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A Strong Month For Credit-Risky Assets. Higher Levels Of Anxiety In Manufacturing.

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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What Should Credit Unions Know About Stablecoins?

Congress is considering new legislation around cryptocurrency, and these new tools could have profound implications for the industry.
Credit Union Industry Commentary

Build Resilience, Not Road Maps: 5 Strategic Planning Priorities For 2026 And Beyond

From employee engagement to community impact and beyond, these are the initiatives credit unions must focus on to stay aligned and prepared for the challenges ...
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Digital Wallet Usage Skews Younger, But Becoming More Ubiquitous

Those born before 1980 use digital wallets at a lower rate than younger consumers, but adoption levels are nearly equal across income levels.
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3 Ways The Balance Sheet Is Adjusting To New Borrowing Habits

Consumers are adjusting their financing habits to the new economy, and as economic realities shift, members are rethinking how — and where — they access ...
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Macroeconomics: First Quarter Trends Or Headwinds?

Six data points showcase key dynamics shaping the U.S. economy that could direct credit union decision-making in the year to come.
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Credit Union Asset Quality In 1Q 2025

Delinquency and charge-offs have largely plateaued from last year. Encouragingly, many products improved compared to the previous quarter.
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Credit Union Savers Favor Flexibility Over Returns

Members are changing the way they deposit their money, saving more and opting for lower-yielding, more liquid account types.
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Quarterly Market Snapshot And Two-Year Financial Statement (1Q 2025)

Quarterly performance reports from Callahan & Associates highlight important metrics from across the credit union industry. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the financial statement ...
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What Is Stagflation? And What Does It Mean For Credit Unions?

The growing risk of stagflation puts the Federal Reserve in a difficult position and raises the stakes on potential consequences for member finances, investment portfolios, ...

CreditUnions.com Top Picks For 2025

The editorial team at Callahan & Associates weighs in on stories that defined 2025 through actionable strategies, meaningful insights, and perspectives that continue to influence the cooperative movement.

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