Investing.com -- U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told reporters Tuesday that trade talks with China were progressing positively.
"China talks went really, really well," Lutnick said to reporters.
The Commerce Secretary indicated that discussions could potentially continue into Wednesday if necessary, though he expressed hope they would conclude Tuesday evening.
"Going to try to finish China talks," Lutnick stated, adding that he hoped the negotiations would end "this evening."
The talks are aimed at resolving tariff disputes between the world’s two largest economies that have impacted global markets throughout the year. Investors have been closely monitoring these discussions for signs of progress in the trade relationship between the United States and China.