Resources - Portland Metro Chamber

Barge by Fremont bridge on Willamette River

April 2025

2025 State of Oregon Trade report

For years, Oregon has exported more than it imports resulting in a trade surplus. International trade in Oregon fuels local jobs, drives wage growth, and connects Oregon's economy to the world.

February 2025

Chamber releases State of the Economy and State of Downtown & Central City reports

The Portland Metro Chamber released its annual analysis tracking population, jobs, housing affordability and other economic indicators highlighting the vital role of our region to the state.

February 2025

2025 State of the Economy

This report shows troubling economic trends and our region must become competitive or face the realities that other cities have faced - an urban doom loop.

February 2025

2025 State of Downtown & the Central City

In this year's report, we document the first steps of the Central City recovery locally and in comparison with peer cities.

February 2025

Chamber unveils 2025 Regional Policy Agenda

We have laid the groundwork for strong future economic growth. It is vital to work together with new leadership to keep Portland on track and drive economic recovery.

October 2024

2025 scholarship applications now open for the Small Business Management Program

Level up your small business! Applications for the Small Business Management scholarship program are open through October 31.

September 2024

2024 PDX Pop-Up Shop applications now open!

Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, in partnership with the Portland Metro Chamber, is excited to announce an open call for participants for the 2024 PDX Pop-Up Shop Program!