A market classification is a key input in index construction. By grouping markets according to common characteristics, we are helping investors better understand and compare different markets.

S&P DJI employs a modern approach to classifying equity markets around the world as developed, emerging or frontier. Our model is based on a robust set of criteria and conditions that identify …

Market structure refers to how different industries are classified and differentiated based on their degree and nature of competition for services and goods. The four popular types of market structures …

Aug 31, 2025 · A complete guide to market types: competition, products, buyers, and geography, with clear examples and practical tips for making decisions.

Broadly, a market is classified into product market where goods are transacted, and a factor market where inputs are bought and sold. A goods market exists for both durable and nondurable and …

Mar 6, 2024 · The concept of a market has evolved dramatically from ancient trading posts to today’s digital ecosystems. Understanding what constitutes a market—and the various types that exist—is …

Understand the meaning and classification of markets, including product markets, factor markets, and financial markets, and their roles in the economy.

A well-defined industry classification system makes it easier for analysts to compare companies’ relative valuations and to build return and risk estimates for industries.

Euronext employs a rule-based methodology to classify countries as either developed- or out-of-scope markets, thereby defining the Index Universe. For this analysis the three relevant themes are …

Jun 24, 2025 · “MSCI is committed to ensuring that our market classifications reflect the evolving realities of global accessibility and investability,” said Raman Aylur Subramanian, Head of Index R&D.