Google Treats Gtlds As Exact Match Domains

[Theo]

It's what I refer to as keyword+gTLD. Check out the studies.

 

[Gerry]

I've long been saying this same thing. I still think it is too early to claim it in totality but nothing else can explain the type in searches I see.

 

[Theo]

Important note: ranking involves developed, not parked domains.