Volatility returns: 3 stocks that can mute S&P 500 swings

In recent weeks, we have seen a return of volatility in the stock markets, which has been reflected in the S&P 500 index. As markets change and volatility rises, investors are looking to safer alternatives that can protect their portfolios from sharp swings. Which stocks can offer stability in these uncertain times?

When markets experience change and volatility returns, investors often turn to stocks that offer stability and predictability, particularly in the consumer staples sector. These sectors typically have lower volatility, which means that even in a broader market downturn like the one we've seen recently, they show less volatility. In periods of market volatility, such stocks are attractive targets for investors looking for safe havens.

Here we look at three stocks that currently stand out not only for their fundamental and technical drivers, but also for how they can help investors mute the risks that volatility brings.