economy
February 19, 2026
These stocks can insulate investors from AI risk
Dividend stocks are outperforming this year.

TL;DR
- Dividend stocks are outperforming the S&P 500 year to date, as investors move from large-cap tech to "old economy" stocks.
- AI fears are causing some sectors, particularly software, to tank, while companies providing essential goods and services may be more resilient.
- Jenny Harrington recommends dividend stocks that are insulated from AI disruption, such as Kimberly-Clark, Vici Properties, Unilever, and Enterprise Products Partners.
- These recommended stocks offer significant dividend yields and are trading at attractive valuations, with potential for earnings growth.
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