Loan Growth Smashed Records In The Fourth Quarter
Loan balances were up 20% year-over-year, surpassing the previous industry record.
Loan balances were up 20% year-over-year, surpassing the previous industry record.
DEI, financial wellbeing, and economic uncertainty were the big topics of the day.
The battle for fee income, the crucial role of impact, and more were all highlights of the first day’s sessions in Washington.
Americans are buying their first homes — and selling them — at the oldest average age on record.
Pumping up membership via indirect loans can be beneficial, but the strategy has its downsides.
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Dive into the performance trends that shaped the final quarter of the year, and learn how those metrics could impact the months ahead.
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Commercial real estate loans now comprise more than 90% of the total portfolio, but economic shifts could blunt their growth.
Uncertainty surrounding the financial health of members pushed credit unions to set aside more money to cover loan losses in the fourth quarter.

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Discover how small to midsize credit unions can weather the economic headwinds hitting their communities right now.

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

At Service Credit Union, Dave Widener connects data, strategy, and culture to shape better outcomes for members.
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