Stocks gain modestly on consumer confidence

A jump in U.S. consumer confidence sent stocks modestly higher Tuesday. Investors were also encouraged by new efforts from European leaders to find more aggressive cures for the region's debt crisis. "For the market, the fact that Americans are spending is a positive force," said Krosby. European ...

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