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Economic headwinds: Portland inches toward an 'Urban Doom Loop'

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Economists and business leaders warned about the several challenges the region faces this year.

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KPTV

Economists warn Portland could be heading towards ‘urban doom loop’

The warnings come after the Portland Chamber of Commerce presented their economic forecast.

1 day ago·Portland, United States

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KATU

New report paints dark picture for Portland's economy

It sure may seem like Portland's economy is booming, but much of that are leftovers of projects approved around 2017.

2 days ago·Portland, United States

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The Oregonian

Economist warns of Portland ‘doom loop’

At the Portland Metro Chamber’s annual economic forecast, ECOnorthwest’s Mike Wilkerson gave a gloomy outlook.

2 days ago·Portland, United States

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portlandtribune.com

Economist: Portland edges closer to ‘doom loop’

A new report presented at a Portland Metro Chamber event offers little advice on how to change things, but a dire warning that change is necessary.

2 days ago

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KOIN 6

'Urban doom loop': Portland Metro Chamber economy report paints grim picture

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- The Portland Metro Chamber delivered a sobering report about the city's economy Thursday morning, delving into data on migration, job growth, as well as the positioning of Portland among its peer cities. The 2025 State of the Economy report, complied by ecoNorthwest, noted how our recovery from the pandemic is slower than most major cities and it will take bold action to reverse the trends. Man dead after being hit …

2 days ago·Portland, United States

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