U.S. sectors rallied broadly, led by Consumer Discretionary and Technology, while defensive groups posted smaller gains and Energy lagged.
Sectors & Industries
December 1, 2025
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Sector performance turned broadly positive this week, with nearly every major group advancing. Consumer Discretionary (XLY) led the market with a +4.86% gain, followed closely by Technology (XLK) at +4.77% as megacap names rebounded from earlier selling pressure. Materials (XLB), Financials (XLF), and Communication Services (XLC) also posted solid moves in the +3% range.
More defensive areas participated but to a lesser degree. Utilities (XLU), Industrials (XLI), and Health Care (XLV) rose between +1.9% and +2.8%, while Consumer Staples (XLP) and Real Estate (XLRE) saw modest gains under +2%. Energy (XLE) lagged the field with only a +1.15% rise.
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