Articles by Steve Rick

Expect CU loan balances grow 5% to 6% in 2013.

The Fed is saying it’s willing to accept an inflation rate that is higher than its target of 2%.

The fiscal cliff agreement will have a net positive effect on the average American.

These suggestions aren’t politically palatable, but at least you have options.

In the first half of 2012 credit unions reported improving financial results.

In March 2012, the credit union movement’s total assets reached $1 trillion for the first time in history.

In January, the Federal Reserve announced that projected economic conditions would warrant exceptionally low short-term interest rates “at least through late 2014.”

Don't expect a turnaround until 2013.

Should the Federal Reserve start a new round of quantitative easing (QE3) to ensure the economic recovery, or is it time to let the market determine interest rates and let economic chips fall where they may?

The flood of new regulations makes this an ideal time to discuss the CU difference with your members.