Investor Ben Graham -- mentor to the Oracle of Omaha himself, Warren Buffett -- was once quoted as saying: "The individual investor should act consistently as an investor and not as a speculator."

And great companies with long-term growth potential aren't found by looking at share price alone. Instead, focus on companies with compelling products or services that are uniquely situated in industries primed for durable growth -- and that have the leadership to bring the business forward to capitalize on that growth story. 

Here are two such businesses to consider adding to your portfolio if you have $2,000 to invest in stocks right now. 

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