🤔 Which are the main STOCK SECTORS? Read Below ⬎
The Global Industry Classification includes 11 Stock Sectors, which are group of stocks that operate in similar industries, like:
1. ENERGY
With oil and gas exploration and production companies and producers of other consumable fuels like coal
2. MATERIALS
With companies that provide goods for manufacturing applications, such as packaging, chemicals and construction materials
3. INDUSTRIAL
For airlines, logistics, railroads, aerospace, defense and construction
4. UTILITIES
For electricity, water, natural gas and other resources for residential and commercial customers
5. HEALTHCARE
For drugs, medical devices and health insurance
6. FINANCIAL
With banks, insurance and brokerage companies
7. CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY
Such as retailers, hotels, restaurants and other goods and services for which consumer demand depends on the financial status
8. CONSUMER STAPLES
Like food, beverage, household, personal products, etc.
9. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
That is hardware, software, semiconductor and other IT services companies
10. COMMUNICATION
For telephone, internet, entertainment and medias
11. REAL ESTATE
For real estate investment trusts, management and development
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