Author: Dan Ferris, Daily Wealth

In short, these companies weather tough times better than their competitors do. And if you can’t depend on a big upswing in the market to make money, you need to make sure you’re getting paid through dividends and dividend growth…

They’re the closest to a “sure thing” that exists in the stock market…

In short, they’re some of the best companies in the world. They’re growing their cash earnings, they’re buying back their own stock, and they’re paying ever-increasing dividends. On top of all this, they’re trading at extraordinary values right now…

You don’t suffer the worry and stress most investors suffer each day. You sleep well at night knowing it’s one of the most dominant companies on the planet… a company that relentlessly raises its dividend. You don’t care what the market thinks…

But buying them at the right price is key. And according to one timeless rule used by wealthy, sophisticated investors, right now is a good time to buy these stocks. In short, you’re paying the right price to see large long-term gains…