Credit unions

To shore up the share insurance fund, the National Credit Union Administration would be wise to give the industry additional temporary investment options.

Several institutions were first-time recipients in the latest round of funding, including $2.75 million for Self-Help FCU.

President Trump and former Vice President Biden meet face-to-face this week while Republicans and Democrats push conflicting priorities in Washington.

While most industry conferences have gone online, a handful of groups are moving ahead with on-site meetings with an understanding that COVID is likely to reduce attendance.

A nationwide branch network remains a calling card for the entire industry, while also exemplifying the movement's cooperative spirit.

Go Federal Credit Union CEO Bert Beal will take the helm of the combined institution once they join America's Credit Union.

The percentage of institutions in the Best Credit Unions to Work For rankings that provide formalized diversity training continues to rise each year, reflecting a growing awareness of the issue within the industry.

On Jun. 30, 2020. Dollars in thousands.

On Jun. 30, 2020. Dollars in thousands.

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.

A trio of small credit unions designated as minority depository institutions have been matched with larger institutions to improve outreach to low-income and underserved consumers.