How Does Lending At Your Credit Union Perform Against Peers?
An interactive dashboard by Callahan & Associates offers insight into the loan portfolio of any credit union in the United States.
An interactive dashboard by Callahan & Associates offers insight into the loan portfolio of any credit union in the United States.
Incorporating peer analysis is an ideal way to enhance the impact of planning season.
Both sides of the balance sheet and the income statement see significant changes in the second quarter.
Understanding key performance metrics will help gauge early successes and identify any operational adjustments needed to achieve strategic goals.
Total loans at U.S. credit unions increased 9.5% in the third quarter of 2018 and reached an all-time high.
The credit union deposit portfolio is in flux. The industry’s loan performance has gone gangbusters the past several quarters, driving the loan-to-share ratio to its highest point in the past decade. In addition, continued raises to the fed funds rate has required strategic conversations on product pricing. This year, CreditUnions.com readers keyed into deposit stories.
Based on November traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Takeaways from a survey on how 284 credit unions are interacting with the changing lending strategies arising from automated-decisioning practices.
Takeaways from a survey on how 284 credit unions are interacting with the changing lending strategies arising from automated-decisioning practices.
The ratio represents a balancing act between two sides of the balance sheet. Which states are achieving the greatest harmony?

Having weathered a difficult five years, U.S households have modestly improved their financial situation in the short term; their long-term prognosis is murkier.

Third quarter performance data is a reminder that credit unions perform best when conditions are hardest.

From cross-cooperative collaboration to well-timed relief products and services, credit unions are lightening the holiday budget burden.

Amid a turbulent financial landscape, credit unions across the country stepped in with lending, grants, and community partnerships to support small businesses and entrepreneurs.

The Arizona-based credit union has revamped its approach to financial education and community partnerships to better serve the needs of its market.

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.