This year has been one of the most challenging periods in market history. The S&P 500 endured the worst first-half performance in half a century, and the bond market experienced its largest first-half decline on record. Meanwhile, the second half has gotten off to a volatile start.
However, while it's rough for investors these days, some stocks can provide a safe haven amid the market's turbulence. Three companies that have held up well this year are Brookfield Infrastructure (NYSE: BIPC) (NYSE: BIP) , Consolidated Edison (NYSE: ED) , and WM (NYSE: WM) . Here's why they can give investors some shelter during the current market storm.
Shares of Brookfield Infrastructure are down only about 1% this year. Add in the global infrastructure giant's high-yielding dividend, and the total return is approaching 6%. That's significantly better than the nearly 22% negative total return of the S&P 500.
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3 Top Stocks That Provide Shelter Amid the Market's Current Storm