Silver has far outperformed gold so far in May as improving demand has set the metal up for its biggest monthly percentage climb in close to seven years. “Silver has a well-documented habit of coming late to gold’s party, only to then dramatically outperform the yellow metal,” said Brien Lundin, editor and publisher of Gold…

With a growing demand for local, sustainably grown fresh-cut flowers, some people with a love of gardening have found second careers as flower farmers. “The DNA’s already there,” says Debra Prinzing, 60, the Seattle-based author of “The 50 Mile Bouquet” and host of the “Slow Flowers” podcast. “Many growers are lifelong gardeners who’ve made it fit their lifestyles. And…

Closing one of the New York City-area’s three major airports is not an option, even as the coronavirus pandemic has driven passenger traffic down more than 95%, Rick Cotton, executive director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, said Thursday. “The notion of closing one of the three major airports in the New…

I read the letter to your column from the wife whose husband refused to hand over her $1,200 stimulus check. If he is the only one who’s working and has to pay ALL the bills in the house, why should he give her half of the stimulus money? He’s the one who needs help —…

The coronavirus pandemic sent shock waves throughout the real-estate industry. But does that make now a good time to put in an offer on a property?The answer to that question will largely depend on what you plan to do with the home — particularly if you’re an investor. “It’s a good time to buy an…

“ ‘It is no surprise that people are buying gold. But the authorities may attempt at some point to de-monetise gold, making it illegal to own as a private individual. They will only do this if they feel the need to create a stable unit of account for world trade.’ ” That’s Crispin Odey, a…

If you’re considering leasing a new car or SUV in May, you’re in luck. Here are deals that can get you into everything from a sporty subcompact SUV to some great luxury rides. If your job is secure from the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, this is a great time to look at new-vehicle…

The coronavirus pandemic is casting a dark cloud over prime pool season, so some people are making their own splashy fun at home. Aquatics fans desperate for a dip are turning to inflatable kiddie pools or building socially distant swimming holes in their backyards.More than 35 million people are out of work, and many households…

Who’s winning, the coronavirus or the fiscal and monetary response to its effects? It will take many quarters — possibly even years—to determine which force will grab the upper hand, said legendary investor Howard Marks on Monday. Meanwhile, there are opportunities for investors, and lessons for the central bank, he said. The coronavirus crisis was…

If you need to see your doctor these days, there’s a good chance you’ll be offered a telemedicine visit. That means you’ll “meet” with your physician either through a video chat or a phone call. And even after the COVID-19 pandemic fades, experts predict, telemedicine — especially video visits — will be commonplace. Research shows…