Investors are hoping that 2023 will be much friendlier to the stock market than what they have had to endure this year. However, that is by no means a guarantee. Several economic problems could carry into the new fiscal year, to say nothing of the fact that some experts are still predicting a recession.

Of course, perhaps the economy -- and equity markets -- will fully recover in 2023. Regardless of which scenario transpires, there are excellent stocks worth buying and holding onto. Let's consider two examples: Adyen (OTC: ADYE.Y) and PayPal Holdings (NASDAQ: PYPL).

Netherlands-based Adyen is a leading payment processing specialist. Although it operates in a competitive market, the fintech giant has become successful by offering businesses payment capabilities that cater to e-commerce and brick-and-mortar channels. The company also provides various other financial services, such as risk management, all on the same platform.

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