The STOXX Industry, Supersector, Sector and Subsector indices replicate highly targeted investment strategies focusing on specific business segments. Business categorizations are based on the Industry Classification Benchmark (ICB).
Key benefits
Universal standards
The indices allow investors to implement sector strategies within broad market regions worldwide, while adhering to the parent indices’ methodology
Precise and exhaustive
Business categorizations are based on the Industry Classification Benchmark (ICB)
Geographic scope
We cover individual sectors in nine regions including global markets, Europe, North America and Asia/Pacific, addressing each geography’s strengths and weaknesses
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