OREGON BUSINESS

Oregon Industry News

Industry in Oregon runs on sector performance, supply chain shifts, regulatory changes and consolidation, and coverage here follows all of it. This page tracks the evolution of major markets across the state as they face changing economic conditions.

Portland General Electric to Seek Rate Increase

Portland General Electric to Seek Rate Increase

The utility has requested an increase of nearly 4% for residential customers beginning in July, with a public comment hearing set for Nov. 10.

Live Poll

Do you think your household electricity costs are getting better or worse?


Consumer Goods

Live Poll

Do you feel local products made in your area deserve more recognition for their economic contributions?

Consumer Goods

Tucker Sno-Cat Model 1600 Wins Oregon Product Contest

The Medford-built vehicle took top honors in the fourth annual competition highlighting local manufacturing.

Tucker Sno-Cat Model 1600 Wins Oregon Product Contest

Transportation

Transportation

Greenbrier Forecasts 26,000-28,000 Railcar Deliveries

Greenbrier's fiscal 2027 outlook projects steady North American railcar demand as its CEO prepares to step down in January.

Greenbrier Forecasts 26,000-28,000 Railcar Deliveries

Construction

Live Poll

Should your state's public pension fund invest more money into global infrastructure projects?

Construction

Oregon Pension Fund Invests in Brookfield Infrastructure

The Oregon Investment Council approved a $330 million commitment to Brookfield's global infrastructure strategy.

Oregon Pension Fund Invests in Brookfield Infrastructure

Utilities

Utilities

PacifiCorp Wildfire Case Heads to Oregon Supreme Court

Justices will hear arguments in James v. PacifiCorp, a class action over more than $1.2 billion in damages from four 2020 wildfires.


Oil and Gas

Live Poll

Are you seeing a noticeable decrease in the fuel prices you pay for your household?

Oil and Gas

Oregon Gas Prices Fall Amid Lower Fuel Demand

The average cost of regular gasoline in Oregon dropped by seven cents this week as demand cools across the state.

Oregon Gas Prices Fall Amid Lower Fuel Demand

More in Industry

This section follows supply chain disruptions, sector-wide regulatory updates, employment trends and market consolidation. Reporting reaches from the capital to the rural counties where primary industries operate. The state economy relies heavily on specialized manufacturing and resource sectors that react quickly to national policy changes. Workforce availability and infrastructure capacity are the two main constraints that recur in stories across nearly every vertical.