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Oregon Unemployment Rises to 4.8% Amid Job Losses
6/20/2025
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Story summary
- Oregon's unemployment rate increased to 4.8% in May, up from 4.7% in April.
- The national unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%.
- Oregon's non-farm payrolls decreased by 1,400 jobs in May.
- Leisure and hospitality gained 1,300 jobs, while construction and manufacturing lost 1,700 and 1,200 jobs, respectively.
- Semiconductor manufacturing experienced notable job losses.
