Explore the subtle shifts redefining the credit union core processing space and how these movements shape growth, innovation, and member experience.
Two high-performing credit unions break down their approach to FHA lending, offering real-world insights on staffing, servicing, technology, and member impact.
Explore the subtle shifts redefining the credit union core processing space and how these movements are shape growth, innovation, and member experience.
Competition is lively among the ranks of leading core processing platform providers.
The ability to expand existing member relationships is a strong foundation for any growth strategy.
Expanding electronic services is another way credit unions provide more convenience and value for their members. Which institutions lead the way in online banking usage?
Since year-end 2017, credit unions have gone from financing 19.7% of auto loans on the market to 20.5%.
Cash and investments at credit unions was down at year-end 2018 as credit unions reallocated funds to fulfill loan demand.
Commercial loans comprised 6.9% of the total lending portfolio at U.S. credit unions, an increase of 19 basis points from the same time last year.
Loan origination growth outpaced employee growth, pushing originations per employee $16,000 higher than one year ago.
A look at year-end performance trends reveals how earnings, affordability pressures, and asset quality are redefining the operating environment heading into 2026.
Members are struggling with an affordability crisis that is changing how they manage debt, and new behaviors are showing up across the credit union loan portfolio.
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
Credit union asset quality didn’t collapse in 2025 — but it didn’t cooperate, either. What’s going on, and are credit unions prepared to respond in 2026?
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
The affordability crisis extends far beyond big-ticket expenses. As the rising cost of basic necessities outpaces income growth, household budgets are under strain and long-term financial stability is increasingly at risk.
As credit unions move deeper into 2026, the earnings conversation is shifting. Elevated interest rates have boosted margins and strengthened earnings flexibility, but that advantage won’t persist indefinitely.
A radical shift is taking place in the way consumers move money and engage with their financial institution.
How the Michigan-based cooperative’s “Culture of Finance” curriculum is reframing financial education.