budget negotiations

U.S. CEOs Wary of Hiring, Despite Improving Economy

U.S. CEOs' confidence in the economy rebounded in the first quarter, but they remained leery of taking on new workers at home, citing inaction in Washington.

'No Budget, No Pay' Gains Steam Despite Reservations

Ups and Downs: Stock Gains Dented by Twists in Fiscal Cliff Talks

An early gain on the stock market shrank after House Speaker John Boehner said little progress was being made in budget talks. The DJIA had been up as much as 77 points Thursday, then briefly turned negative after Boehner's remarks at 11:30 a.m. But markets rapidly headed back into positive territory again.