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Communication Services
Companies that provide communication services using fixed-line networks or those that provide wireless access and services. Also includes companies that provide advertising & marketing services, entertainment content and services, as well as interactive media and content provider over internet or through software. Companies in this sector include AT&T, Verizon Communications, Walt Disney, Netflix, Omnicom Group, Alphabet and Facebook.
Market Cap
6.494T
Market Weight
9.51%
Industries
7
Companies
239
Communication Services S&P 500 ^GSPC
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DELL

Day Return

Sector
0.04%
S&P 500
0.27%

YTD Return

Sector
7.98%
S&P 500
2.46%

1-Year Return

Sector
33.26%
S&P 500
20.40%

3-Year Return

Sector
36.59%
S&P 500
36.96%

5-Year Return

Sector
72.15%
S&P 500
79.37%

Note: Sector performance is calculated based on the previous closing price of all sector constituents

Industries in This Sector

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IndustryMarket WeightYTD Return
All Industries
100.00%
7.98%
Internet Content & Information
68.56%
8.78%
Telecom Services
15.28%
4.70%
Entertainment
13.37%
8.99%
Electronic Gaming & Multimedia
1.81%
4.78%
Advertising Agencies
0.63%
-2.11%
Publishing
0.18%
-6.33%
Broadcasting
0.17%
5.92%

Note: Percentage % data on heatmap indicates Day Return

Largest Companies in This Sector

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Name
Last Price
1Y Target Est.
Market Weight
Market Cap
Day Change %
YTD Return
Avg. Analyst Rating
185.43 218.72 35.21% 2.258T -0.88% -2.63%
Buy
725.38 757.69 28.56% 1.831T +0.78% +23.89%
Buy
1,027.31 1,066.16 6.85% 439.132B +1.91% +15.26%
Buy
255.28 253.64 4.62% 296.25B -1.32% +15.65%
Buy
109.23 125.28 3.08% 197.809B +0.19% -1.90%
Buy
25.36 26.77 2.84% 181.965B +0.83% +11.37%
Buy
40.53 47.66 2.66% 170.616B +0.10% +1.35%
Buy
34.90 42.86 2.08% 133.546B -0.94% -7.01%
Buy
640.59 593.96 2.02% 129.45B +2.80% +43.19%
Buy
200.89 210.91 1.30% 83.449B +4.04% +19.76%
Buy

Investing in the Communication Services Sector

Start Investing in the Communication Services Sector Through These ETFs and Mutual Funds

ETF Opportunities

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Name
Last Price
Net Assets
Expense Ratio
YTD Return
103.48 21.8B 0.08% +6.89%
167.45 5.149B 0.09% +8.06%
63.43 1.488B 0.08% +8.06%
27.86 544.692M 0.40% +3.84%
104.98 419.98M 0.41% +8.60%

Mutual Fund Opportunities

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Name
Last Price
Net Assets
Expense Ratio
YTD Return
85.29 5.149B 0.09% +8.03%
122.07 1.898B 0.70% +9.76%
118.68 1.898B 0.70% +9.70%
115.16 1.898B 0.70% +9.63%
120.27 1.898B 0.70% +9.73%

Communication Services Research

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Discover the Latest Analyst and Technical Research for This Sector

  • Analyst Report: The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc.

    Interpublic Group is among the world’s largest advertising holding companies based on annual revenue. It provides traditional advertising services along with digital and other services such as public relations through various acquisitions. IPG has made these services available in over 100 countries. The company generates about 65% of revenue in the US and 17% in the UK and Europe.

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  • Analyst Report: América Móvil, S.A.B. de C.V.

    America Movil is the largest telecom carrier in Latin America, serving about 290 million wireless customers across the region. It also provides fixed-line phone, internet access, and television services in most of the countries it serves. Mexico is the firm’s largest market, providing about 35% of service revenue. Movil dominates the Mexican wireless market with more than 60% customer share and also serves about half of fixed-line internet access customers in the country. Brazil, its second most important market, provides about 20% of service revenue. Movil sold its low-margin wireless resale business in the US to Verizon in 2021 and now owns a 1.4% stake in the US telecom giant. The firm also holds a 60% stake in Telekom Austria.

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  • Analyst Report: Warner Music Group Corp.

    Warner Music is the third-largest of the three major record companies. Recorded music accounts for most of the firm’s revenue, with the segment housing notable record labels including Atlantic Records, Warner Records, Elektra Records. Some of the most successful current artists signed to record deals with Warner include Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Cardi B, and Dua Lipa. Warner’s remaining revenue comes from its publishing business, where Warner Chappell represents more than 180,000 songwriters and composers, some of whom are also Warner recording artists but many of whom are not recording artists or are attached to other labels. Warner Chappell controls more than 1 million musical compositions. Access Industries controls 98% of Warner’s voting rights, while holding a 72% economic interest.

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  • Analyst Report: Tencent Holdings Limited

    Tencent holds a prominent position in China's internet sector, with a diverse portfolio of products and services used daily by a significant portion of the population. The company is the world's largest video game publisher and owns Honor of Kings, a top-grossing mobile game globally. Tencent also operates WeChat, China's largest social media super app. WeChat is deeply integrated into the daily lives of Chinese people for communication, entertainment, shopping, and more. Beyond its offerings, Tencent is a significant player in global venture capital and investment. The company holds substantial stakes in leading companies including PDD, Kuaishou, and Epic Games.

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