Necessary Evils Portfolio
These companies provide the essential infrastructure and services our society can't function without, even if they're not always popular. Carefully selected by our analysts, these stocks offer defensive stability thanks to their non-negotiable role in the global economy.
Top Picks from This Group
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Waste Management, Inc.
WM
Current price
$224.35
As a leading provider of waste collection and disposal services, the company performs a function that is absolutely essential for modern sanitation an...
As a leading provider of waste collection and disposal services, the company performs a function that is absolutely essential for modern sanitation and public health.
Republic Services, Inc.
RSG
Current price
$232.32
This company is a key player in non-hazardous solid waste collection and recycling, services that are fundamental to managing the byproducts of a cons...
This company is a key player in non-hazardous solid waste collection and recycling, services that are fundamental to managing the byproducts of a consumer society.
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About This Group of Stocks
Our Expert Thinking
We've selected companies that provide critical but often controversial services—from waste management to industrial chemicals—that modern society simply cannot do without. This non-negotiable status creates persistent demand and economic moats that can help weather market volatility.
What You Need to Know
These companies typically feature high barriers to entry, inelastic demand, and regulated operations. They provide essential infrastructure that runs regardless of economic conditions, offering potential stability and consistent cash flow when other sectors might struggle.
Why These Stocks
Each company was handpicked for its entrenched market position in providing services that cannot be easily substituted. As population growth and industrialization increase demand while regulations tighten, these established players are positioned to potentially benefit from strengthened market dominance.
12 Month Growth Potential
Use the growth calculator to see how much investing in these assets could return over one year.
If you invested across these assets:
in 12 months it could be worth:
+28.23%
Group Performance Snapshot
Average 12 Month Profit
On average, analysts expect assets in this group to grow 28.23% over the next year.
Stocks Rated Buy by Analysts
14 of 14 assets in this group are rated Buy by professional analysts.
Why You'll Want to Watch These Stocks
Stability When Markets Wobble
These companies provide services we simply can't live without, regardless of economic conditions. Their steady demand can offer portfolio protection when other sectors falter.
Growing Demand Is Locked In
As population grows and industrial activity expands, the need for waste management and essential chemicals only increases, potentially creating long-term growth opportunities.
Protected By Regulation Moats
Tightening regulations around waste, chemicals, and environmental services actually benefit these established players by making it harder for new competitors to enter their markets.
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