A great article from "The Street" on the top ten fastest growing industries - most will surprise you but on reflection, you will agree. The fastest growing industries are: correctional facilities, VoIP (Voice over IP so telecommunication and Internet providers), video games, biotechnology, eCommerce and online auctions, Internet publications, insurance claims, environmental consulting, wind and solar power and recycling.
Here is the link to read more in detail:
http://www.thestreet.com/story/11086288/11/10-industries-that-are-growing-the-fastest.html
As you work through your projects that require industry analysis or you are simply thinking of career options, these industries are worth your review.