Oregon
Oregon’s Economy Surges Past National Growth Rate at 4.7% in Q3 2025
The Beaver State narrows its gap with national GDP growth as Portland’s tri-county metro area accounts for more than half of the state’s...
Amazon Outbids Washington Utility to Acquire 1.2 GW Sunstone Solar Project for $83MM in Oregon
Tech giant’s direct ownership of one of the nation’s largest solar-plus-storage sites signals a new era of competition between Big Tech and public...
Oregon Job Vacancies Drop to 46,300 as Wages Decline and Labor Market Cools
The state’s unemployed-to-vacancy ratio climbed to 2.4, continuing a steady rise since the post-pandemic expansion period Oregon’s labor market showed further signs of...
After 106 Years, Eddie Bauer’s Retail Exit Signals End of an Era for Mall-Based Outdoor Apparel
The Seattle outdoor brand’s third bankruptcy in two decades exposes the fragility of mid-tier retail as Catalyst Brands shutters 200 stores while pivoting...
Palmero Partners Is a Third-Generation Operator Reshaping Manufactured Housing Brokerage in the Pacific Northwest
Family-run firm leverages three decades of operational experience to advise on transactions exceeding $500 million while managing its own portfolio Palmero Partners is...
Immigration Slowdown Hits West Coast Economy Hard as Net Migration Turns Negative
Brookings analysis finds first negative migration in 50 years threatens labor force growth and consumer spending across key Western states The United States...
Pacific Coast Migration Reversal: Oregon Surges as California Loses Residents
Oregon jumps to #1 for inbound moves while California records 58 percent outbound migration, marking a dramatic shift in West Coast population patterns...
Washington State Holds Steady in Weakening Labor Market: 4.6% Unemployment Reflects Measured Deterioration
Analysis: While manufacturing sector sheds jobs, Washington maintains relative strength compared to Pacific Northwest neighbors despite rising joblessness Washington state’s labor market showed...
Oregon’s Unemployment Crisis Deepens: State Ranks Among Nation’s Worst
Analysis: Persistent job market weakness places Oregon in bottom tier nationally as manufacturing sector continues to shed workers Oregon’s unemployment situation has deteriorated...
Kidder Mathews Welcomes Tim Weber as Executive Vice President in Tacoma
Tacoma, Wash. (January 14, 2026) – Kidder Mathews is pleased to announce that Tim Weber has joined the firm as Executive Vice President in its Tacoma...
Kidder Mathews Raises Over $88K for Communities in Need in Second Annual Holiday Giving Campaign
Seattle, Wash. (January 8, 2026) – Kidder Mathews is pleased to announce the results of its second annual Holiday Giving Campaign, raising $88,300...
Border Tensions Take a Toll on Washington State’s Tourism-Dependent Businesses
Sharp decline in Canadian visitors forces layoffs and reduced hours across hospitality and retail sectors near the border Washington State businesses that have...
