This Is the Smartest Stock to Buy If the Market Crashes

The S&P 500 has been performing exceptionally well over the past 18 months or so, rising 94% since mid-March of 2020 when coronavirus pandemic fears first escalated the U.S. Even more remarkable is that the index has returned a 16% annualized rate following the Great Recession about a decade ago. Understandably, you're probably wondering if a market crash is likely given this strong run.

For long-term investors, what the stock market does next month or next quarter is irrelevant. The primary objective should be to buy shares in high-quality companies with the intention to hold for at least five years.

Keep reading for a stock that will alleviate any worries you have today.

Source Fool.com