5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
Despite economic uncertainty, credit unions and their members are displaying resilience through methodical improvement.
Despite economic uncertainty, credit unions and their members are displaying resilience through methodical improvement.
The U.S. economy is throwing up mixed signals, but America’s credit unions are delivering value and, in turn, enjoying deeper relationships, higher originations, and a stronger bottom line.
With economic uncertainty on the horizon, credit union members are moving money into lower-term deposits and paying down debt, helping to boost margins and lower delinquency across the industry.
With shares outpacing loans and indirect lending bringing in fewer members, credit unions focused on what they do best in the fourth quarter: serving core members.
Member-first strategies come to the forefront in a changing rate environment.
With the Fed poised to continue cutting interest rates, the near-term outlook for the credit union earnings model is much more promising.
Credit unions leverage their member-first mission to better serve all members, even those of modest means, making cooperatives especially valuable in challenging economic times.
With “junk fees” in the crosshairs in Washington, Callahan takes a deep dive into how that revenue impacts the balance sheet and what the future could hold.
Rising interest rates helped credit unions boost margins in 2023; however, increased provisions ate into ROA.
Dive into the performance trends that shaped the final quarter of the year, and learn how those metrics could impact the months ahead.

Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.

A pair of CDFI grants allowed the Florida-based credit union to help members restart their lives on the island or relocate to the United States.

From the boardroom to the branch floor, credit union leaders share thoughts on being different, embracing challenges, keeping mission top of mind, and more.

The right people in the right positions can make a meaningful difference in driving success and exploring opportunities.

The editorial team at Callahan & Associates weighs in on stories that defined 2025 through actionable strategies, meaningful insights, and perspectives that continue to influence the cooperative movement.

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Despite economic uncertainty, credit unions and their members are displaying resilience through methodical improvement.

Discover how two employee awards honor the Arizona credit union’s commitment to a team-first culture while boosting employee engagement and workplace culture.

AI is removing friction from financial decisions, giving consumers more control over their money and forcing banks and credit unions to compete on real value.

The organizational structures for the marketing teams at 3Rivers FCU and Leaders Credit Union couldn’t be more different, but they share a common goal.