Thanks to the boom in energy and commodities, this year’s list is a blast from the past. Five of the top ten fast-growers are actually reinvented industrial outfits that are over 100 years old. And of course there are also plenty of flashier tech firms too. more
We think these picks from the 100 Fastest-Growing list are good bets to rise steadily in a tough market. more
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Chipmaker Sigma Designs leads the pack, posting a whopping 294% 3-year annual EPS growth rate. See the rest of the top earners. more
| Company | Revenue growth (3-year annual rate) |
|---|---|
| Allis-Chalmers Energy | 124% |
| Arena Resources | 117% |
| Nutrisystem | 110% |
| Company | EPS growth (3-year annual rate) |
|---|---|
| Sigma Designs | 294% |
| Sepracor | 228% |
| Hornbeck Offshore Services | 214% |
| Company | Total return (3-year annual rate) |
|---|---|
| Arena Resources | 107% |
| T-3 Energy Services | 101% |
| Steel Dynamics | 84% |
To qualify, a company must be incorporated in the U.S.; have a minimum market capitalization of $250 million on June 30, 2008; have a stock price of at least $5... More
