Portland Economy Falters: Job Losses, Housing Permits Plunge
By Jessica Chen | Published 2026-02-24T13:02:53.443Z
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Portland's economy is facing significant structural challenges, with the region losing approximately 9,000 jobs in 2025, according to the Portland Metro Chamber's 2026 State of the Economy report....
Portland's economy is facing significant structural challenges, with the region losing approximately 9,000 jobs in 2025, according to the Portland Metro Chamber's 2026 State of the Economy report. Prepared by ECOnorthwest, the report ranks Portland's economic performance as the fourth worst among U.S. metro areas. The report also highlights a concerning decline in housing affordability and a sharp decrease in new multifamily construction permits.
The Portland Metro Chamber/ECOnorthwest report su
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