Community Financial Flips The Script On Junk Fees
The Michigan credit union has dropped punitive overdraft fees in favor of a checking account feature that helps members save money when their spending outstrips
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The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
7 Liquidity Trends From The First Quarter
Liquidity has been front of mind for credit union leaders in recent quarters as loan and share growth battle it out on the balance sheet.
12 Ratios Every Marketing Manager Should Know
July 9, 2019
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Metrics to evaluate credit union marketing spend and bridge the gap between macro trends and micro performance.
7 Ratios Every Employee Should Know About Credit Union Lending
July 9, 2019
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Lending is the engine that powers credit unions, and these seven ratios will help every employee understand why.
Futures Imply Multiple Rate Cuts In 2019
July 8, 2019
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This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
Credit Union Industry At-A-Glance (1Q19)
June 25, 2019
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Credit union membership grew 4.0% year-over-year and share growth accelerated 65 basis points quarter-over-quarter. What else happened in first quarter?
Reverse Tier Savings, The CECL Method, Do More By Doing Good
June 24, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
3 Metrics That Are Important For First Quarter
June 11, 2019
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Understanding key performance metrics will help gauge early successes and identify any operational adjustments needed to achieve strategic goals.
Breakdown In China Negotiations Sends U.S. Risk Markets Reeling
June 7, 2019
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This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
Credit Union Investments Rise In 1Q 2019
June 3, 2019
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Stronger than expected seasonal first quarter inflows contributed to the largest quarterly jump since 2009. The average yield on investments also hit a 10-year high.
Share Balances Expand Across the Portfolio
May 31, 2019
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The share portfolio posts record first quarter growth and totals nearly $1.3 trillion as of March 2019.
International Credit Union Day 2018 Giveback: Workers
May 30, 2019
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On the platinum anniversary of International Credit Union Day, CreditUnions.com looks at how different credit unions return value to members to showcase the credit union difference.
12 Ratios Every Marketing Manager Should Know
Metrics to evaluate credit union marketing spend and bridge the gap between macro trends and micro performance.
7 Ratios Every Employee Should Know About Credit Union Lending
Lending is the engine that powers credit unions, and these seven ratios will help every employee understand why.
Credit Union Industry At-A-Glance (1Q19)
Credit union membership grew 4.0% year-over-year and share growth accelerated 65 basis points quarter-over-quarter. What else happened in first quarter?
Reverse Tier Savings, The CECL Method, Do More By Doing Good
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
3 Metrics That Are Important For First Quarter
Understanding key performance metrics will help gauge early successes and identify any operational adjustments needed to achieve strategic goals.
Breakdown In China Negotiations Sends U.S. Risk Markets Reeling
This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact ...
Credit Union Investments Rise In 1Q 2019
Stronger than expected seasonal first quarter inflows contributed to the largest quarterly jump since 2009. The average yield on investments also hit a 10-year high.
Share Balances Expand Across the Portfolio
The share portfolio posts record first quarter growth and totals nearly $1.3 trillion as of March 2019.
International Credit Union Day 2018 Giveback: Workers
On the platinum anniversary of International Credit Union Day, CreditUnions.com looks at how different credit unions return value to members to showcase the credit union ...
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3 Popular Case Studies From 2024: Where Are They Now?
Savana Morie
CreditUnions.com revisits three credit unions to learn how their strategies have evolved since their original spotlight and see what’s in store for the future.
5 Lessons About Ground-Level Intelligence From A Rooftop Farm
Alix Patterson
A national leader in urban agriculture shows how front-line insights drive real local impact — and why credit union branches are perfectly positioned to do the same.
At Kirtland Credit Union, Project Management Isn’t Just A Task. It’s An Ethos.
Aaron Passman
Kirtland Credit Union’s five-tiered scoring system and rigorous approval process might look like red tape, but it’s streamlining resource allocation and improving efficiency for credit union for growth.
Financial Wellbeing Is About More Than Vulnerability
Chris Howard
Half of Americans feel financially secure, yet one in five is suffering. A consortium of credit unions is changing the narrative by focusing on emotional engagement and trust.
How To Build AI Strategy In Real Time (Part 1)
Marc Rapport
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
How To Build AI Strategy In Real Time (Part 2)
Marc Rapport
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
Credit Union Finance Leaders Saddle Up For 2026
Aaron Passman
After an anxious 2025, CFOs and observers across the industry are preparing for the year ahead — for better or for worse.
Changes Are Why You Need Today’s Nacha Rulebook
Callahan & Associates
Quality payments are a hallmark of the ACH Network. Follow the rules and do right by members.
Hurricane Knocked The Power Out? New Orleans Firemen’s FCU Is Ready.
Aaron Passman
The next big storm in the Gulf isn’t an “if,” it’s a “when,” but the small Gulf-area credit union has a plan to help the community get back on its feet when the time comes.
6 Lessons For Credit Unions From Craft Breweries
Alix Patterson
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
Futures Imply Multiple Rate Cuts In 2019