3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2021
At second quarter, credit unions continue to guide the financial lives of their members as together they recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
At second quarter, credit unions continue to guide the financial lives of their members as together they recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
For credit unions looking to understand their members, drive value, and meet goals, dashboards are powerful tools — when done right.
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
COVID-19 relief payments underpin a continued surge in deposits, challenging loan and investment portfolios to keep pace.
HMDA data sheds light on the U.S. mortgage market every year. Mortgage production flourished in 2020, but what else happened?
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
The lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic — and the national economic response to it — linger on credit union financial statements.
Loan purchases and participations reached record levels at U.S. credit unions. Some credit unions sold loans to generate revenue or reduce risk; others purchased loans to boost ratios or yields. Learn more about what happened throughout the industry.
Credit union earnings rebounded toward the end of the year as industry players find a way to adapt their business models to a changing economic landscape.

New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.

For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.

People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.

Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.

A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.

Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.

Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.

Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.

After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.

The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
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