Year Of Volatility: Stocks Exposed To Russia-Ukraine War See Big Gains/Losses

It's been one year since the world watched as Russian President Vladimir Putin mobilized over 100,000 troops along Ukraine's border, signaling a possible full-scale attack.

The tensions between the two countries cast a shadow of uncertainty over global markets, particularly in the energy, material, industrial, and cybersecurity sectors.

Over the past year, these industries have experienced a roller coaster of ups and downs as the fighting in Ukraine continues unabated.

As investors reflect on the events of the past year and the impact they've had on the global economy, it's worth examining the current state of these key sectors.

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Energy: The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund XLE has returned 22.46% to investors over the year, though some oil stocks delivered much greater returns.

Materials: The Materials Select Sector SPDR Fund XLB had a volatile year. The index bottomed in September, and almost returned to break even over a one-year time frame. The XLB is down 0.35% from one year ago.

Industrials: The Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund XLI, like the XLB, has had a volatile year. The index is up by 1.4% from one year ago.

Cybersecurity: The SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF FITE, which focuses on companies whose products and services are driving innovation behind future security, which includes the areas of cybersecurity, advanced border security, and others, is down nearly 3% from one year ago.

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