Stock Market Sectors & Industries List

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Aerospace & Defense

This sector includes companies involved in the design, manufacture and distribution of defense and aerospace equipment and services. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the defense contractors, government contracts, and military spending.

Agricultural Inputs

This sector includes companies involved in the production of agricultural inputs such as fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at crop yields, weather conditions, commodity prices, and the demand for agricultural inputs.

Airlines

This sector includes airlines and their related services. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at passenger traffic, fuel costs, competition, and government regulations.

Apparel Manufacturing

This sector includes companies involved in the manufacture of clothing and apparel. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, fashion trends, and consumer demand.

Apparel Retail

This sector includes companies involved in the retail sale of clothing and apparel. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at consumer demand, fashion trends, and the performance of the individual companies.

Apparel Stores

This sector includes companies involved in the sale of clothing and apparel in physical stores. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at consumer demand, fashion trends, and the performance of the individual companies.

Application Software

This sector includes companies involved in the development and sale of software applications. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the demand for the software, and the competitive landscape.

Asset Management

This sector includes companies involved in the management of investments and assets. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the performance of the investments, and the competitive landscape.

Auto Manufacturers

This sector includes companies involved in the design, manufacture, and sale of automobiles. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the demand for cars, and the competitive landscape.

Auto Parts

This sector includes companies involved in the production and sale of auto parts. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the demand for auto parts, the performance of the individual companies, and the competitive landscape.

Banks - Global

This sector includes banks that operate on a global scale. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual banks, the demand for banking services, and the competitive landscape.

Banks-Regional

This sector includes banks that operate on a regional scale. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual banks, the demand for banking services, and the competitive landscape.

Biotechnology

This sector includes companies involved in the development and manufacture of biotechnology products. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the demand for biotechnology products, and the competitive landscape.

Brokers & Exchanges

This sector includes companies involved in the brokerage and exchange of securities. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the demand for securities, and the competitive landscape.

Building Materials

This sector includes companies involved in the production of building materials. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the demand for building materials, and the competitive landscape.

Building Products & Equipment

This sector includes companies involved in the production of building products and equipment. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the demand for building products and equipment, and the competitive landscape.

Capital Markets

This sector includes companies involved in the capital markets. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the demand for capital, and the competitive landscape.

Chemicals

This sector includes companies involved in the production and sale of chemicals. Analysts evaluate the sector by looking at the performance of the individual companies, the demand for chemicals, and the competitive landscape.

Communication Equipment

Communication equipment includes any technology used to facilitate communication, such as phones and internet service providers. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such equipment and services, as well as the strength of the companies in the sector.

Computer Hardware

Computer hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system, such as the motherboard and processors. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Consulting & Outsourcing

Consulting and outsourcing involve providing advice or services to an organization in exchange for payment. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and future demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Copper

Copper is a metal used in a variety of industries, such as electronics, construction, and manufacturing. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for copper, as well as the supply and demand dynamics in the sector.

Credit Services

Credit services involve providing loans and other financial services to individuals or businesses in exchange for payment. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and future demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Diagnostics & Research

Diagnostics and research involve providing services that help diagnose and analyze various health conditions. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Drug Manufacturers - Major

Drug manufacturers - major refer to the large-scale manufacturers of pharmaceutical drugs. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for drugs, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Drug Manufacturers-Specialty & Generic

Drug manufacturers - specialty and generic refer to the manufacturers of specialty and generic drugs. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for drugs, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Education

Education refers to the sector of providing educational services, such as schools and universities. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Electrical Equipment & Parts

Electrical equipment and parts refer to the components used in electrical systems, such as wiring and switches. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Engineering & Construction

Engineering and construction involve providing services that help build structures, such as buildings and roads. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Entertainment

Entertainment refers to the sector of providing entertainment services, such as movies and music. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery

Farm and heavy construction machinery refer to the machinery used in farming and construction, such as tractors and bulldozers. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Forest Products

Forest products refer to the products derived from forests, such as lumber and paper. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the supply and demand dynamics in the sector.

Gold

Gold is a precious metal used in a variety of industries, such as jewelry and electronics. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for gold, as well as the supply and demand dynamics in the sector.

Health Care Providers

Health care providers refer to the sector of providing medical services, such as hospitals and clinics. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Health Information Services

Health information services refer to the sector of providing services that help analyze and manage health data. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Homebuilding & Construction

Homebuilding and construction involve providing services that help build homes, such as plumbing and wiring. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Household & Personal Products

Household and personal products refer to the products used in households and for personal care, such as cleaning supplies and cosmetics. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the supply and demand dynamics in the sector.

Independent Oil & Gas

Independent oil and gas refer to the sector of providing services related to oil and gas exploration and production. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Information Technology Services

Information technology services refer to the sector of providing services related to information technology, such as software development and network management. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Insurance - Life

Insurance - life refers to the sector of providing life insurance services. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Insurance - Property & Casualty

Insurance - property and casualty refer to the sector of providing property and casualty insurance services. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Insurance-Specialty

Insurance - specialty refers to the sector of providing specialty insurance services. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Internet Content & Information

Internet content and information refer to the sector of providing services related to the internet, such as search engines and social media. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Internet Retail

Internet retail refers to the sector of providing services related to online retail, such as e-commerce websites. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Lumber & Wood Production

Lumber and wood production refer to the sector of providing services related to the production of lumber and wood products. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the supply and demand dynamics in the sector.

Medical Care

Medical care refers to the sector of providing medical services, such as hospitals and clinics. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Medical Care Facilities

Medical care facilities refer to the sector of providing medical care services, such as long-term care facilities and nursing homes. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Medical Devices

Medical devices refer to the products used in medical care, such as diagnostic equipment and surgical instruments. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Medical Instruments & Equipment

Medical instruments and equipment refer to the products used in medical care, such as diagnostic equipment and surgical instruments. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Medical Instruments & Supplies

Medical instruments and supplies refer to the products used in medical care, such as diagnostic equipment and surgical instruments. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such products, as well as the technological advances and innovation in the sector.

Oil & Gas - Integrated

Oil and gas - integrated refer to the sector of providing services related to oil and gas exploration and production. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Oil & Gas - Refining & Marketing

Oil and gas - refining and marketing refer to the sector of providing services related to oil and gas refining and marketing. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Oil & Gas E&P

Oil and gas E&P refer to the sector of providing services related to oil and gas exploration and production. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Oil & Gas Equipment & Services

Oil and gas equipment and services refer to the sector of providing services related to oil and gas exploration and production. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Oil & Gas Integrated

Oil and gas integrated refer to the sector of providing services related to oil and gas exploration and production. Analysts evaluate the sector based on the current and potential demand for such services, as well as the financial health of the companies in the sector.

Oil & Gas Midstream

This sector includes companies that transport, store, and process oil and gas, such as pipeline and storage operators, downstream refiners, and gas processors. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for oil and gas and the operating costs of the companies.

Other Industrial Metals & Mining

This sector includes companies engaged in the extraction and processing of non-ferrous metals, such as aluminum and copper, as well as companies that mine and process other minerals. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for the metals, changes in the market price of metals, and the operating costs of the companies.

Packaged Foods

This sector includes companies that manufacture and distribute packaged food products, such as cereals, snacks, and canned goods. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for packaged food products, changes in consumer preferences, and the operating costs of the companies.

Paper & Paper Products

This sector includes companies that manufacture and distribute paper and paper-related products, such as cardboard and paper packaging. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for paper and paper-related products, changes in consumer preferences, and the operating costs of the companies.

Publishing

This sector includes companies that publish books, magazines, and other printed works. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for published works, changes in consumer preferences, and the operating costs of the companies.

Real Estate Services

This sector includes companies that provide real estate services, such as property management, leasing, and development. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for real estate services, changes in the real estate market, and the operating costs of the companies.

REIT - Industrial

This sector includes companies that own and manage industrial real estate, such as warehouses and factories. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for industrial real estate, changes in the real estate market, and the operating costs of the companies.

REIT - Residential

This sector includes companies that own and manage residential properties, such as apartments and single family homes. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for residential real estate, changes in the real estate market, and the operating costs of the companies.

REIT - Retail

This sector includes companies that own and manage retail properties, such as shopping malls and strip malls. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for retail properties, changes in the real estate market, and the operating costs of the companies.

REIT-Healthcare Facilities

This sector includes companies that own and manage healthcare facilities, such as hospitals and nursing homes. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for healthcare facilities, changes in the real estate market, and the operating costs of the companies.

REIT-Mortgage

This sector includes companies that originate, purchase, and securitize mortgages and other real estate-backed securities. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for mortgage-backed securities, changes in the real estate market, and the operating costs of the companies.

REIT-Office

This sector includes companies that own and manage office buildings and other commercial properties. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for office space, changes in the real estate market, and the operating costs of the companies.

Residential Construction

This sector includes companies that construct and develop residential properties, such as single family homes and apartments. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for residential construction, changes in the real estate market, and the operating costs of the companies.

Restaurants

This sector includes companies that operate restaurants and other food-service establishments. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for restaurant services, changes in consumer preferences, and the operating costs of the companies.

Semiconductors

This sector includes companies that manufacture and distribute semiconductors and other electronic components. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for semiconductors, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Shipping & Ports

This sector includes companies that provide shipping and port services, such as container shipping and port facilities. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for shipping services, changes in the shipping industry, and the operating costs of the companies.

Silver

This sector includes companies that mine and distribute silver. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for silver, changes in the market price of silver, and the operating costs of the companies.

Software-Application

This sector includes companies that develop, manufacture, and distribute software applications. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for software applications, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Software-Infrastructure

This sector includes companies that develop, manufacture, and distribute software infrastructure, such as operating systems and databases. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for software infrastructure, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Specialty Chemicals

This sector includes companies that manufacture and distribute specialty chemicals, such as lubricants and coatings. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for specialty chemicals, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Specialty Finance

This sector includes companies that provide financial services, such as asset management and insurance. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for financial services, changes in the financial industry, and the operating costs of the companies.

Specialty Industrial Machinery

This sector includes companies that manufacture and distribute specialty industrial machinery, such as industrial robots and 3D printers. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for specialty industrial machinery, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Specialty Retail

This sector includes companies that operate specialty retail stores, such as furniture stores and electronics stores. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for specialty retail services, changes in consumer preferences, and the operating costs of the companies.

Telecom Services

This sector includes companies that provide telecommunications services, such as mobile phone services and internet services. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for telecom services, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Textile Manufacturing

This sector includes companies that manufacture and distribute textiles, such as fabrics and yarns. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for textiles, changes in consumer preferences, and the operating costs of the companies.

Uranium

This sector includes companies that mine and distribute uranium. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for uranium, changes in the market price of uranium, and the operating costs of the companies.

Utilities - Diversified

This sector includes companies that provide utilities, such as electricity and water. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for utilities, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Utilities - Regulated Electric

This sector includes companies that own and operate electric utilities. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for electricity, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Utilities-Independent Power Producers

This sector includes companies that generate and sell electricity to utilities. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for electricity, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.

Utilities-Regulated Water

This sector includes companies that own and operate water utilities. Analysts evaluate this sector based on the demand for water services, changes in technology, and the operating costs of the companies.