ARLINGTON, Va.–One of the strongest indicators of pent-up consumer demand following the coronavirus-related lockdowns of 2020 can be seen in the surging credit card balances of many Americans. But one CU economist said he does not believe consumer card spending has hit a point where there is any reason to worry.
NEW YORK–It isn’t just credit unions that are moving to require employees to be inoculated against COVID-19, numerous other employers are now informing job applicants they will need to provide proof of vaccination if they want to be considered for a position, according to one new report.
ARLINGTON, Va.–Just how much attention should credit unions and their regulators be paying attention to climate change?
WASHINGTON—The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) have entered into what they said is a first-of-its-kind collaborative agreement regarding fair housing and fair lending coordination.
WASHINGTON—CUNA has submitted comments on NCUA’s annual review of one-third of its regulations, and in addition to its comments on the specific recommendations, the trade group also offered input on how to improve input.
GALVESTON, Texas—CURevl, a CUSO focused on education finance, reported it has completed its equity raise that includes $10 million in working capital and $750,000 in special financing specifically designated for bolstering its technology offering.
MINNEAPOLIS.–Eight brand-new job openings have been added to CUToday.info’s free job board, the Gig.
CHICAGO–Chicago Patrolmen’s FCU said it has taken a minority stake in Cincinnati-based Structure First, Ltd., a consulting and program management firm that specializes in the design, bid, and building of financial facilities.
NAPLES, Fla. – The Defense Credit Union Council has wrapped up its Annual Conference here, the first time many of the participants were part of a physical gathering since the COVID-19 lockdowns began in force in early 2020.
WASHINGTON–Georgia has become the latest state to join CUNA’s “Open Your Eyes to a Credit Union” awareness campaign.
