Credit Union Lending In 2014
Seven graphics highlight where the credit union industry gained the most momentum during the past year.
Seven graphics highlight where the credit union industry gained the most momentum during the past year.
Increased efficiency and added functionality spurs a jump from 4% growth in 2013 to 8% in 2014.
Point-of-sale consumer lending in retail and medical services can help increase loan portfolios and distinguish local credit unions from large, universal banks.
These seven charts highlight how things have changed in the past year and offer insight into what it means for credit unions moving forward.
A New Jersey credit union uses two channels to boost new auto loans in fourth quarter 2014.
When indirect lending margins at Orange County’s Credit Union started to shrink, the $1.2 billion cooperative injected life into its auto portfolio with a new focus, a fresh marketing campaign, and different metrics.
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At the close of 2014, the Beaver State cooperative was the No. 3 lender in Oregon, trailing only Wells Fargo and Toyota Motor Credit.
Competition among finance and insurance products in the dealer showroom is heating up.
The Texas-based juggernaut now serves three states and nearly a million members.

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