Market Leadership
Market Analysis
Definition
The sectors, stocks, or asset classes that are leading market performance during specific periods, indicating where investor capital is flowing and providing insights into market themes and investor preferences.
Key Points
- Identifies strongest performing areas
- Rotates based on economic conditions
- Provides insight into market themes
Examples
Technology led markets in 2020Energy led during commodity boomQuick Info
Category
Market Analysis
Related Topics
sector rotation
relative strength
market trends
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