CFPB Launches Initiative Aimed at Curbing ‘Junk Fees’ Charged by FIs; CUNA, NAFCU Join Groups in Calling it ‘Misguided Effort’ 01/26/2022 08:32 pm WASHINGTON–The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said it has launched an initiative to “save households billions of dollars a year by reducing exploitative junk fees charged by banks and financial companies.”
With Assist From CU Strategic Planning, VyStar Becomes CDFI 01/26/2022 09:04 pm JACKSONVILLE, Fla.–The $13-billion VyStar Credit Union has obtained Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) certification and also qualified for grants from the U.S. Treasury Department.
Fed Opts Not to Raise Rates, But Indicates Increase is Getting Closer 01/26/2022 07:41 pm WASHINGTON–The Federal Reserve’s Open Market Committee has adjourned its January meeting without raising rates, while also indicating it is getting close to doing so.
2 Countries Announce Plans for Digital Currencies 01/26/2022 09:04 pm MEXICO CITY, Mexico—Two countries have announced plans related to digital currencies.
Texas Trust Launches 'Gives' Foundation 01/26/2022 09:42 pm ARLINGTON, Texas – Texas Trust Credit Union has launched the Texas Trust Gives Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit created to serve as the charitable arm for the credit union and focus on touching hearts and changing lives.
CU Strategic Planning Welcomes Dr. Carey Yazeed to DEI Practice 01/27/2022 09:12 am TACOMA, Wash.--Dr. Carey Yazeed, an accomplished author, professor and consultant specializing in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, has recently joined CU Strategic Planning as Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging.
