Timeline: China’s Stock Market Rescue Mission

China’s stock markets have been on a roller coaster ride since the government stepped in to shore up fading investor confidence amid a prolonged downturn in share prices. Over the last few days, local governments and high-ranking officials have made announcements offering rescue measures or words of encouragement for the country’s beleaguered stock markets. To help readers make sense of this confusing, tumultuous period, Caixin has created a timeline of the major events that have taken place.