People are paying about the same this year as they did in 1991, according to industry figures.
But one industry figure with broad ties throughout the oil world was skeptical.
Only about 4.5 million Americans have disability insurance, according to industry figures.
In addition, each issue features a number of columns by industry figures.
More radical changes have also been predicted by some industry figures.
According to recent industry figures, more than 100 million Americans carry cell phones.
And the average monthly bill has fallen in the last 10 years to about $43, from $98, according to industry figures.
About 35,000 jobs were lost here, according to industry figures.
The market for audio books has grown 360 percent since 1990, industry figures show.
Exports drive the industry figure up an additional $1 billion.