3 Steady Stocks That Are Perfect for Riding Out Market Volatility

Many investors are having a challenging time navigating through the volatile market this year, as major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are down 21% and 30% year to date, respectively. Many previously high-flying growth stocks have been pummeled, and popular tickers have whipsawed between extreme swings in sentiment.

One way to get through the volatility is to pick a few steady, resilient stocks that can not only survive but thrive in any economic environment. Investors can "set it and forget it" with these three recession-resistant, dividend-paying stocks that should be good investments for the present market environment and over the long term.

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