haiyuan looked at this group of blockheads, shaking his head in exasperation.
“As long as you can make money, that's the most perfect risk management!
Winner takes all; the process doesn't matter, the result is everything!”
The veteran employees who had built the empire with Su Hao all nodded vigorously, their expressions a clear "I knew it!"
The newcomers, however, wore expressions of utter disbelief.
Just then—
"Beep beep beep—!" A cacophony of urgent alarms blared throughout the office, instantly shattering the tense atmosphere.
This was their price fluctuation alert!
The Swiss francs they held had shown signs of unusual movement!
"Holy crap?! What...what the hell is going on?!"
"Isn't the Swiss franc supposed to be under a price cap, unable to rise?
But now the price...holy crap, it's skyrocketing like a mad dog!"
"Something terrible has happened! Something absolutely terrible! Quick, check the news!"