Salesforce (CRM.N) is testing a fix and will roll it out after verification.

US retail sales rose 1.2% in August, beating expectations, after a July revision showing a 0.5% decline. Twelve of 13 retail categories expanded, including gas stations and online retailers. The report said consumers — the main driver of growth — continue to spend despite a rebound in energy prices and persistent inflation; back-to-school shopping may have boosted department stores, apparel, sporting goods and electronics.

Market sources say data-storage company Dapuwei has selected banks to arrange a Hong Kong listing.