The past year was tough for stock investors. Every major U.S. stock index fell into bear territory in 2022, and even some highly coveted blue chips sank by double digits.

And with a potential economic contraction looming, this protracted bear market could persist well into 2023. Investors do have options to protect (and perhaps grow) their capital, however.

Top-shelf dividend equities, for instance, have proved to be stellar income and capital-appreciation vehicles for long-term investors. Here are two ultra-safe dividend stocks that investors shouldn't regret owning no matter which way the market turns in 2023.  

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Source Fool.com