No slowdown for China's shoppers

US and China in investment talks
The US and China agree to begin talks on an investment treaty to promote and protect bilateral investments.

Slowdown knocks Goldman profits
Goldman Sachs reports an 11% fall in quarterly profit, avoiding the massive losses sustained by some rivals.

China's yuan rises as talks begin
China's yuan is at its strongest level since July 2005 as US and Chinese officials begin a two-day meeting.

China and Japan 'near gas deal'
China and Japan are close to a deal that would ease a long-running dispute over offshore gas fields, reports from Japan say.

Credit Suisse in Chinese venture
Regulators in China give backing for Credit Suisse to start a joint venture with Founder Securities.