http://www.zacks.com/ Zacks.com: Industry Outlook en-us Copyright 2005 Zacks.com Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:32:00 GMT Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:32:14 -0600 crotblut@zacks.com(Managing editor) webmaster@zacks.com(Webmaster) http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12792 http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12792 With some early signs of economic recovery, we believe that hotel occupancy will improve in the fourth quarter of 2009 and in 2010. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:32:01 GMT http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12738 http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12738 The largest drivers of steel consumption have historically been the automotive and construction markets, which make up more than 50% of total steel consumption. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:32:02 GMT http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12689 http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12689 The next five years are expected to reflect a significant imbalance between new product introductions and patent losses. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:32:03 GMT http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12648 http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12648 Earlier this year, quite a few alternative energy companies were in the trough. These companies have recovered from their lows. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:32:04 GMT http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12626 http://www.zacks.com/newsroom/commentary/index.php?id=12626 Smaller niche companies may accelerate hiring as the United States garners resources to protect ground troops and strategic computer networks. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:32:05 GMT