5 Key Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2022
Lending was the theme of the third quarter as the economic environment undergoes a complete reversal.
Lending was the theme of the third quarter as the economic environment undergoes a complete reversal.
Rising rates, soaring inflation, and an unstable economy could make for a grim holiday season, but CreditUnions.com has inspiring stories of credit unions bringing joy to others.
A confluence of major factors have resulted in some of the weakest share growth in several years.
Auto inflation has slowed since its second quarter peak but remains significantly higher than historical levels.
As more and more young workers become detached from their jobs, what can credit union leaders do to re-engage their employees?
Business and community development have transformed this new CEO into a listening leader.
Record inflation has contributed to a surge in credit card spending, reversing a trend noted early in the pandemic.
A look back at the Great Recession and subsequent industry performance offers an understanding of risks and opportunities in the current economic climate.
If history is a guide, the average yield on loans will take time to adjust to the sharp increases in the federal funds rate.
A map of the United States shows where credit unions dominate in different areas of the loan portfolio.

The credit union completed a three acre headquarters campus in 2021 that offers 52% more space while consuming a fraction of the resources. It’s a model of how cooperatives can lead on sustainability without sacrificing performance.

CDFI credit unions might be fewer in number, but their impact reaches millions of members, and their footprint highlights how targeted mission can translate into broad, measurable reach.

Preventable fraud losses quietly erode credit union margins. The difference between a 25% and 6% loss rate isn’t risk. It’s execution.

Holy Rosary Credit Union has embedded itself into a local high school’s career and technical education program, offering scholarships, internships, and courses eligible for college credit.

Credit union leaders want to know where peers are placing their focus. These six priorities reflect how leadership teams are responding to change with intention and clarity.

As margin support begins to fade, earnings performance is becoming more sensitive to revenue mix and harder to interpret through public reporting alone.

Harvard FCU combines digital estate planning with human financial guidance to support positive, proactive wealth transfer across generations.

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.