First Quarter 2015 Investment Review
May 19, 2015
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This quarterly snapshot from TRUST Mutual Funds shows total investments at credit unions increased $14 billion since year-end 2014.
Credit Union Industry Commentary
A Hope For Calm
May 12, 2015
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Bond traders are on their tiptoes in an effort to not disturb the German beast.
Are You Living Under A Rock?
May 7, 2015
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TILA/RESPA integrated disclosure is so much more than a disclosure regulation. Many believe it will be a bigger deal than the Qualified Mortgage rule from January 2014.
The Floodgates Have Opened
May 6, 2015
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Fed chair Janet Yellen’s comments during an IMF conference on Wednesday contributed to a global sell-off of stocks last night.
Bonds Are Losing Their Grip On Leadership
April 30, 2015
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Dow futures are down 20 points in preopening trading and bond prices are close to unchanged to start the last day of April.
What Are Credit Unions Saying About RBC2?
April 27, 2015
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More than 1,000 credit union advocates from across the industry have made their voices heard. This selection of comments about NCUA’s revised risk-based capital proposal highlights drawbacks of the rule and underscores the importance of feedback.
23 Reasons Credit Unions Should Care About RBC2
April 27, 2015
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The deadline to submit comments about NCUA’s risk-based capital proposal is April 27. This roundup of RBC2 commentary offers inspiration and suggestions for crafting a comment.
Back To German Watch?
April 23, 2015
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The NASDAQ teeters on the precipice of breaking even after 15 years, and the German 10-year yield sneaks a surprise attack on the bond market.
RBC2: You Might Not Like What Comes Next
April 23, 2015
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Legal battle and years of uncertainty could follow a final rule like this.
NCUA Is Confused About The State Of The TCCUSF
April 21, 2015
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Data from different sources documents discrepant views about the Temporary Corporate Credit Union Stabilization Fund.
A Hope For Calm
Bond traders are on their tiptoes in an effort to not disturb the German beast.
Are You Living Under A Rock?
TILA/RESPA integrated disclosure is so much more than a disclosure regulation. Many believe it will be a bigger deal than the Qualified Mortgage rule from ...
The Floodgates Have Opened
Fed chair Janet Yellen’s comments during an IMF conference on Wednesday contributed to a global sell-off of stocks last night.
Bonds Are Losing Their Grip On Leadership
Dow futures are down 20 points in preopening trading and bond prices are close to unchanged to start the last day of April.
What Are Credit Unions Saying About RBC2?
More than 1,000 credit union advocates from across the industry have made their voices heard. This selection of comments about NCUA’s revised risk-based capital proposal ...
23 Reasons Credit Unions Should Care About RBC2
The deadline to submit comments about NCUA's risk-based capital proposal is April 27. This roundup of RBC2 commentary offers inspiration and suggestions for crafting a ...
Back To German Watch?
The NASDAQ teeters on the precipice of breaking even after 15 years, and the German 10-year yield sneaks a surprise attack on the bond market.
RBC2: You Might Not Like What Comes Next
Legal battle and years of uncertainty could follow a final rule like this.
NCUA Is Confused About The State Of The TCCUSF
Data from different sources documents discrepant views about the Temporary Corporate Credit Union Stabilization Fund.
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First Quarter 2015 Investment Review