An annual report on the economic health of the Portland region shows an economy nearing a crisis. Source: opb.org

As hiring rates and job openings drop, some worry a tough job market could be here to stay. Source: bbc.com

A faltering economy, loss of regional allies and conflicts with Israel and the US have left its leaders more vulnerable than ever. Source: bloomberg.com

A faltering economy, loss of regional allies and conflicts with Israel and the US have left its leaders more vulnerable than ever. Source: bloomberg.com

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Filings for unemployment benefits are viewed as representative of U.S. layoffs and are close to a real-time indicator of the health of the job market. Source: pbs.org