The following video is part of this week's MarketFoolery podcast, in which host Chris Hill, along with Jason Moser, Bryan Hinmon, and Joe Magyer, discuss the latest business news. Shares of Baidu fell even though the company delivered better-than-expected earnings. In this segment the guys analyze Baidu and discuss investing in China. While some companies present a higher level of risk, the guys share why investing in better-known market leaders like Baidu and SINA or in U.S. companies, like Yum! Brands, with a strong presence in China, is a better way to go.

Looking for another international way to invest? Check out The Motley Fool's report, "The Motley Fool's Top Stock for 2012." It spotlights a company that is revolutionizing commerce in Latin America. You can get instant access to the name of this company by clicking here -- it's free.

Chris Hill owns no shares of any of the companies mentioned. The Fool owns shares of Apple. Motley Fool newsletter services have recommended buying shares of Yum! Brands, Apple, Baidu, and SINA and creating a bull call spread position in Apple. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. We Fools don't all hold the same opinions, but we all believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Try any of our Foolish newsletter services free for 30 days.