On the platinum anniversary of International Credit Union Day, we look at how some credit unions are offering patronage perks to showcase the credit union difference.
On the platinum anniversary of International Credit Union Day, CreditUnions.com looks at how different credit unions return value to members to showcase the credit union difference.
Fort Knox FCU is raising rates on its money market account to discourage members from taking their business elsewhere.
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union redirects incentive payouts on ancillary loan services to contribute to foundation funding.
Top-Level Takeaways Starting with a 2014 core conversion, St. Mary’s Bank has taken a four-year journey deeper into business intelligence and analytics. Before it could leverage the full power of analytics, the nation’s oldest credit union first needed employee buy-in to try a new reporting technology and automate hundreds of manual reports. Melissa Pomeroy was
A growing list of cash-back rewards for member engagement is a linchpin of Rogue Credit Union’s loyalty strategy.
Rogue Credit Union doubles down on loyalty and forges its own path in service of its Southern Oregon market.
There are hundreds of state and credit union league foundations across the United States that accept and disperse charitable donations with the goal of leaving a lasting legacy on their communities. Here, three credit unions and two leagues discuss start-up capital for their foundations, ongoing financial stability, and more. For credit unions thinking about standing
In search of liquidity, Day Air Credit Union introduces a five-year certificate at 3.05% APY.
Top-Level Takeaways BCU built its data warehouse in 2006. Since then, the information it contains has ballooned, requiring a better way to query, understand, and validate the data. A centralized member intelligence team is establishing stricter data governance and standards. “BCU ($3.2B, Vernon Hills, IL) has an insatiable appetite for data” says credit union vice
A look at year-end performance trends reveals how earnings, affordability pressures, and asset quality are redefining the operating environment heading into 2026.
Members are struggling with an affordability crisis that is changing how they manage debt, and new behaviors are showing up across the credit union loan portfolio.
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
Credit union asset quality didn’t collapse in 2025 — but it didn’t cooperate, either. What’s going on, and are credit unions prepared to respond in 2026?
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
The affordability crisis extends far beyond big-ticket expenses. As the rising cost of basic necessities outpaces income growth, household budgets are under strain and long-term financial stability is increasingly at risk.
As credit unions move deeper into 2026, the earnings conversation is shifting. Elevated interest rates have boosted margins and strengthened earnings flexibility, but that advantage won’t persist indefinitely.
A radical shift is taking place in the way consumers move money and engage with their financial institution.
How the Michigan-based cooperative’s “Culture of Finance” curriculum is reframing financial education.