Macroeconomic Indicators To Watch In 2024
June 17, 2024
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Six data points showcase what’s happening in the larger economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
Loan Originations
Originations Slide As Lenders Tighten Underwriting
June 10, 2024
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The Federal Reserve is projected to cut rates several times in 2024; however, soaring prices and dwindling savings still leave Americans with little incentive to make a big purchase.
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.
Earth Day Is Every Day For Green Lenders
April 22, 2024
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New stores of federal funding are now available to help credit unions cultivate a growing business in solar and more.
High Rates + Costly Assets = Slow Lending
March 11, 2024
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Following years of elevated output, lending returned to historic norms in 2023.
Ready To Make The Most Of Today’s Lending Environment? Wright-Patt Credit Union Is.
February 5, 2024
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Interest rates and inflation meet member budgetary challenges, but this Ohio credit union has a plan for that.
Indirect Delinquency Continues To Outpace Direct
January 29, 2024
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Loans sourced from third parties helped credit unions make up for plummeting originations and foot traffic during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the strategy has presented increased risk.
2024 Vendor Showcase
January 22, 2024
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Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2023
November 13, 2023
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Credit union performance in the third quarter echoed that of the second, with continued tightening of liquidity, diminishing ROA, and deteriorating asset quality.
Challenges And Opportunities In Member Business Lending
September 25, 2023
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A shift toward technology-driven business models can help credit unions streamline operations, enhance member experience, and maintain competitiveness.
Macroeconomic Indicators To Watch In 2024
Six data points showcase what's happening in the larger economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
Originations Slide As Lenders Tighten Underwriting
The Federal Reserve is projected to cut rates several times in 2024; however, soaring prices and dwindling savings still leave Americans with little incentive to ...
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.
Earth Day Is Every Day For Green Lenders
New stores of federal funding are now available to help credit unions cultivate a growing business in solar and more.
High Rates + Costly Assets = Slow Lending
Following years of elevated output, lending returned to historic norms in 2023.
Ready To Make The Most Of Today’s Lending Environment? Wright-Patt Credit Union Is.
Interest rates and inflation meet member budgetary challenges, but this Ohio credit union has a plan for that.
Indirect Delinquency Continues To Outpace Direct
Loans sourced from third parties helped credit unions make up for plummeting originations and foot traffic during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the strategy has presented ...
2024 Vendor Showcase
Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2023
Credit union performance in the third quarter echoed that of the second, with continued tightening of liquidity, diminishing ROA, and deteriorating asset quality.
Challenges And Opportunities In Member Business Lending
A shift toward technology-driven business models can help credit unions streamline operations, enhance member experience, and maintain competitiveness.
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