Like it or not, the stock market goes through bull and bear cycles. While the upturns can be very enjoyable, the downturns are often hard to stomach. That is unless you go in with a buy list of great companies you've wanted to own if only they were cheaper.

In other words, if you prepare yourself ahead of time for what are inevitable bear markets, you'll be ready to pounce on a bargain stock while others are fearful. Some names you might want to have on your buy list are Walmart (NYSE: WMT), Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG), and Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG). Let's find out a bit more about these three top stocks.

Walmart is a giant, with over 5,300 U.S. stores and 5,200 international locations. Its store base spans from grocery stores to supercenters to warehouse clubs. It has a massive distribution infrastructure to support this network.

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