Wall Street is watching Washington’s debt ceiling debate with great interest. But it’s keeping its powder dry as far as lobbying is concerned, for fear of getting entangled in the potentially ugly fight over budget cuts.

Despite all the hype around electric and hybrid cars — and a rapid increase in the number of available models — most car shoppers still aren’t ready to buy, according to a new survey.

Can’t afford to buy a home? You might have a tough time finding a cheap place to rent too.

Can’t afford to buy a home? You might have a tough time finding a cheap place to rent too.

President Obama repeated his call for an end to $4 billion in oil industry tax breaks Tuesday as gas prices approach $4 a gallon and after a top lawmaker indicated a possible shift in Republican policy.

Federal Reserve officials have sharply disagreed about monetary policy lately. Here’s a look at the different viewpoints among the Fed’s voting members.