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Oregon Bankruptcies Surge 25% Amid National Economic Strain

2/16/2026

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Oregon's business bankruptcies rose 25% last year, the highest since 2013.
The rise follows national trends as consumer and business bankruptcies grow due to high rates and inflation.
Oregon's bankruptcies are growing nearly four times faster than the national rate.
Major layoffs at Nike and Intel worsen the strain for smaller suppliers.
January data show a 76% year-over-year rise in United States commercial bankruptcies; levels remain below the Great Recession.

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Oregon's business bankruptcies rose 25% last year, the highest since 2013.
The rise follows national trends as consumer and business bankruptcies grow due to high rates and inflation.
Oregon's bankruptcies are growing nearly four times faster than the national rate.
Major layoffs at Nike and Intel worsen the strain for smaller suppliers.
January data show a 76% year-over-year rise in United States commercial bankruptcies; levels remain below the Great Recession.