From CNN Money (increases are compared to a year ago):

  1. 1. Auto Repairs  2. Home Repairs -  2.4% increase
  2. People are not buying new, and instead are fixing what they already own.
  4. 3. Supermarkets – 6.7% increase
    You gotta eat! Consumers are cutting back on eating out, and instead, are cooking in.
  6. 4. Trade Schools – 9.1 % increase
    Many are going back to school to learn new skills.
  8. 5. Personal Care – 4.5% increase
    Since the big indulgences are on hold, many are hanging on, and even increasing, personal grooming at nail salons, spas, and manicure salons.
  10. 6. Accounting – 10.2% increase
    Now, more than ever in the depths of the recession,  people are consulting with their accountants.

7. Dentists – 6.9% increase
Healthcare is very recession resistant.

 

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