It’s natural to wonder when things will get back to “normal.” But week after week, the only thing consistent in the economic indicators is that they are not consistent. So how do we plan for the future? Most credit unions are designed to thrive in a different type of economic environment─one we may not see […]
For months many have been watching and wondering when the inevitable increase in market rates might materialize. Now, with some economists projecting that rates will stay at historic lows for another 12-18 months, credit unions should evaluate how, or if, they can continue to maintain net interest margin and ROA. Not all institutions have room […]
We have received many calls on the NCUA Concentration Limits Supervisory Letter. Credit unions are asking us what limits will satisfy NCUA or if there are any standard limits. The answer is: there is no standard answer. This was stated by NCUA in conversation along with NCUA’s statement, there is no magic formula, during a […]
According to NCUA’s first quarter data, shares grew an average of almost 11% (annualized) while loan growth declined 4.76% (annualized)─over a 15% differential. Funds not loaned out are sitting in investments (generally not earning very much) and are putting a squeeze on the margin. With loan demand down, many of our clients are requesting what-if […]
The question that many credit union leaders are asking themselves lately is, how far do we reach for yield? With 10-year Treasury Rates rounding near 3% recently, how far can the balance sheet be pushed to make up for a squeezing margin? Consumers at large are facing a similar dilemma when it comes to managing […]