Petrobras' lower dividend payout triggers market slump in Brazil

Petrobras' lower dividend payout triggers market slump in Brazil
Brazil's financial markets are the worst performing in the world. A deep sell-off in the South American nation's markets is triggered by fears of government intervention in businesses. A disappointing dividend announcement from state-controlled oil company Petrobras is adding to those woes. This news has rattled investors, causing the benchmark stock index to plummet.