How To Teach An Old State New Tricks
Maine’s people and traditions are changing. Infinity FCU, one of the state’s largest credit unions, is evolving with the times.
Maine’s people and traditions are changing. Infinity FCU, one of the state’s largest credit unions, is evolving with the times.
How a flat yield curve and a 2-year-old regulation are pushing two credit unions toward more conservative investment portfolios.
Member Mania couples a cash incentive with engagement expectations to draw in potential members as well as reward those who actively promote the credit union.
To create a culture of empowerment, Infinity FCU gives employees a vision to work toward, a decision-making model that managers stand behind, and ongoing training opportunities.
Credit unions must strike the right balance between the risks they take and the rewards they seek.
Maine credit unions reported strong loan growth in the third quarter of 2018. Member relationships in the state strengthened as credit unions reported growth in both average share and loan balances.
Credit unions across the country spread cheer on social media.
From conservative shop to risk-taker, Infinity FCU shares its five-year transformation into new loan products and C-D-E credit tier members.
An interactive graphic by Callahan & Associates highlights ROM leaders by state. Who’s tops in your state?
The average member relationship surpassed $18,000 for credit unions in the New England states. In what other areas do these cooperatives excel?

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.