China Stimulus Decision Looms as Investment Slows

China’s weakest start to a year for investment growth since 2001 and unexpectedly slow industrial production add pressure for economic stimulus, just as Premier Li Keqiang signals he wants to avoid such a move.

Germany may see higher tax revenues, could play role in talks

BERLIN: Germany's tax revenues are likely to rise more than expected in 2013 and beyond, newspapers reported on Saturday, potentially giving the new government financial leeway and playing a role in coalition talks focused on the economy and energy.