Bucking the trend: 7 growing companies in slowing sectors

With 40% profit growth and a 77% total return to investors, the success of Netflix is an example of how technology has changed the way we access entertainment. As Blockbuster struggles to survive, Netflix keeps adding to its 15 million subscribers as it further expands its library of DVD mail-rental titles.

And to cut its biggest expense -- rising postage rates -- the online movie rental company continues to ink deals with Hollywood production studios for the rights to add more content to its online streaming offerings, seen as the future of at-home entertainment.

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