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Oregon's Trade Economy Fuels 270,000 Jobs and $42B Exports

5/1/2025

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Oregon's trade economy supports over 270,000 jobs tied to international trade, as reported by the Portland Metro Chamber.
In 2022, the state exported $42 billion in goods, primarily driven by semiconductor exports.
The Oregon Department of Agriculture is conducting a survey to assess recent tariff impacts on local businesses.
Oregon ranks sixth in the U.S. for trade reliance, with major exports to Mexico and China.

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Story summary

Oregon's trade economy supports over 270,000 jobs tied to international trade, as reported by the Portland Metro Chamber.
In 2022, the state exported $42 billion in goods, primarily driven by semiconductor exports.
The Oregon Department of Agriculture is conducting a survey to assess recent tariff impacts on local businesses.
Oregon ranks sixth in the U.S. for trade reliance, with major exports to Mexico and China.