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对皮克斯的千万美元投资使乔布斯成为亿万富翁
财富FORTUNE· 2025-08-26 13:04
图片来源:Chris Polk—FilmMagic/Getty Images 1997年重返苹果后,他仍持续参与皮克斯运营。随着《海底总动员》(Finding Nemo)、《超人总动 员》(The Incredibles)、《美食总动员》(Ratatouille)等全球票房均破数亿美元的作品接连问世,迪 士尼于2006年以74亿美元收购皮克斯的全部股票,乔布斯所持股份价值约46亿美元。 总之,乔布斯凭借直觉投资皮克斯的经历,印证了一条亘古不变的成功箴言:成功的关键在于找到热情 所在并全力以赴。 "飞向宇宙,浩瀚无垠!"不仅是《玩具总动员》(Toy Story)中巴斯光年的经典台词,更是乔布斯成为 亿万富翁的命运转折点。 1985年,一场权力斗争迫使乔布斯离开苹果公司。次年,乔布斯以1,000万美元收购了卢卡斯影业 (Lucasfilm)的图形计算部门。卖家正是刚打造完《星球大战》(Star Wars)帝国的乔治·卢卡斯。这 家小公司很快更名为皮克斯(Pixar),即将永远改变好莱坞与乔布斯的财富轨迹。 公司初期经营坎坷,乔布斯因需持续垫付月度资金缺口曾多次考虑是否应该将公司出售。但到1995年, 他相信皮克斯 ...
这些国家如何做大动漫产业(国际视点)
Ren Min Ri Bao· 2025-08-12 22:29
中国动画电影《哪吒之魔童闹海》(以下简称《哪吒2》)陆续登陆国外各大影院,观众直呼"震撼"。 《哪吒2》的爆火,让更多人关注全球动画产业及相关动漫市场发展。最新数据显示,2020年以来全球 动漫市场规模呈逐年递增趋势,2024年已超过3000亿美元,预计2024年至2031年间,全球动漫产业年复 合增长率将达到8.64%。近年来,法国、日本、美国等动漫大国更加注重创意和技术结合,持续推出更 具表现力和故事性的多元作品,不断拓宽市场,在全球动漫产业格局中展现出独特的竞争力。 法国—— 日本—— 延长产业链条 扩大海外市场 日本动漫产业发达,在国内外拥有众多动漫迷。根据日本动画协会发布的《2024动漫产业报告》,2023 年日本动漫在海外、电视、网络等9个渠道的累计市场规模首次突破3万亿日元(1美元约合148日元), 同比增长14.3%。其中,海外市场占到1.7万亿日元。《动漫产业报告》负责人增田弘道表示,借助自媒 体和网络播放的力量,日本动漫产业的海外市场加速扩大,推动了日本动漫市场的整体发展。 日本动漫产业的成功离不开内容创作和技术创新。2023年,由日本游戏开发企业任天堂参与出品的《超 级马力欧兄弟大电影》 ...
2024—2031年全球动漫产业年复合增长率将达到8.64% 这些国家如何做大动漫产业(国际视点)
Ren Min Ri Bao· 2025-08-12 22:07
中国动画电影《哪吒之魔童闹海》(以下简称《哪吒2》)陆续登陆国外各大影院,观众直呼"震撼"。 《哪吒2》的爆火,让更多人关注全球动画产业及相关动漫市场发展。最新数据显示,2020年以来全球 动漫市场规模呈逐年递增趋势,2024年已超过3000亿美元,预计2024年至2031年间,全球动漫产业年复 合增长率将达到8.64%。近年来,法国、日本、美国等动漫大国更加注重创意和技术结合,持续推出更 具表现力和故事性的多元作品,不断拓宽市场,在全球动漫产业格局中展现出独特的竞争力。 法国—— 创新叙事模式保持多元特色 "我是一个喜欢讲故事的人,在这部电影里,我一口气讲了3个故事。"在法国克莱蒙费朗一家影院,法 国动画大师欧斯洛在第二届"法国制作动画节"开幕电影《法老、野人和公主》放映前向观众介绍。随着 荧幕亮起,观众穿梭于不同时空中,沉浸在欧斯洛构建的奇幻动画世界里。 欧斯洛被视作法国动画复兴的关键人物,在国际动画市场享有盛誉。其1998年上映的动画电影代表作 《叽哩咕历险记》改编自非洲民间故事,取得了商业上的巨大成功。"法国乃至欧洲此前很少出产动画 长片,《叽哩咕历险记》的成功证明,法国可以独立制作并推广优秀动画电影 ...
皮克斯高管:不会像前老板乔布斯那样在凌晨3点给员工打电话
财富FORTUNE· 2025-06-16 12:33
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the leadership styles of prominent figures like Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos, highlighting their demanding work cultures and expectations for employee availability. Group 1: Leadership Styles - Steve Jobs was known for his intense work ethic, often contacting employees at all hours, including 3 AM, demonstrating a lack of respect for personal time but a strong respect for their work [1][2][6] - Jobs empowered creative personnel by allowing them autonomy over their projects, stating he would not interfere with their creative processes [2][3] - Elon Musk is noted for sending emails as late as 2:30 AM, expecting employees to keep pace with his high-intensity work culture [6][7] Group 2: Company Cultures - Pixar, co-founded by Jobs, became a major player in the film industry, producing beloved films like "Toy Story" and "Finding Nemo," which contributed to its success [3][4] - The competitive environment led Disney to acquire Pixar for $7.4 billion in 2006, indicating the studio's significant market value [4] - Amazon, under Jeff Bezos, is characterized by a demanding work culture where employees are expected to respond to communications at all hours, reflecting a focus on "harmony" between work and life rather than balance [7]
20年前,乔布斯最尴尬也最伟大的一次演讲
3 6 Ke· 2025-06-15 08:35
Core Points - Steve Jobs is recognized as a masterful speaker, known for his impactful presentations that have left a lasting impression on audiences [1][4] - His 2005 Stanford commencement speech, despite his initial nervousness, became one of his most celebrated addresses, resonating deeply with graduates and viewers alike [4][5] - The speech emphasized themes of connecting life experiences, love and loss, and the inevitability of death, which have inspired countless individuals [5][30] Group 1 - Jobs' confidence and stage presence were notable, often overshadowing the more human aspects of recent Apple presentations [1][2] - The 2005 speech was a departure from his usual self-assured demeanor, revealing his vulnerability and humility in front of a large audience [3][4] - The speech's popularity was amplified by the rise of the internet and platforms like YouTube, allowing it to reach a wider audience [4][6] Group 2 - Jobs shared three personal stories during the speech, focusing on the importance of following one's passion and the interconnectedness of life experiences [15][23] - He discussed his decision to drop out of college, which led him to pursue interests that ultimately influenced the design of Apple products [18][20] - The narrative of love and loss included his experience of being fired from Apple, which he later recognized as a pivotal moment that allowed him to rediscover his creativity [24][27] Group 3 - Jobs highlighted the significance of mortality in making life choices, encouraging graduates to live authentically and pursue their true passions [30][31] - His diagnosis of cancer served as a catalyst for reflection on life and death, reinforcing the message that life is finite and should be lived fully [32][33] - The closing message of "Stay hungry. Stay foolish." encapsulated his philosophy of lifelong learning and curiosity, urging graduates to embrace their journeys ahead [39]
估值20亿,套现6000万,52TOYS发招股书,靠什么上市?
3 6 Ke· 2025-05-23 02:06
Core Viewpoint - 52TOYS is projected to achieve a revenue of 630 million RMB and a net profit of approximately 30 million RMB in 2024, indicating growth in its financial performance [1][2]. Financial Performance - Revenue for 52TOYS from 2022 to 2024 is reported as 463 million RMB, 482 million RMB, and 630 million RMB respectively, while net losses are recorded at 1.71 million RMB, 71.93 million RMB, and 122 million RMB [2][3]. - Adjusted net profit (non-IFRS) shows a recovery from -56.75 million RMB in 2022 to 32.01 million RMB in 2024, reflecting a positive trend [4][12]. - The gross profit margin for 2024 is 39.9%, with a notable increase in gross profit from 133.65 million RMB in 2022 to 251.53 million RMB in 2024 [12][14]. Revenue Sources - The majority of 52TOYS' revenue comes from licensed IP, contributing 64.5% of total revenue in 2024, while self-owned IP sales are 1.54 billion RMB [6][10]. - The company has developed and operates 35 self-owned IPs, with significant contributions from popular IPs like Sleep and Beast Box [8][10]. Market Position - The IP derivative market in China is projected to grow from 174.2 billion RMB in 2024 to 335.7 billion RMB by 2029, with the IP toy market expected to reach 756 billion RMB in 2024 [6]. - 52TOYS ranks third among Chinese IP toy companies and second among multi-category IP toy companies based on GMV in 2024 [17]. Sales Channels - 52TOYS primarily relies on distributors for sales, with distributor sales accounting for 66.8% of total revenue in 2024, while direct sales contribute only 30.9% [15][16]. - The company has expanded its sales channels to Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, and North America, with domestic revenue making up 76.6% of total revenue in 2024 [17][18]. IP Licensing and Costs - 52TOYS has invested over 100 million RMB in licensing fees for IPs over the past three years, with significant upcoming expirations for major IPs like Disney and Crayon Shin-chan [10][13]. - The cost of goods sold for 52TOYS' products has been increasing, with a notable rise in costs associated with licensed IP [14].