Focus on US-China talks, release of key macro data

PROGRESS on trade talks between the world's two giant economies will take centre stage this week, with meetings between the United States and China in Washington extended by two more days as the parties race to reach an agreement ahead of the March 1 deadline.

US President Donald Trump is also set to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un this week in Hanoi, Vietnam for a second summit on Feb 27 and 28.

Investors should note that "there would be ample opportun…