3 Consumer Staples Stocks to Consider for Defense Investing

Investing in consumer staples stocks are essential for investors during strong economic times, especially during a shift into economic stagnation. They provide investors with a strong base that isn't wildly affected by investor selloffs. On Aug. 5, Japan's Nikkei 225 Index fell over 13%, shocking the global market. Consumer staples stocks were not nearly as affected as other industries such as tech, healthcare, and financials. Some consumer staples stocks provide investors with a safety net and a challengin ...