Industry Insights
When It Comes To Wage Growth, Does It Finally Pay To Stay?
April 21, 2025
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For the first time in 15 years, salary growth for loyal employees outpaces those who leap from job to job.
A Look Inside Consumer Sentiment
April 14, 2025
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Recent drops in consumer sentiment indicators reveal a complex mix of financial pessimism, political influence, and generational divides.
Sweeping Tariffs Leave The Fed In An Unenviable Position
April 10, 2025
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
Real Credit Unions Meet Artificial Intelligence
April 7, 2025
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It’s all about AI this week on CreditUnions.com with real-life case studies, thought leadership, and more.
An AI Success Checklist For Credit Unions
April 7, 2025
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Key steps to help credit unions thoughtfully integrate AI across different areas to ensure a secure, effective approach to artificial intelligence.
AI Is For Everyone
April 7, 2025
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Generative AI offers both opportunities and risks for credit unions. Understanding its capabilities and how to adopt it thoughtfully is the first step toward embracing its real-world applications.
The Callahan Guide To The 2025 Final Four
April 4, 2025
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Bracket busted? Our predictions of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball championship could help you pick a winner.
Higher Rates Bring More Non-Fixed Mortgages
March 31, 2025
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Elevated interest rates make fixed-rate mortgages less attractive to borrowers. In today’s environment, adjustable-rate and balloon/hybrid options offer more attractive payments and short-term flexibility.
Celebrating 40 Years Of Credit Union Impact
March 31, 2025
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From shaping the industry’s approach to data to framing the conversation around key industry issues, here’s a look at the impact we’ve made — and what’s to come
When It Comes To Wage Growth, Does It Finally Pay To Stay?
For the first time in 15 years, salary growth for loyal employees outpaces those who leap from job to job.
A Look Inside Consumer Sentiment
Recent drops in consumer sentiment indicators reveal a complex mix of financial pessimism, political influence, and generational divides.
Real Credit Unions Meet Artificial Intelligence
It's all about AI this week on CreditUnions.com with real-life case studies, thought leadership, and more.
An AI Success Checklist For Credit Unions
Key steps to help credit unions thoughtfully integrate AI across different areas to ensure a secure, effective approach to artificial intelligence.
AI Is For Everyone
Generative AI offers both opportunities and risks for credit unions. Understanding its capabilities and how to adopt it thoughtfully is the first step toward embracing ...
The Callahan Guide To The 2025 Final Four
Bracket busted? Our predictions of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball championship could help you pick a winner.
Higher Rates Bring More Non-Fixed Mortgages
Elevated interest rates make fixed-rate mortgages less attractive to borrowers. In today’s environment, adjustable-rate and balloon/hybrid options offer more attractive payments and short-term flexibility.
Celebrating 40 Years Of Credit Union Impact
From shaping the industry’s approach to data to framing the conversation around key industry issues, here’s a look at the impact we’ve made — and ...
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New Highs For Equity Markets Despite Iran And Oil Prices
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
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Balancing Growth And Risk In Uncertain Lending Environments
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Traditional risk tools alone aren’t enough. Portfolio protection must evolve to meet members within the lending experience itself.
The Line Between Growth And Impact Was Blurry. Wright-Patt Decided To Redraw It.
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The Ohio cooperative is refining the role of its foundation to clarify what belongs within the credit union and what belongs under its charitable arm, strengthening focus and long term strategy for both.
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The credit union migrated its on-premises contact center and implemented workforce management software to maximize efficiency, minimize costs, and provide a better member experience.
The 84-Month Trap: How Negative Equity Is Quietly Undermining Your Auto Portfolio
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A new approach to vehicle affordability for credit unions.
2 Tactics To Increase Young Member Engagement
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Youth banking programs, in-school branches, and a warm handoff to adulthood builds habits and relationships that last well beyond graduation.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
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Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
Sweeping Tariffs Leave The Fed In An Unenviable Position