Quarterly Market Snapshot And Two-Year Financial Statement (3Q 2024)
The latest quarterly performance metrics from across the credit union industry, including loan growth, income and expenses, and more.
The latest quarterly performance metrics from across the credit union industry, including loan growth, income and expenses, and more.
Credit unions posted record revenue in the third quarter thanks to large gains in loan and investment income, yet asset quality worsened as the industry braced for interest rate cuts.
Credit unions leverage their member-first mission to better serve all members, even those of modest means, making cooperatives especially valuable in challenging economic times.
Credit unions are reigniting investment strategies amid rate shifts and slowing loan demand.
Market pressures and compliance challenges are just two variables pushing cooperatives to hand off their card operations.
With membership growth outpacing employee growth, member service representatives today are serving more members than they did five years ago.
Whether a credit union selects a federal or state charter depends heavily on that institution’s regulatory needs and expansion goals.
With costs and regulatory pressures rising, many institutions are turning to an agent-issuing model to ensure members get superior service.
With “junk fees” in the crosshairs in Washington, Callahan takes a deep dive into how that revenue impacts the balance sheet and what the future could hold.
Greenwood and Metro Credit Unions are both reporting deposit growth far above the industry average, thanks in part to a focus on commercial accounts.

As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.

Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.

Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.

Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.

A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.

A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.

Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.

Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.

How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?

Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.
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