In this piece, we will take a look at the five least competitive industries in the world. If you want to understand why firms have to compete and some industries undergoing rapid transformation, you should take a look at 10 Least Competitive Industries in the World.
5. Consumer Discretionary
Return on Investment (ROI) Estimate: 5.46%
The consumer discretionary industry is the opposite of the consumer cyclical sector. While consumer cyclical products are those that one cannot do without, consumer discretionary, as the name suggests, are those that are bought on discretion. As a result, this industry is also called the consumer cyclical industry. Some examples of consumer discretionary products are fast food items, expensive hotels, high end sports apparel, and cars. Some top companies are LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton, Société Européenne (OTCMKTS:LVMUY) and Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA).
4. Healthcare
Return on Investment (ROI) Estimate: 4.7%
The healthcare industry is a diverse industry. It is made up of subsectors such as drug manufacturers, hospitals, and insurance providers – all of which have to work together to ensure that the system as a whole works smoothly. Due to the rapid advances in technology that have enabled mass production of medicine and new, breakthrough treatments, healthcare companies are among some of the largest in the world. Notable examples of drug makers include Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE) and Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE:LLY), while one of the biggest plan providers is the UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE:UNH).
3. Utilities
Return on Investment (ROI) Estimate: 3.88%
The utility sector is as important as an industry can get for a country’s stability. The industry is made up of firms that provide basic and modern day essentials such as water, gas, and electricity. And its importance is clear from the fact that any failure or breakdown in providing services can cost the loss of precious life as has happened several times in Texas due to power breakdowns. Therefore, it’s no surprise that key utility locations are often categorized as national security assets.
2. Services
Return on Investment (ROI) Estimate: 3.27%
While not as crucial as utilities for national stability, the services sector is nevertheless an important industry that is responsible for providing employment to millions of people. Broadly speaking, the services industry is made up of firms that do not directly produce products. Some of the most common examples in the services sector are retail store employees, waiters, servers, baristas, and health care assistants.
1. Financial
Return on Investment (ROI) Estimate: 1.18%
The financial industry is another central pillar of the economy and one that has seen significant turmoil over the course of the past twelve months. This is due to the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate hikes, which have upended several bank balance sheets and reduced borrowing in some areas. The financial industry is made up of countless firms including banks, brokerages, credit unions, small scale lenders, accountancy firms, and others.
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