Credit unions

A collaboration between the two industries to help voters cast absentee ballots has been approved to continue through the general election.

The competition has leading-edge technology, but consumers may be looking for more than just bells and whistles when choosing where to do their banking.

A historic influx of deposits has brought the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund’s equity ratio close to the point where premiums would be required, but the regulator’s plan is intended to boost it.

Second-quarter figures from the credit union regulator paint a grim picture for many states across a variety of key earnings metrics.

More than 160 institutions will use the money to help members weather the coronavirus by offering new products and providing help with loan payments.

New analysis from CO-OP Financial Services showed credit union members veering closer to traditional card usage, but the lack of additional pandemic relief could hamper interchange growth this fall.

Two board members for the credit union regulator spoke during a NAFCU event, highlighting liquidity issues, plans for new departments at the agency and more.

The Credit Union Cherry Blossom Run, the industry's biggest annual philanthropic event, saw a nearly 10% increase in giving this year despite being canceled.

It's unlikely that lawmakers will pass new coronavirus-related legislation before Congress leaves for its October recess.

Federal credit unions still account for more than 60% of active institutions, but their share of total assets continues to shrink.