Tightening Liquidity Pushes Cooperatives To Slow Indirect Lending
November 20, 2023
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Third quarter data highlights the dynamic between liquidity challenges and lending strategy.
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Navigating Asset Quality In A Slowing Economy
November 13, 2023
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Delinquency in on the rise, but some areas of the loan portfolio are performing notably better than others.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2023
November 13, 2023
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Credit union performance in the third quarter echoed that of the second, with continued tightening of liquidity, diminishing ROA, and deteriorating asset quality.
Inflation-Adjusted Yields Surge. Mortgage Rates March North Of 8% In October.
November 13, 2023
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Different Incomes. Different Needs.
November 6, 2023
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An analysis of loan portfolios for credit unions with and without a low-income designation illustrates how consumers’ income levels impact borrowing.
3 Trends At Low-Income And CDFI Credit Unions
October 30, 2023
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Designations focused on serving members of modest means can lead to vastly different financial outcomes for credit unions.
Credit Union Performance Extends Beyond The Balance Sheet
October 30, 2023
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A look at how broad economic trends are impacting the bottom line at credit unions.
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 World Series
October 27, 2023
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Will it be the D-Backs or Rangers in this year’s Fall Classic? Callahan’s credit union data could have the answer.
Have High Interest Rates Put A Dent In Housing Prices?
October 23, 2023
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Surging interest rates historically have dampened homebuyer enthusiasm, but housing supply also is playing a role in today’s originations.
Consumers Give The Economy Two Thumbs Down
October 17, 2023
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Increased pessimism — and credit card balances — present credit unions with the opportunity to help members improve their financial wellbeing.
Tightening Liquidity Pushes Cooperatives To Slow Indirect Lending
Third quarter data highlights the dynamic between liquidity challenges and lending strategy.
Navigating Asset Quality In A Slowing Economy
Delinquency in on the rise, but some areas of the loan portfolio are performing notably better than others.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2023
Credit union performance in the third quarter echoed that of the second, with continued tightening of liquidity, diminishing ROA, and deteriorating asset quality.
Different Incomes. Different Needs.
An analysis of loan portfolios for credit unions with and without a low-income designation illustrates how consumers’ income levels impact borrowing.
3 Trends At Low-Income And CDFI Credit Unions
Designations focused on serving members of modest means can lead to vastly different financial outcomes for credit unions.
Credit Union Performance Extends Beyond The Balance Sheet
A look at how broad economic trends are impacting the bottom line at credit unions.
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 World Series
Will it be the D-Backs or Rangers in this year's Fall Classic? Callahan's credit union data could have the answer.
Have High Interest Rates Put A Dent In Housing Prices?
Surging interest rates historically have dampened homebuyer enthusiasm, but housing supply also is playing a role in today’s originations.
Consumers Give The Economy Two Thumbs Down
Increased pessimism — and credit card balances — present credit unions with the opportunity to help members improve their financial wellbeing.
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Inflation-Adjusted Yields Surge. Mortgage Rates March North Of 8% In October.