4 Opportunities For 2019
January 7, 2019
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This past year, leaders at Callahan & Associates have noted several recurring themes that the firm has identified as opportunities for 2019.
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Outlook For Global Risk Markets Grim Heading Into 2019
January 4, 2019
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This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
Lending By The Numbers (3Q18)
January 2, 2019
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Total loans at U.S. credit unions increased 9.5% in the third quarter of 2018 and reached an all-time high.
Credit Cards By The Numbers (3Q18)
January 2, 2019
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Credit card balances were up 8.4% annually to $59.9 billion as of Sept. 30, 2018.
Investments By The Numbers (3Q18)
January 2, 2019
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Cash and investment balances at credit unions fell 5.4% year-over-year, however, investment yields reached the highest third quarter level since September 2010.
Anatomy Of Infinity Federal Credit Union
January 1, 2019
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The ANATOMY series is a quarterly, multi-feature profile that explores the strategies and analyzes the performance of an exemplary credit union.
A New Day. A New Culture. A New Balance Sheet.
January 1, 2019
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After playing it safe for more than a decade, Infinity FCU sets a new course with checking accounts, consumer loans, and chutzpah.
The Beginning Of A Beautiful Friendship
January 1, 2019
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Infinity FCU’s marketing and business analytics teams collaborate on product-specific initiatives as well as long-term branch expansion plans.
Chris Leggett On Leadership
January 1, 2019
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The CEO of LGE Community Credit Union talks mentors, teams, and putting members first.
27 Trillion Ways To Make Better Decisions
January 1, 2019
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The information contained in Infinity FCU’s data warehouse contains many stories to improve member service.
4 Opportunities For 2019
This past year, leaders at Callahan & Associates have noted several recurring themes that the firm has identified as opportunities for 2019.
Lending By The Numbers (3Q18)
Total loans at U.S. credit unions increased 9.5% in the third quarter of 2018 and reached an all-time high.
Credit Cards By The Numbers (3Q18)
Credit card balances were up 8.4% annually to $59.9 billion as of Sept. 30, 2018.
Investments By The Numbers (3Q18)
Cash and investment balances at credit unions fell 5.4% year-over-year, however, investment yields reached the highest third quarter level since September 2010.
Anatomy Of Infinity Federal Credit Union
The ANATOMY series is a quarterly, multi-feature profile that explores the strategies and analyzes the performance of an exemplary credit union.
A New Day. A New Culture. A New Balance Sheet.
After playing it safe for more than a decade, Infinity FCU sets a new course with checking accounts, consumer loans, and chutzpah.
The Beginning Of A Beautiful Friendship
Infinity FCU’s marketing and business analytics teams collaborate on product-specific initiatives as well as long-term branch expansion plans.
Chris Leggett On Leadership
The CEO of LGE Community Credit Union talks mentors, teams, and putting members first.
27 Trillion Ways To Make Better Decisions
The information contained in Infinity FCU’s data warehouse contains many stories to improve member service.
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