With the stock market sell-off in 2022, it's become increasingly important to invest in reliable companies that can provide consistent growth for the long term. Moreover, if fears of a recession in 2023 prove to be valid, it will be crucial to hold on to stocks throughout potential market declines. 

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), and Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) are each excellent stocks to consider holding for the long haul.

As growth stocks go, few are as reliable and resilient as Apple. The company's shares have risen 252% over the last five years despite steep market declines in 2022, and are likely to continue growing for at least another five years.

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