Stock indexes are collections of stocks meant to represent the market or a portion of it—they are used by investors as benchmarks against which to compare the performance of their own portfolios.
When it comes to a particular stock rather than the market at large, capitulation can occur as a result of disappointing news (e.g., dropping sales or missed earnings estimates) being released ...
Stock market sectors group similar stocks, easing comparison and investment decisions. Sector-based ETFs and mutual funds offer a low-risk entry into specific market areas. Key sectors include ...