5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2022
September 7, 2022
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Macroeconomic shifts drove changes in member demand, which impacted top-level credit union metrics.
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For Patelco, Growth Is The Icing On The Cupcake
September 5, 2022
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A new shared location with a popular cupcake shop has reversed the credit union’s fortunes in San Ramon, CA, where one branch is now serving members better than two were previously.
Credit Union Revenue Inches Up
June 20, 2022
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Strong loan growth combined with increased investment and fee income helped propel credit union net income during the first quarter.
2 Ways To Approach Fee Relief For Members
April 25, 2022
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United FCU offers support by reducing overdraft and NSF fees; Amplify flat-out eliminates them.
How Being ‘Unapologetically Different’ Helped Buckeye State’s Turnaround
February 7, 2022
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A focus on reining in costs and changing organizational culture have transformed the Ohio-based institution.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2021
November 15, 2021
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Credit union success on the balance sheet and income statement in the third quarter is creating new opportunities for future impact.
3 Takeaways From The First Quarter Of 2021
May 17, 2021
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The lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic — and the national economic response to it — linger on credit union financial statements.
Industry Trends: Earnings (4Q20)
April 19, 2021
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Credit union earnings rebounded toward the end of the year as industry players find a way to adapt their business models to a changing economic landscape.
Credit Union Earnings And Capital In The Third Quarter Of 2020
December 14, 2020
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Concerned with cooperative values and not stock prices, credit unions have sacrificed short-term earnings to bolster reserves and give members a break on fees.
Industry Trends: Earnings (2Q20)
September 30, 2020
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Due to economic lockdowns and government relief efforts, in the second quarter financial institutions had to develop creative strategies to generate revenue.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2Q 2022
Macroeconomic shifts drove changes in member demand, which impacted top-level credit union metrics.
For Patelco, Growth Is The Icing On The Cupcake
A new shared location with a popular cupcake shop has reversed the credit union’s fortunes in San Ramon, CA, where one branch is now serving ...
Credit Union Revenue Inches Up
Strong loan growth combined with increased investment and fee income helped propel credit union net income during the first quarter.
2 Ways To Approach Fee Relief For Members
United FCU offers support by reducing overdraft and NSF fees; Amplify flat-out eliminates them.
How Being ‘Unapologetically Different’ Helped Buckeye State’s Turnaround
A focus on reining in costs and changing organizational culture have transformed the Ohio-based institution.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 3Q 2021
Credit union success on the balance sheet and income statement in the third quarter is creating new opportunities for future impact.
3 Takeaways From The First Quarter Of 2021
The lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic — and the national economic response to it — linger on credit union financial statements.
Industry Trends: Earnings (4Q20)
Credit union earnings rebounded toward the end of the year as industry players find a way to adapt their business models to a changing economic ...
Credit Union Earnings And Capital In The Third Quarter Of 2020
Concerned with cooperative values and not stock prices, credit unions have sacrificed short-term earnings to bolster reserves and give members a break on fees.
Industry Trends: Earnings (2Q20)
Due to economic lockdowns and government relief efforts, in the second quarter financial institutions had to develop creative strategies to generate revenue.
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