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Editor-in-Chief David Ridsdale
An expectant industry
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After the worst industry downturn, companies are seeking affirmations
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that the worst is behind us with signs of continued growth being the
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predict the future of an industry that is reliant on world economic
factors but the current consensus is that optimism is the state to be in.
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Nearly every analyst is suggesting growth but they disagree on the rate
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of the growth or the specific sectors that will lead the way. With
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industry figures dropping down to levels not seen in over a decade, the
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real question is not so much about growth but how long will it be
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sustained and when will the market return to the recent level of output.
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When industry falls so far it is easy to see growth coming. With
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microelectronics still stuck in the glare of the stock market expectations
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it will appear as if we are experiencing a wonderful period of growth.
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2008 only to drop straight back down or will there will real growth of
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