The stock market is having a roaring first half of 2023. But the gains are largely driven by growth stocks in the technology, consumer discretionary, and communications sectors. Less glamorous companies like Johnson Controls International (NYSE: JCI), (NYSE: EQNR), and Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) are all down on the year.

Here's why that sell-off presents a buying opportunity for these reliable dividend stocks.

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