Trendwatch 2Q25
August 12, 2025
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Join Callahan & Associates for a look at 2Q25 credit union performance trends
Economy
Multiple Economic Reports Bring A Climactic End To July
August 8, 2025
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
5 Graphs That Explain Credit Union Loan Growth In 2025
August 4, 2025
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A changing economic climate is reshaping consumer borrowing patterns, presenting new challenges and opportunities for credit union lenders.
The New Retirement Reality Reveals Startling Facts
July 28, 2025
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A 2025 BlackRock survey presents a snapshot of retirement readiness and shows Americans are saving, struggling, and still working.
A Strong Month For Credit-Risky Assets. Higher Levels Of Anxiety In Manufacturing.
July 21, 2025
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Macroeconomics: First Quarter Trends Or Headwinds?
June 23, 2025
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Six data points showcase key dynamics shaping the U.S. economy that could direct credit union decision-making in the year to come.
Credit Union Asset Quality In 1Q 2025
June 23, 2025
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Delinquency and charge-offs have largely plateaued from last year. Encouragingly, many products improved compared to the previous quarter.
Credit Union Savers Favor Flexibility Over Returns
June 23, 2025
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Members are changing the way they deposit their money, saving more and opting for lower-yielding, more liquid account types.
What Is Stagflation? And What Does It Mean For Credit Unions?
June 9, 2025
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The growing risk of stagflation puts the Federal Reserve in a difficult position and raises the stakes on potential consequences for member finances, investment portfolios, and margin management.
Markets Responded Well To Reduced Trade Fears In May
June 9, 2025
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Trendwatch 2Q25
Join Callahan & Associates for a look at 2Q25 credit union performance trends
5 Graphs That Explain Credit Union Loan Growth In 2025
A changing economic climate is reshaping consumer borrowing patterns, presenting new challenges and opportunities for credit union lenders.
The New Retirement Reality Reveals Startling Facts
A 2025 BlackRock survey presents a snapshot of retirement readiness and shows Americans are saving, struggling, and still working.
A Strong Month For Credit-Risky Assets. Higher Levels Of Anxiety In Manufacturing.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Macroeconomics: First Quarter Trends Or Headwinds?
Six data points showcase key dynamics shaping the U.S. economy that could direct credit union decision-making in the year to come.
Credit Union Asset Quality In 1Q 2025
Delinquency and charge-offs have largely plateaued from last year. Encouragingly, many products improved compared to the previous quarter.
Credit Union Savers Favor Flexibility Over Returns
Members are changing the way they deposit their money, saving more and opting for lower-yielding, more liquid account types.
What Is Stagflation? And What Does It Mean For Credit Unions?
The growing risk of stagflation puts the Federal Reserve in a difficult position and raises the stakes on potential consequences for member finances, investment portfolios, ...
Markets Responded Well To Reduced Trade Fears In May
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
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Multiple Economic Reports Bring A Climactic End To July