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Economist warns of Portland ‘doom loop’
At the Portland Metro Chamber’s annual economic forecast, ECOnorthwest’s Mike Wilkerson gave a gloomy outlook.
Local Economist Mike Wilkerson Highlights Risk of "Doom Loop" for Portland's Economic Future
Economist Mike Wilkerson warned of Portland’s potential "doom loop," concerning population decline and stagnant job growth at a chamber event, but efforts to improve the situation were noted.
Economists warn Portland could be heading towards ‘urban doom loop’
A group of West Linn residents gathered at City Hall on Thursday to take a "last stand" for the preservation of Oppenlander Field. An investigation is underway in the Lents neighborhood after a man was found dead in a travel trailer, according to the Portland Police Bureau.
Why Portland may be in an 'urban doom loop,' according to a new economic report
The Portland Metro Chamber's full 2025 State of the Economy report, released Thursday, paints a grim picture of the local economy.
‘Urban doom loop’: Portland Metro Chamber economy report paints grim picture
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.
Economic headwinds: Portland inches toward an 'Urban Doom Loop'
So say economists with EcoNorthwest, the Portland-based research firm which on Thursday delivered a State of the Economy report to members of the Portland Metro Chamber. The chamber has for years commissioned the report with backing from Bank of America.
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