Reuters - U.S. blue-chip stocks rose on Tuesday, led by gains in Caterpillar Inc. , as stronger-than-expected housing data eased concerns about an economic slowdown.

Reuters - The pace of U.S. housing construction rose more than expected in May after three months of declines, but permits for future projects fell, a government report showed on Tuesday.

Reuters - World oil prices could triple if the diplomatic standoff over Iran's nuclear program escalates into a military conflict, Saudi Arabia's ambassador to the United States said on Tuesday.

Reuters - Two major rating agencies cut General Motors Corp.'s debt rating deeper into junk territory on Tuesday after the automaker said it was offering banks collateral to renew a credit facility.