The economy feels pretty bleak to young consumers, with homeownership seeming permanently out of reach. Some credit unions are taking steps to combat that pessimism.
A new YouGov study indicates only one-third of consumers expect to have enough money saved for retirement by age 65, and virtually no one is confident about their plans once they stop working.
A March 2024 study determined Buy Now, Pay Later tools are among the top features consumers want from their payments options.
Some credit unions offer loans for trade schools and vocational programs that provide well-paying jobs without a four-year college degree.
Discover how Liberty FCU and Veridian Credit Union are successfully increasing mortgage portfolios with strategies tailored for Gen Z and millennials.
Discover what the future of finance holds at TruStage Discovery2024, the credit union industry’s largest virtual conference.
Rising electric vehicle usage has led some institutions to install electric vehicle charging stations at branches. The move could help both the planet and the bottom line.
A new program from American 1 Credit Union doesn’t let the lack of a credit score become an unsurmountable speed bump.
With brands of all stripes latching on to the summer’s biggest movie craze, they walk a fine line between being in on the joke and being the butt of the joke.
Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the financial services industry. The way credit unions respond will impact business growth for years to come.
A look back at how credit unions navigated 2024’s financial complexities to strengthen their balance sheets and build a resilient foundation for the future.
Employee engagement was a top credit union priority in 2024, as the industry worked to tackle challenges like mental health, financial wellness, change management, and more.
A look back at how credit unions championed member financial wellbeing in 2024 with innovative products and services that meet members where they are and help them thrive.
Credit unions in 2024 leveraged data, mobile branches, and innovative housing solutions to empower underserved communities, foster diversity, and create lasting member connections.
With the Fed poised to continue cutting interest rates, the near-term outlook for the credit union earnings model is much more promising.
After adjusting to a new normal following a slew of rate increases, repricing opportunities could be on the horizon.
The latest quarterly performance metrics from across the credit union industry, including loan growth, income and expenses, and more.
Higher interest rates have forced members to pick and choose which debts to repay and which to postpone, which doesn’t fare well for revolving products.
Each year, Affinity Plus takes an ice-cold dive to make a big impact in the community.
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.