Macroeconomic Indicators In 2Q24
September 11, 2024
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Six data points showcase what’s happening in the U.S. economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
Institutional Investments
5 Graphs That Explain Today’s Investment Portfolio
September 10, 2024
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Credit unions are reigniting investment strategies amid rate shifts and slowing loan demand.
So Much For Calmer Markets
August 8, 2024
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Despite a likely ease in monetary policy coming soon from the Federal Reserve, early August has seen plenty of tumult.
Revisiting 2024 Economic Themes At Midyear
July 8, 2024
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2024
May 13, 2024
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Asset quality, liquidity, and revenue are all on the minds of credit union leaders. Here’s what the data has to say about that and more.
Credit Union Revenue Hits $89 Billion
December 11, 2023
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Higher interest rates in 2023 underpinned an increase in total revenue, which hit a record high in the third quarter.
Investments Offer A Glimmer Of Hope For Liquidity
November 27, 2023
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The average time to maturity of investment portfolios shortened in the third quarter, a positive sign for credit union liquidity.
Navigating Liquidity In Testing Times: Insights From Leaders Credit Union
July 24, 2023
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The Tennessee cooperative uses a “balanced balance sheet approach” to ensure steady growth in lending and deposits.
Credit Union Liquidity Profile By State
May 15, 2023
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The failure of First Republic Bank in early May has consumers worried about liquidity in the financial system. Here’s where credit unions landed at year-end 2022.
Upside Surprises Spark Market Repricing
March 20, 2023
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Macroeconomic Indicators In 2Q24
Six data points showcase what's happening in the U.S. economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
5 Graphs That Explain Today’s Investment Portfolio
Credit unions are reigniting investment strategies amid rate shifts and slowing loan demand.
Revisiting 2024 Economic Themes At Midyear
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2024
Asset quality, liquidity, and revenue are all on the minds of credit union leaders. Here's what the data has to say about that and more.
Credit Union Revenue Hits $89 Billion
Higher interest rates in 2023 underpinned an increase in total revenue, which hit a record high in the third quarter.
Investments Offer A Glimmer Of Hope For Liquidity
The average time to maturity of investment portfolios shortened in the third quarter, a positive sign for credit union liquidity.
Navigating Liquidity In Testing Times: Insights From Leaders Credit Union
The Tennessee cooperative uses a “balanced balance sheet approach” to ensure steady growth in lending and deposits.
Credit Union Liquidity Profile By State
The failure of First Republic Bank in early May has consumers worried about liquidity in the financial system. Here’s where credit unions landed at year-end ...
Upside Surprises Spark Market Repricing
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
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