Bonds Still Present No Gift
The German bond market led the way on Wednesday as the 10-year note closed the day at 0.85%.
The German bond market led the way on Wednesday as the 10-year note closed the day at 0.85%.
Global stock markets are having a sympathetic reaction to the Shanghai Composite.
The markets are trading quietly as the Fed takes a wait-and-see approach on raising interest rates.
Bond traders are on their tiptoes in an effort to not disturb the German beast.
Credit unions are increasing their holdings in securities available-for-sale while banks are increasing their holdings in securities held-to-maturity. How do these different strategies relate to price risk?
Fed chair Janet Yellen’s comments during an IMF conference on Wednesday contributed to a global sell-off of stocks last night.
Dow futures are down 20 points in preopening trading and bond prices are close to unchanged to start the last day of April.
As America continues to transform itself economically, credit unions are becoming more involved in their communities.
The NASDAQ teeters on the precipice of breaking even after 15 years, and the German 10-year yield sneaks a surprise attack on the bond market.
Disappointing numbers in U.S. housing starts could be a lingering effect of the winter blues.

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.

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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.

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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.
Bonds Still Present No Gift