Tightening Liquidity Pushes Cooperatives To Slow Indirect Lending
November 20, 2023
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Third quarter data highlights the dynamic between liquidity challenges and lending strategy.
Economy
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2023
November 13, 2023
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Credit union performance in the third quarter echoed that of the second, with continued tightening of liquidity, diminishing ROA, and deteriorating asset quality.
Inflation-Adjusted Yields Surge. Mortgage Rates March North Of 8% In October.
November 13, 2023
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Credit Union Performance Extends Beyond The Balance Sheet
October 30, 2023
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A look at how broad economic trends are impacting the bottom line at credit unions.
Navigating High Rates And Shrinking Liquidity
October 30, 2023
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Vehicles are beyond the reach of many consumers. Residual-based vehicle financing is one way to manage this quandary.
Consumers Give The Economy Two Thumbs Down
October 17, 2023
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Increased pessimism — and credit card balances — present credit unions with the opportunity to help members improve their financial wellbeing.
Top-Line Revenue Expands At U.S. Credit Unions
October 9, 2023
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Credit unions added high-yielding loans to their balance sheets during the second quarter; however, higher funding costs offset some of these gains.
Optimistic Economic Outlook Leads To Talk Of ‘Immaculate Disinflation’
October 5, 2023
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
3 Key Questions For Strategic Planning
October 4, 2023
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As the industry heads to the close of a turbulent year, a few core questions can guide discussions around how to better serve members and communities.
Compensation Catches Up With The Cost Of Living
September 18, 2023
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Inflation is cooling, and American wages have finally caught up, bringing much-needed relief to American budgets.
Tightening Liquidity Pushes Cooperatives To Slow Indirect Lending
Third quarter data highlights the dynamic between liquidity challenges and lending strategy.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2023
Credit union performance in the third quarter echoed that of the second, with continued tightening of liquidity, diminishing ROA, and deteriorating asset quality.
Credit Union Performance Extends Beyond The Balance Sheet
A look at how broad economic trends are impacting the bottom line at credit unions.
Navigating High Rates And Shrinking Liquidity
Vehicles are beyond the reach of many consumers. Residual-based vehicle financing is one way to manage this quandary.
Consumers Give The Economy Two Thumbs Down
Increased pessimism — and credit card balances — present credit unions with the opportunity to help members improve their financial wellbeing.
Top-Line Revenue Expands At U.S. Credit Unions
Credit unions added high-yielding loans to their balance sheets during the second quarter; however, higher funding costs offset some of these gains.
Optimistic Economic Outlook Leads To Talk Of ‘Immaculate Disinflation’
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
3 Key Questions For Strategic Planning
As the industry heads to the close of a turbulent year, a few core questions can guide discussions around how to better serve members and ...
Compensation Catches Up With The Cost Of Living
Inflation is cooling, and American wages have finally caught up, bringing much-needed relief to American budgets.
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