WASHINGTON – The stock market's sharp fall Thursday was sparked by rising recognition that a freeze is hardening in the vital credit markets that fund daily business operations, trends that add pressure on the House of Representatives to approve the Wa

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The economy plodded ahead at a 0.9 percent pace in the first quarter - slightly better than first estimated - but still underscoring caution on the part of consumers and businesses walloped by housing, credit and financial problems.

Analysts call the candy business "recession-proof," compared with other discretionary items, such as tobacco and carbonated beverages -- though beer also tends to do well when the economy is hurting.

In the downturn, banks started to tighten the amount of money they offered to businesses in short term loans. A business will use the short term loans to cover payroll and other costs until their customers pay bills.