Different economic sectors respond uniquely to downturns and recoveries; for example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, technology and video conferencing industries thrived, contributing to a K-shape, while hospitality and tourism suffered significantly [1, 2]. The performance of cyclical sectors (e.g., consumer discretionary, financials) versus defensive sectors (e.g., consumer staples, healthcare) can dictate whether a recovery is broad or uneven [30, 33, 34].