Do These Recession-Resistant Stock Sectors Really Hold Up?

Recession-resistant investments include stocks in sectors that aren't strongly affected during economic downturns. Some financial experts argue that sectors like consumer staples, healthcare, and utilities have historically weathered the storms of recession.

But can these industries hold up against a recession today? We explore these sectors to weigh in.

Consumer staples include every-day necessities like food, water, clothing and toiletries. There always will be demand for these goods.

Source Fool.com