Stocks dive again, heading for worst December since Great Depression

Investors are growing worried that global economic growth is cooling and that the U.S. could slip into a recession in the next few years.

Carol A. Watkins

Softness in the economy comes as surprise

Federal Reserve Bank of Boston chief says Fed to consider ‘wide range’ of indicators when considering interest rate

Fed announces it will reduce bond-buying program

Senate Panel approves Yellen’s nomination as Fed chairwoman

Yellen nominated to replace Bernanke at Fed