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The food sector refers to the wider swathe of companies that produce everything from pre-packaged food products to agricultural goods like bread, fruits, and vegetables. The industry was worth $11.3 trillion in 2021 and will likely only continue to grow. The industry is considered stable, although specific industries within the broader food category may experience economy-related turbulence.

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For example, utilities, healthcare, and non-cyclical industries cushion investor portfolios because their business is a staple regardless of the economic cycle.

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