Even after last week's sell-off, 2023 has been an excellent year for many stocks. But as rip-roaring as the market recovery has been, there is still a great deal of uncertainty across many sectors of the economy.

Stable dividend stocks aren't immune from volatility. But by providing an investor with a stable passive income source -- dividend stocks incentivize investors to hold through good times and bad.

NextEra Energy (NYSE: NEE), PPG Industries (NYSE: PPG), and Air Products and Chemicals (NYSE: APD) may not be the most exciting companies. But each business dominates its respective industry and has a track record of steady growth that is ideally suited for supporting a growing dividend. Here's why each stock is worth considering now.

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