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Market basics

Why broad market indexes can tell different stories

Two broad indexes can respond differently to the same economic environment because their composition is different.

Sector mix matters

Indexes with different weights in financials, energy, technology or consumer businesses can behave differently.

Concentration matters

A broad index can still depend heavily on a small group of large companies or sectors.

Currency matters

For a Canadian reader, exchange-rate movements can affect comparisons involving foreign assets.