Xi Jinping calls for closer trade ties with the U.S.
Deal calls for $100 billion in investments over 15 years
Economy managed growth of 0.4% in 2023's final quarter
Recent data suggest U.S. economy remains hot
Latest data show U.S. small businesses are hiring staff and implementing new tools to stay proactive and competitive
Estimate is the latest signal of strength for an economy that's blasted through recession predictions
Americans have continued to consume at a solid rate
Official figures were released as economy takes centre stage in runup to general election
Former chairman of the Shanghai Stock Exchange to take reins as chairman and Communist Party chief of the China Securities Regulatory Commission
Strong hiring, wage growth could delay interest rate cuts