3 Recession-Ready Stocks to Buy Right Now

It's no secret that global economic growth is slowing right now, and many investors are worried that a downturn is coming. While it's important to note that most economists are not forecasting a recession, investors may still want to position themselves for one, or at least increase the weight of defensive stocks in their portfolios. In this context, here are three investment themes and stocks to prepare for a recessionary scenario.

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First, let's consider a few types of businesses, and the attributes that position them to outperform in a recession.

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