State In The Spotlight: Maine
Maine credit unions reported strong loan growth in the third quarter of 2018. Member relationships in the state strengthened as credit unions reported growth in both average share and loan balances.
Maine credit unions reported strong loan growth in the third quarter of 2018. Member relationships in the state strengthened as credit unions reported growth in both average share and loan balances.
Membership growth increased 35 basis points year-over-year to 4.4%, and the average member relationship expanded 3.0% year-over-year. What else happened in the third quarter?
Total auto balances were on the rise as annual growth surpassed 10.8% in the third quarter of 2018.
Deposit balances were on the rise as annual growth hit 5.0% in the third quarter of 2018.
First mortgage balances at credit unions were up 9.9% as of Sept. 30, 2018.
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Credit unions covered their operating expenses with net interest income alone for the first time in seven years.
Share certificates at credit unions are on track to post the highest growth of any deposit account.
The ratio represents a balancing act between two sides of the balance sheet. Which states are achieving the greatest harmony?
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