Andrea believes that the economic cycle is at its peak and that a severe downturn is likely in the near future. She would like to invest in a stock that will remain relatively stable if the expected downturn does take place. Which of the following is the most suitable investment to meet her goal?

a. A counter-cyclical stock

b. A growth stock

c. A stock with a beta higher than 1

d. A stock with a beta close to 1

e. A value stock