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Sector

Also called: economic sector

ELI5

A large part of the economy, such as healthcare or energy.

Used in conversation

“The sector is useful context but too broad for market sizing.”

Definition

A broad grouping of economic activity or industries.

Here “Sector” means: A broad grouping of economic activity or industries.

Pitch context

You will see “Sector” in strategy decks, market analyses, business plans and planning workshops when the discussion reaches markets, industries & categories.

Why it matters: It helps a reader interpret markets, industries & categories without confusing the measure, decision, role or evidence being discussed.

Connected terms

  • IndustryThe search label “sector” can route to both entries.
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Sources & evidence · 5

Supporting source families. This entry is an editorial synthesis rather than a quotation from one canonical glossary.