Despite a slower economic growth, China remains a key destination for international corporations' drive for growth.

Wal-Mart's net income in the third quarter ended Oct. 31 was $3,727 million, up 3% from $3,635 million in the same period a year ago.

Asda, the U.K. supermarket chain owned by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. will invest £1.25 billion over the next five years to help stave off discounters and up