With economic uncertainty on the horizon, credit union members are moving money into lower-term deposits and paying down debt, helping to boost margins and lower delinquency across the industry.
With shares outpacing loans and indirect lending bringing in fewer members, credit unions focused on what they do best in the fourth quarter: serving core members.
After adjusting to a new normal following a slew of rate increases, repricing opportunities could be on the horizon.
Credit union performance in the third quarter echoed that of the second, with continued tightening of liquidity, diminishing ROA, and deteriorating asset quality.
As credit unions repriced their asset portfolios, higher loan and investment yields bolstered margins and revenue. However, stiff competition for liquidity increased the cost of funds.
The Tennessee cooperative uses a “balanced balance sheet approach” to ensure steady growth in lending and deposits.
Line of credit usage increased just as the Federal Reserve began to hike interest rates, increasing the cost of borrowing for credit unions across the country.
Dive into the performance trends that shaped the final quarter of the year, and learn how those metrics could impact the months ahead.
Cash and investments at credit unions was down at year-end 2018 as credit unions reallocated funds to fulfill loan demand.
The federal funds rate increased four times in 2018. Test your knowledge on the role these rate hikes play in credit union loan and deposit pricing.
The mortgage lender’s latest ad isn’t just smart marketing; it’s a challenge to credit unions to step up their storytelling game and connect with members on a deeper, more emotional level.
To celebrate Mortgage Week, CreditUnions.com revisits a curated selection of strategic blueprints, marketing inspiration, and operational playbooks that deserve another moment in the spotlight.
A blended breakthrough at the Washington credit union is a smart solution for stuck borrowers.
From rent-to-income ratios to indexed pricing, credit unions can use housing data to better understand how costs affect financial wellbeing and lending risk at the ground level.
How credit unions can leverage mortgage lending to deepen member engagement and drive long-term growth.
New tools can reduce friction and improve the loan process, making life easier for borrowers and improving member loyalty.
PSECU doubles down on culture with an approach to recruitment and training that emphasizes growing talent as well as hiring it.
Internal NPS scores and employee experience surveys help the San Antonio cooperative measure worker sentiment.
Why institutions are turning to personal loans for yield and diversification.
With recession fears on the rise, industry leaders are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.