Unpacking The Surge In Credit Union Operating Expenses
Credit unions face rising costs from compensation and services — can they balance investment with efficiency to sustain member value?
Credit unions face rising costs from compensation and services — can they balance investment with efficiency to sustain member value?
Member growth at U.S. credit unions is slowing, and credit unions are working to reignite growth, deepen engagement, and increase competitiveness amid shifting preferences and economic headwinds.
Mixed signals have left many confused about the state of the U.S. economy. Credit union leaders must evaluate competing economic narratives and position their institutions accordingly.
Delinquencies climbed across loan types in the second quarter, reversing gains made in the first three months of the year.
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The U.S. economy is throwing up mixed signals, but America’s credit unions are delivering value and, in turn, enjoying deeper relationships, higher originations, and a stronger bottom line.
A changing economic climate is reshaping consumer borrowing patterns, presenting new challenges and opportunities for credit union lenders.
Six data points showcase key dynamics shaping the U.S. economy that could direct credit union decision-making in the year to come.
Long-rumored economic headwinds came to fruition in the second quarter of 2025. The job market stalled and tariff-driven inflation creeped up, creating a double whammy for Americans and credit union members. Now as much as ever, credit unions must strive to make a difference in the lives of everyday Americans. Understanding the credit union landscape
Quarterly performance reports from Callahan & Associates highlight important metrics from across the credit union industry. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the financial statement has never been easier.

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CDFI credit unions might be fewer in number, but their impact reaches millions of members, and their footprint highlights how targeted mission can translate into broad, measurable reach.

Preventable fraud losses quietly erode credit union margins. The difference between a 25% and 6% loss rate isn’t risk. It’s execution.

Holy Rosary Credit Union has embedded itself into a local high school’s career and technical education program, offering scholarships, internships, and courses eligible for college credit.

Credit union leaders want to know where peers are placing their focus. These six priorities reflect how leadership teams are responding to change with intention and clarity.

As margin support begins to fade, earnings performance is becoming more sensitive to revenue mix and harder to interpret through public reporting alone.

Harvard FCU combines digital estate planning with human financial guidance to support positive, proactive wealth transfer across generations.

Discover how small to midsize credit unions can weather the economic headwinds hitting their communities right now.

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

At Service Credit Union, Dave Widener connects data, strategy, and culture to shape better outcomes for members.