Following one of the most productive lending years in the history of the credit union movement, the first quarter of 2020 offered new challenges. But strong mortgage originations negated a pullback in consumer lending to push overall loan balances higher.
Lower interest rates and overall economic uncertainty pushed the investment portfolios of commercial financial institutions nationwide toward shorter allocations in the first quarter of 2020.
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The CEO at Opportunities Credit Union discusses her credit union’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The COO at Sandia Laboratory Federal Credit Union discusses his credit union’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Historically low rates to start the year has contributed to strong mortgage lending through March.
A locked-down economy combined with volatile changes in monetary policy put lenders in a difficult position in the first quarter of 2020, as total revenue growth slowed as sources of income shifted away from interest-driven streams.
The chief human resources officer at Community First Credit Union discusses her credit union’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Rate locks and staffing boosts are two ways credit unions are pushing through mortgage applications in today’s ultra-low rate environment.
Card issuers need to create a robust and fluid approach to risk management while balancing cardmember servicing and stress.
Half of Americans feel financially secure, yet one in five is suffering. A consortium of credit unions is changing the narrative by focusing on emotional engagement and trust.
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
After an anxious 2025, CFOs and observers across the industry are preparing for the year ahead — for better or for worse.
Quality payments are a hallmark of the ACH Network. Follow the rules and do right by members.
The next big storm in the Gulf isn’t an “if,” it’s a “when,” but the small Gulf-area credit union has a plan to help the community get back on its feet when the time comes.
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Discover how First Alliance Credit Union is redefining success by putting values and member needs at the heart of everything it does.
Inflation, debt, and income inequality are fueling a K-shaped, post-pandemic recovery, widening the gap between different economic segments and challenging lower-income households.