This Week's Highlights
The Affordability Crisis Is Reshaping Credit Union Balance Sheets
Members are struggling with an affordability crisis that is changing how they manage debt, and new behaviors are showing up across the credit union loan portfolio.
Asset Quality Takes An Uncomfortable Turn In 2025
Credit union asset quality didn’t collapse in 2025 — but it didn’t cooperate, either. What’s going on, and are credit unions prepared to respond in 2026?
The American Budget Squeeze
The affordability crisis extends far beyond big-ticket expenses. As the rising cost of basic necessities outpaces income growth, household budgets are under strain and long-term financial stability is increasingly at risk.
Flexibility In The Earnings Model Matters More As Rates Turn
As credit unions move deeper into 2026, the earnings conversation is shifting. Elevated interest rates have boosted margins and strengthened earnings flexibility, but that advantage won’t persist indefinitely.
Latest Insights
The Numbers That Matter Most To Credit Unions
A look at year-end performance trends reveals how earnings, affordability pressures, and asset quality are redefining the operating environment heading into 2026.
The Affordability Crisis Is Reshaping Credit Union Balance Sheets
Members are struggling with an affordability crisis that is changing how they manage debt, and new behaviors are showing up across the credit union loan ...
Asset Quality Takes An Uncomfortable Turn In 2025
Credit union asset quality didn’t collapse in 2025 — but it didn’t cooperate, either. What’s going on, and are credit unions prepared to respond in ...
The American Budget Squeeze
The affordability crisis extends far beyond big-ticket expenses. As the rising cost of basic necessities outpaces income growth, household budgets are under strain and long-term ...
Partner Perspectives
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Employee Enablement
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage ...
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Fraud Prevention And Resolution
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage ...
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Digital Member Engagement
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage ...
Credit Unions At A Crossroads: Shifts, Risks, And Opportunities
A radical shift is taking place in the way consumers move money and engage with their financial institution.
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Graph Of The Week
When Members Don’t Turn To FIs, They Turn To Friends And Family
Financial advice comes in many forms. How can credits union make sure they are the No. 1 choice for their members?
Industry Events
Industry Events
Lending Virtual Roundtable
February 01, 2022 (02:00 PM - 03:30 PM)
The CDFI Landscape for Credit Unions in 2022
February 02, 2022 (02:00 PM - 03:00 PM)
Analytics Virtual Roundtable
February 03, 2022 (02:00 PM - 03:30 PM)
TriVerity Collection Call Success Training
February 08, 2022 (All Day Event)
Call Center Virtual Roundtable
February 08, 2022 (02:00 PM - 03:30 PM)
Supplier Demos
Close Faster, Stress Less: Month-End Automation Made Easy
Take the pain out of month-end close with ART—SkyStem’s automation platform trusted by credit unions to streamline financial operations and strengthen control. ART automates up ...
On-Demand Webinars
From first-person success stories to best practices from industry leaders, Callahan’s on-demand webinars will inspire change and spark innovation.
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