December 23 2020
Feature
CU trade leadership believes credit unions have had a successful four years under the Trump Administration.
Editors\\\' Columns
Don't forget to reflect on what the year 2020 taught you. Then, feel free to give it the finger.
We've all lost something or someone this year, and won't look back on 2020 with any real fondness.
Focus Report: Hindsight Is 2020
Credit union income was better than forecast this year; however, the economy might be headed into a double-dip recession.
Auto financing will be a strong and consistent player going forward - a part of the business CUs will continue to count on.
This year, core technology has played an even more crucial role in responding to new imperatives brought forth by the pandemic.
Fiserv, Symitar, Corelation and FedComp are some of 2020's winners in the race for CU industry market share, Callahan reports.
While this year's shifts have proven to be a pain, they have also given us a chance to actively listen, learn and reassess.
Guest Opinion
Ask yourself: If a member never steps foot in a branch, will they still feel "wowed?"
Community News
Plus, CUs support breast cancer treatment, mental health resources and needy families on Thanksgiving.
People
Plus, Filene Research Institute and the Dakota Credit Union Association hire new executives.
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