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Impact to Oregon's Economy Unclear As Steel Prices Rise

Saturday, Dec 01 2018
News Roundup
Written by  TPB News

Oregon's Office of Economic Analysis said its uncertain how steel tariffs will impact the state's economy, while local businesses have expressed concerns that rising prices will continue to hamper production. So reports KATU News.

John Lehner, an economist with the office, said other factors like market saturation and decreased demand may impact the industry. The price of steel has gone up about 75% in the last year.

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