5 Recession-Proof Asset Categories (Backed by 50 Years of Data)

Most investors only think about recession-proofing their portfolio after the warning signs are already flashing — and by then the window to reposition is nearly closed. This video breaks down five specific asset categories with a decades-long track record of resilience, the exact math behind why they hold up, and a portfolio stress-test you can run yourself tonight. The data goes back to the 1970s, and what it reveals about one overlooked category will genuinely surprise you. Chapters: 0:00 Hook: $19 Trillion Lost — Who Survived? 0:55 Why Recession Risk Is Real Right Now 2:00 Category 1: Short-Duration Government Debt 3:30 Category 2: Dividend-Consistency Equities 5:00 Category 3: Consumer Staples 6:30 Categories 4 and 5: Real Assets and Strategic Cash 8:30 Your 3-Step Portfolio Stress-Test Download the ==================== — a one-page recession resilience checklist with the exact screening criteria covered in this video, so you can evaluate your own portfolio without doing the research from scratch. Drop a comment below: which of the five categories surprised you most, and which one are you already using? ==================== FREE RESOURCE: (replace this line with your lead magnet URL) ==================== Disclaimer: this video is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not financial, legal, or tax advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.