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Automobile Dealers

Consumers delayed major purchases for years—now pent-up demand is driving a lot of potential for automobiles and related industries.  Read more

Physical Therapy

Although it's still bouncing back, the physical therapy industry is poised for huge growth. Thanks, Baby Boomers.  Read more

Financial Planning, Advice, and Investment

Big banking's bounced back. Is there a way for the little guy to elbow into this lucrative field?  Read more

Historical Sites

Staycations are so 2009. Families are visiting nearby landmarks, historical homes, and tourist sites—and you can cash in.  Read more

Recreational Goods Rental

Hitting the outdoors is becoming more fashionable these days—in no small part due to technological advances in gear to make you comfortable staying there.  Read more

Online Dating and Matchmaking

As the social stigma about online dating vanishes, industry-wide profits are soaring.  Read more

Clothing Accessory Stores

The market for little luxuries is still growing as consumers grow more confident—and sick of their stagnant wardrobes.  Read more

Employment and Recruiting Agencies

Let's admit it: The jobless rate is still high. So are profits for recruitment, staffing, and temp agencies.  Read more

Environmental Consulting

A significant growth field for years, environmental consulting firms are expanding their reaches—so if you're going to try to break in, get a jump on.  Read more

Location-Aware Apps

You might not be the next Foursquare, but this space is huge (196 million miles, to be precise).  Read more

Language Schools

Globalization and an increasingly diverse U.S. population are driving growth at language schools.  Read more

Real Estate Appraisal

The housing market hasn't bounced back, but the market for those who assign properties their values sure has.  Read more

Green Toys

As parents begin to consider the sustainability and health impact of what their baby plays with, this niche industry is outperforming its own parent industry.  Read more

Organic Snacks

Think your organic pretzels would sell in a snap? This growing natural foods niche might just prove you right.  Read more

The Best Industries for Starting a Business Right Now

What niches are poised for growth? Our annual list this year features green toys, organic snacks, historical site tours, physical therapy, location-based app...  View slideshow

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