5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2023
With liquidity still a top concern, credit unions are shifting their focus to find more ways to draw in additional sources of funding.
With liquidity still a top concern, credit unions are shifting their focus to find more ways to draw in additional sources of funding.
Inflation has eased, but rebuilding a cushion of savings has proven difficult for many Americans.
Rate hikes and bank failures create concerns about market stability, but job numbers remain a beacon of optimism.
Inflation eased, and GDP was better than expected, but widespread uncertainty has members seeking financial stability.
A preview of the economic and performance trends that shaped the credit union industry during the first quarter, and how that could impact the months to come.
After a year filled with economic uncertainty and recent high-profile bank failures, there’s more reason than ever for credit unions to double down on service.
Hiring slowed during the pandemic, but credit union employee growth beat the national average.
The sports analysts at Callahan & Associates wrap up March Madness with predictions based on credit union performance data. Which team will reign supreme?
GreenState Credit Union has refined the art of managing its liquidity pipeline with non-member deposits.
The crisis is still unfolding, but the latest high-profile bank failure has plenty of takeaways for credit unions around asset management, net worth, communication, and more.

Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.

A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.

Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.

Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.

Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.

After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.

The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.

How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.

How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.

Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
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