![]() The Associated Press | Stocks wobble as investors keep eyes on Washington Los Angeles Times Most investors believe President Obama and Congressional Republicans will strike a budget deal to avoid this “fiscal cliff” before the year is out. Until they reach an agreement, however, the stock market will likely be hostage to news out of Washington. Stocks gain on 'cliff' hope, led by banks U.S. Stocks Rise Amid Optimism Over Fiscal Cliff Negotiations |







