Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Glencore and mining 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.

European equities sank on Monday, as more disappointing Chinese data and downbeat broker comment weighed on the mining sector, with London-listed Glencore (Xetra: A1JAGV - news ) hit the hardest.

Answer: industry