There are hundreds of publicly-traded companies on the market, and sometimes, it's hard to know which ones are worth your hard-earned money. Thankfully, there are clues that can help you make sound investment decisions. For instance, here's one thing you can bet on: Investing in companies at the forefront of growing industries that possess a competitive edge will pay rich dividends down the road.

Let's look at two companies that fit this description down to a T: Abbott Laboratories (NYSE: ABT) and Adyen N.V. (OTC: ADYE.Y). Here's why both of these stocks are excellent choices for investors. 

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