4 Industries That Are Always Safe to Invest In

Posted by Amitava Sarkar on July 21st, 2016

Given how turbulent many sectors and industries have become, it’s only natural that investors would start seeking out security. Unfortunately, when it comes to investing, absolute certainty is a dwindling commodity. With investor confidence at all-time lows and the stock market in a constant state of fluctuation, finding an investment that delivers on its promises has become a tall order. That being the case, many people have become hesitant to put their money into anything. Although it isn’t doing anything for them just sitting in a bank, the fact that it isn’t being lost constitutes a win these days.

Even in the midst of so much rampant uncertainty, a number of safe investments still exist – many of which have been considered safe for decades. However, many of these historically secure investments have been eclipsed by newer, edgier industries that quickly peaked – and in doing so, lost investors a substantial amount of money. Fortunately, provided you know where to look, security is attainable, even in a market as famously unstable as the current one. Anyone looking to grow their family finances, immediate savings or retirement fund should consider investing in the following industries.

1. Healthcare

With the Affordable Care Act helping tens of millions of uninsured Americans gain access to care providers, there’s never been a better time to invest in the healthcare industry. When searching for surefire investments, it pays to prioritize goods and services that no one can do without – and you’d be hard-pressed to find something more essential than healthcare. Whether you choose to invest in insurers, hospital chains, equipment manufacturers or any combination thereof, you can expect to see consistent returns.

2. Energy

Energy is another essential resource for modern-day humans. Of course, “energy” can refer to a variety of things – fossil fuels, crude oil, natural gas, solar power and wind power, to name a few. Tried-and-true sources of energy always represent smart buys, particularly oil and gas investments. With the vast majority of motor vehicles and aircraft largely dependent upon these resources, it’s fairly difficult to lose money when investing in oil and gas. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2010-2013 study, there are currently 1.8 motor vehicles per American household. In other words, virtually every family in the United States owns at least one car.

3. Textiles

The odds of meeting someone who doesn’t own any clothing are infinitesimal – at best. That being the case, it behooves security-minded investors to put money into the textile industry. Even though fashion trends come and go at an alarming pace, people always need clothing. In addition to investing in well-known textile companies, people with knowledge of the fashion industry should consider purchasing stock in popular clothing stores and manufacturers.

4. Water

Another natural resource that no living creature can do without, water consistently makes investors a lot of money. Investing in companies that specialize in water treatment, packaging or transport is practically guaranteed to produce generous returns. At the end of the day, water represents an even smarter investment than food. After all, you can’t have the latter without the former.

Although secure investments are hard to come by these days, they’re most certainly out there. Sinking money into companies and industries that are unsustainable stands to compromise your personal finances, but putting your faith in the previously discussed powerhouses is likely to produce favorable results. Odds are you’re not going to get rich overnight, but you’re sure to see a healthy return on your investment – which, frankly, is the best most investors can hope for.

About the Author: Cindy Jones is a banker and experienced investor who resides with her family in New York City. Never one to take unnecessary risks, Ellen makes all of her oil and gas investments with Cannon Operating Co.