BROOKFIELD, Wis.—If credit unions are to be successful with the rapidly growing buy now, pay later (BNPL) offerings, there are several steps they absolutely must takel, several analysts have told CUToday.info.
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif.—Banks have overtaken credit unions when it comes to consumer perceptions of service. And now fintechs could be doing the same when it comes to consumers’ view of a trusted partner, which has been a long-time strength of CUs.
LAS VEGAS–Just how robust the interest, concern, worry and excitement is among credit unions when it comes to cryptocurrencies and blockchain can be seen among CUs meeting at two different events this week, with both audiences separately being told that whether they’re aware of it or not, many of their members are way ahead of them when it comes to the digital investments.
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.–Bo knows. But you may not. One of the greatest athletes of the past half-century shared with credit unions gathered here some recollections on his athletic career, lessons he has learned in life both on and off the field and more.
LITTLE CANADA, Minn.—The pace of small credit unions merging out doesn’t need to be a swift as it has become, says the leader of one $41-million cooperative, who contends too many tiny shops simply give up and don’t try to continue once the CEO decides to retire.
LAKE FOREST, Ill.—Overdraft fees are dominating the financial news at present, but they go a long way back--as a quick history of overdrafts shows.
ALBANY, Ga.—In a rare move, one small credit union has merged into another even smaller CU, and the leaders of both organizations say the cooperative spirit—and the right opportunity—are primary reasons.
CHARLESTOWN, W.V.—Are the big banks acting like “used car salesmen” when it comes to cutting overdraft fees?
PHOENIX—Mike Thorell recalls when the letter from Arizona FCU was dropped on his desk, a letter of intent from the $2.8-billion CU to buy his $236-million Pinnacle Bank of Arizona, which was for sale.
LOMBARD, Ill.—With all that is on credit unions’ plates this year, one expert says cryptocurrency, talent acquisition and buy now, pay later solutions (BNPL) deserve the most attention.