When the Federal Reserve began raising interest rates last year, many economists worried about a steep economic downturn and subsequent hit to the housing market.
China is grappling with a monumental financial challenge as the turmoil in its real estate sector reverberates throughout the broader economy.
On Wednesday, a group of investors staged a protest outside the Beijing headquarters of Zhongrong International Trust Co., one of the country's leading trust companies and financial services providers.
During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a high dividend payout.