Understanding key performance metrics will help gauge early successes and identify any operational adjustments needed to achieve strategic goals.
U.S. credit unions reported a 169-basis-point decline in the efficiency ratio year-over-year. And that’s a good thing.
As interest rates tick up, the margin between interest income and interest expenses at U.S. credit unions slowly expands. Test your knowledge of the state of the net interest margin in the fourth quarter.
The credit union industry’s efficiency ratio of 69.8% as of June 30 was the lowest it’s been since 2010.
Credit unions in the Mid-Atlantic reported faster MBL growth than credit unions outside the region. In what other areas did these Mid-Atlantic cooperatives excel?
Contextualizing costs based on location can make a big difference when analyzing the bottom line.
Credit unions generate income in a multitude of ways to stay competitive in a narrowing margin environment.
The percent of revenue going toward employee compensation is reversing trend.
Check out this leader table to see which credit unions beat the industry average.
The Memphis credit union has improved retention, electronic services, and accounts per household by delivering the right messages to the right members.
As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.
Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.