2 Top Healthcare Stocks Defying the Bear Market
Although equities started the year on a strong note, investors haven't forgotten that we experienced a bear market last year. And even after the recent run, the S&P 500 remains down by nearly double-digits over the trailing-12-month period.
Even so, some companies have done just fine amid the downturn. Among them are HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) and Regeneron (NASDAQ: REGN). These healthcare giants aren't just one-hit wonders. There are excellent reasons to invest in both. Let's consider some of them.
With recession fears alive and well, HCA Healthcare might be an excellent stock to turn to now. The company is a leading hospital chain operator in the U.S., a business that is sure to remain somewhat in high demand even if a recession hits. People don't get to choose when they need medical care; nor are they inclined to cut down on these costs in a downturn if they can help it.
Source Fool.com
