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A Fast-Moving Mission Propels Connex Credit Union Forward

The cooperative is closing the wealth gap in its Connecticut communities through home loans, charitable giving, volunteerism, special products, advocacy, and more.
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Dividends Have Slipped, But Is A Turnaround On The Horizon?

In honor of International Credit Union Day, a look at how credit union dividends have shifted over time and why a rebound might be just ...
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Consumer Sentiment Slides Amid Recession Fears

High inflation and low unemployment are clashing, resulting in economic pessimism that hasn’t been seen in more than a decade.
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The Power Behind A ‘Strong’ Rebrand

A charter change and FOM expansion prompted Kern Schools FCU to rebrand as Valley Strong, but it’s a new growth mindset that has turned the ...
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Tackling Inflation And The Auto Industry, Part 1: Protecting Your Credit Union From Car Market Volatility

Today’s larger loan balances and longer loan terms leave borrowers at risk of becoming upside down, which also increases risk for credit unions in their ...
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Fighting Food Insecurity 1 Financial Lesson At A Time

A pilot program is making financial literacy information available in food banks as part of a long-term push by the league to fight food insecurity ...
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How 1 Foundation Tackles 2 Mandates

A new foundation from Excite Credit Union focuses on disaster relief and college savings to support its markets in California and North Carolina.
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Personal Savings Rate Plummets

After a pandemic-era spike, American consumers are saving at a lower rate than they have in over a decade.
Partner Perspectives

Rebound And Reboot: Why Credit Unions Are Set For A Surge In Private Student Lending

Attrition in the space will drive demand to traditional deposit-backed institutions. In turn, colleges and universities will seek stable, community-focused institutions that can support families.
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A ‘Modern Payment Solution’ Doesn’t Only Mean Digital

User experience is critical in the fight for institutional loyalty, and digital, although significant, is just one piece of the full puzzle
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