Often, the stock that soars or plummets overnight attracts the headlines -- and that could make some of us think twice before investing in the market. But the good news is, if you invest for the long term, you're more likely to grow your money over time than to win or lose everything in a period of hours.

We often talk about safe stocks and higher-risk growth stocks, and if you're a cautious investor, you'll probably favor the former. That's an excellent idea. But here's some more good news for you: Right now, you can invest in two companies that are considered safe thanks to their strong earnings over time and the much-needed products they sell -- and at the same time, their stocks offer the potential for growth too. So, you don't have to be a big risk-taker to invest and score wins over the long haul.

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