The oil shock from the war in Iran has reached critical levels, and it now appears that prices over $100 per barrel are here to stay for at least the time being.



With fighting potentially months away from ending, prices have risen at one of the fastest rates in recorded history as passage through the Strait of Hormuz has stranded approximately 20% of the global oil supply.



Markets have reacted swiftly to the news, especially in Europe and Asia, where energy dependence is a perennial geopolitical risk. Investors are rapidly seeking havens, which means low-beta stocks with strong dividends and predictable income streams.



Today, we'll look at five companies meeting this criteria, spread across a diverse group of industries that provide some insulation from energy shocks. Each stock has a minimum Benzinga Edge Value Score of 85 along with bullish fundamental and/or technical signals. 



Here are the five safe haven stocks to buy today.



<h2>White Mountain Insurance Group Ltd.</h2>



Benzinga Edge Value Score: 96.38



Insurance stocks have been among the big winners in the first quarter of 2026, thanks to a relatively mild 2025 catastrophe season and shrewd capital allocation. White Mountains Insurance Group (NYSE:WTM) has been one of the better capital managers over the last few years, with a tiny 0.14 debt-to-equity ratio and a history of creating value out of its acquisitions. The company is also one of the few firms that actually benefit from the Strait of Hormuz stalemate, as shipping insurance is undergoing a massive re-rating that is likely to provide a long-term tailwind for insurers.



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The stock currently trades at just 5 times earnings, despite already hitting several new all-time highs in 2026. But bullish momentum began to materialize back in November, when the 50-day moving average crossed above the 200-day, allowing support to build along the 50-day. WTM shares are once again challenging this level, and with the Relative Strength Index (RSI) back under 70, this could be an opportunity to add shares at a discount.



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<h2>APA Corp.</h2>



Benzinga Edge Value Score: 93.44



APA (NASDAQ:APA) is another oil shock beneficiary, an upstream exploration and production (E&amp;P) firm with diversified sources across the Permian Basin, the United Kingdom, and Egypt. The company produced more than 450,000 barrels in Q4 2025, and an extended period of high crude prices could add to an already impressive free cash flow generation machine. APA also trades at just 7.7 times earnings and 1.2 times sales, and also pays a 3% dividend yield with a 24% dividend payout rate (DPR).



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A free cash flow boost could lead to a dividend increase, which might help explain the stock's upward momentum in 2026. The 50-day moving average has served as a steady support level, and the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) has confirmed the strength of the bullish trend. If oil continues its march toward $150/bbl, APA shares are likely to follow suit.



<h2>Northern Oil and Gas Inc.</h2>



Benzinga Edge Value Score: 92.84



Northern Oil and Gas (NYSE:NOG) isn't a driller or a refiner, but they still have a hand deep in the oil cookie jar. The company operates an interest-only strategy, purchasing land and partnering with drillers to extract petroleum products. One of the benefits of this technique is the lack of operating overhead NOG required to run its business, which means it reaps a larger windfall as oil prices soar over $100/bbl. The company also trades at just 12 times forward earnings and currently yields a 6% annual dividend.



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After a long downtrend, NOG shares are also emanating bullish technical signals. Shares recently broke out above the 50-day and 200-day moving averages, supported by a MACD crossover that took both lines above the histogram. With the RSI still under the overbought threshold, the upswing in NOG shares might just be getting started.



<h2>Toll Brothers Inc.</h2>



Benzinga Edge Value Score: 91.14



A homebuilder stock might seem like an odd place to hide during a volatile period, considering the sector's recent performance. Homebuilders have struggled to gain traction due to sticky high mortgage rates and home prices, labor shortages, and rising material costs. But skyrocketing oil prices and crumbling equity markets increase the odds of additional Federal Reserve rate cuts, which would add more buyers to Toll Brothers' (NYSE:TOL) clientele. While the company focuses on luxury homes aimed at less rate-sensitive prospects, any additional rate relief could unlock a new segment that had been pressed out by 6% mortgages. Toll Brothers recently launched a wave of new communities across Texas, California, North Carolina, and Georgia, signalling that homebuying demand remains strong amongst affluent families.



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TOL shares trade at just 10.7 times earnings, making the stock cheaper than peers like Lennar, D.R. Horton, and PulteGroup. It's also testing a previous support level at the 50-day moving average, with the RSI approaching its year-low, a combo that had previously led to lucrative buying opportunities.



<h2>Edison International</h2>



Benzinga Edge Value Score: 90.71



Utilities are often a popular sanctuary during periods of volatility. “Utes” are highly regulated with predictable revenue streams, which limit their upside during bull markets. Of course, the flipside is that utility demand is stable and inelastic, and these companies often pay hefty dividends to shareholders. Edison International (NYSE:EIX) has the dividend part down, paying a 4.9% yield with a 29% DPR. It's also raised dividend payouts for 23 consecutive years, putting it on the verge of becoming a Dividend Aristocrat. The California-based company is also close to resolving its overhanging liabilities from the devastating Eaton wildfire in January 2025, and its $41 billion program to electrify its infrastructure will receive tailwinds from EV adoption should high gas prices persist in the long term.



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Despite a beta of 0.79, EIX shares have been moving aggressively upward following a Golden Cross last year that ended an extended downtrend. The stock has also found support at the 50-day moving average, and the RSI is back out of overbought territory after a nearly 20% gain over the last two months. A stable dividend plus upside potential is all investors can ask from a utility, which is why EIX shares are an intriguing buy candidate in this macro environment.

The ongoing war in Iran has caused oil prices to exceed $100 per barrel, prompting investors to seek safe haven stocks. Five companies are highlighted as strong options: White Mountain Insurance Group, APA Corp, Northern Oil and Gas, and Toll Brothers, all showing bullish signals and strong fundamentals. These stocks are expected to benefit from the current energy crisis, with low-beta characteristics and solid dividends, making them attractive for investors looking for stability amidst market volatility.

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