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sector

[sek-ter] / ˈsɛk tər /


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The SpaceX IPO could have the reverse effect on them that it has on the space sector.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Read: Micron, Intel drag the tech sector into a new bearish phase.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Global private equity and venture capital investments in the utilities sector soared to $69.52 billion in 2025, per S&P Global Market Intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

“Thousands of people are plaintiffs in this action, which names 18 public and private sector defendants. The City Attorney’s Office is responsible for defending the City and DWP in this lawsuit.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“Well,” Dad said, leaning back, “it's very good of you and Alice to worry, Brian, but the retailing sector is holding its own and Greenland is robust.”

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell




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