3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 4Q 2016
Loans, member relationships, and sources of non-interest income. How did credit unions perform in fourth quarter?
Loans, member relationships, and sources of non-interest income. How did credit unions perform in fourth quarter?
How Texas Trust’s approach to lending, technology, and convenience paved the path to asset growth.
Which states rank top in the nation for credit union auto loan originations?
Credit unions originated $343.6 billion through third quarter 2016 — that’s an all-time record. See which areas contributed to this double-digit year-over-year growth.
Indirect loans are taking an ever-increasing share of the auto portfolio, but growth is not even across credit union location and size.
How automated automobiles threaten to disrupt American society and the credit union business.
More options might seem like a good idea, but streamlined offerings also benefit both credit unions and their members.
Five can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
With many major banks and lenders pulling out of prime lending, credit unions are now poised for solid growth and have the opportunity to serve even more members.
What the future holds for the venerable industry.

Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.

RKL offers insight, expertise, and experience to help fight off growing threats.

Members are anxious about their financial futures, even as credit unions remain financially strong. Institutions that respond to this moment can make 2026 a turning point.

Global events are flowing directly into household budgets, reshaping how credit union members save, borrow, and cope. Such trends don’t always show up in headline data.

Credit unions are benefiting from a rare margin advantage as loans reprice slower than deposits. The question now is how institutions will use that strength to better serve members.

Membership growth is slowing, but financial activity is not. What does the modern financial relationship look like?

Inflation, war, and uncertain futures have reshaped members’ needs in 2026. What does credit union performance data from the first quarter of 2026 say about household budgets, inflation pressures, and more?

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

Today’s job market is shaped by skills based expectations, with employers slowing entry level hiring and placing greater emphasis on applied experience.

St. Cloud Financial is betting on digital assets to protect member relationships and future relevance. It’s picked up lessons for other leaders along the way.
The Rise Of The Machines