If a Bear Market Is Coming, History Says These Stocks Could Be the Smartest to Own
Bear markets are a normal part of investing in the stock market. Nobody knows when the next one will arrive, but it will eventually arrive with 100% certainty. The time to prepare is before you face the fear that comes with big market downturns. That's why you should consider owning companies like Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) , Medtronic (NYSE: MDT) , Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) , and Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG) . But there are two pieces to the story here. First, they all operate in economically resilient industries. Second, they all have incredible dividend track records. Here's a quick look at each one. Image source: Getty Images. Continue reading