AP - President-elect Barack Obama urged dubious lawmakers Thursday to work with him day and night, on weekends if necessary to approve the largest taxpayer-funded stimulus ever, warning in almost apocalyptic terms that a dire economic future was certain without it.

AP - President-elect Barack Obama's proposed tax cuts ran into opposition Thursday from senators in his own party who said they wouldn't do much to stimulate the economy or create jobs.

Reuters - The Nasdaq climbed to a session high on Wednesday, while the SP 500 turned positive and the Dow pared losses following news that Citigroup Inc will support legislation to stem foreclosures.

Reuters - Wal-Mart Stores Inc and other top U.S. retailers delivered disappointing December same-store sales and profit warnings on Thursday, sparking fresh recession concerns that hit stock and currency markets.