The Motley Fool recommended two S&P 500 dividend-paying companies, Domino's Pizza and Las Vegas Sands, as long-term holds on June 16, 2026 [1].
These recommendations target investors seeking stability during potential market crashes. By focusing on companies with a history of maintaining or increasing payouts during downturns, investors may create a defensive hedge against volatility [1, 3].
Both companies are listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the tickers DPZ for Domino's Pizza and LVS for Las Vegas Sands [4]. The investment firm said these are "magnificent" dividend stocks that investors can purchase now and hold indefinitely [1, 2].
Recent price fluctuations have made these entries more attractive to some buyers. One report said that Domino's Pizza stock had declined by as much as 25% [4]. Other data suggests a wider range of declines for recommended dividend assets, with some figures citing drops of 27% and 47% [5].
Analysts said that the ability of these firms to raise dividends during economic stress makes them viable options for those worried about a stock market crash [1, 3]. This strategy prioritizes consistent cash flow over short-term price appreciation.
While the June 16 report focused on these two specific companies, other financial outlets have suggested different sets of dividend stocks earlier this month [6]. These variations in recommendations highlight the differing strategies used by analysts to mitigate risk in the S&P 500.
“Two “magnificent” dividend stocks that investors can buy now and hold indefinitely.”
The emphasis on dividend-paying stocks like Domino's and Las Vegas Sands reflects a broader shift toward defensive investing. When analysts prioritize companies that increase payouts during downturns, they are signaling a preference for tangible cash returns over the speculative growth typically found in tech-heavy portfolios.
