A Year In Review And What Lies Ahead For Credit Unions In 2025
The cooperative industry has shown much resiliency in today’s shifting economic landscape. That sets a strong precedent for weathering whatever might come.
The cooperative industry has shown much resiliency in today’s shifting economic landscape. That sets a strong precedent for weathering whatever might come.
Delinquency and charge-offs are up for credit unions. Does that spell trouble, or is it an opportunity to help members in need?
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.
Higher interest rates have forced members to pick and choose which debts to repay and which to postpone, which doesn’t fare well for revolving products.
Credit unions posted record revenue in the third quarter thanks to large gains in loan and investment income, yet asset quality worsened as the industry braced for interest rate cuts.
Market pressures and compliance challenges are just two variables pushing cooperatives to hand off their card operations.
One year after implementation, there’s still work to be done when it comes to new rules around expected credit losses.
With interest rates up and economic growth tepid, credit union leaders are tracking key performance ratios in their loan portfolios.
Asset quality, liquidity, and revenue are all on the minds of credit union leaders. Here’s what the data has to say about that and more.
Following years of elevated output, lending returned to historic norms in 2023.

A pair of CDFI grants allowed the Florida-based credit union to help members restart their lives on the island or relocate to the United States.

From the boardroom to the branch floor, credit union leaders share thoughts on being different, embracing challenges, keeping mission top of mind, and more.

The right people in the right positions can make a meaningful difference in driving success and exploring opportunities.

The editorial team at Callahan & Associates weighs in on stories that defined 2025 through actionable strategies, meaningful insights, and perspectives that continue to influence the cooperative movement.

Despite economic uncertainty, credit unions and their members are displaying resilience through methodical improvement.

Discover how two employee awards honor the Arizona credit union’s commitment to a team-first culture while boosting employee engagement and workplace culture.

AI is removing friction from financial decisions, giving consumers more control over their money and forcing banks and credit unions to compete on real value.

The organizational structures for the marketing teams at 3Rivers FCU and Leaders Credit Union couldn’t be more different, but they share a common goal.

NOLA Firemen’s FCU helps members qualify for a mortgage in a state where poverty is high and insurance premiums are keeping many would-be borrowers out of a home.

Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
A Year In Review And What Lies Ahead For Credit Unions In 2025