Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Esure and insurance from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

Motor insurance giant Esure (LSE: ESUR) disappointed the market earlier this month when it advised underlying pre-tax profit skidded 21.3% lower during the first half, to £46.5m.

Answer: industry