Insights from Catalyst

Welcome to Catalyst Corporate's blog, where thought leaders share their insights on news, trends and events. Have a blog idea? Contact the Communications Team

  • NCUA Released Capital Stress Test Scenarios, So What Now?

    March 15, 2024 | Paul Shorkey, CFA, FRM

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  • 4 Solutions for the NCUA Advisory on Liquidity Risk Management

    January 25, 2024 | Mark DeBree, CFA

    As 2024 continues to unfold, interest rates remain high, inflation is moderating but still elevated, and the economy continues to grow. We anticipate liquidity remaining a challenge at least through the first half of 2024. This means credit unions will need to diligently monitor and manage their liquidity positions.
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  • The Ultimate Guide to Responsive Web Design for Credit Unions

    December 12, 2023 | Michael Pennell

    Crafted to deliver an optimal viewing and interaction experience, responsive websites seamlessly adapt to a spectrum of devices, spanning from desktop computers to mobile phones. Credit unions, parallel to other businesses, stand to gain immensely from a website that marries visual appeal with functional efficiency across diverse devices.
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  • Mitigate Check Fraud with A Real-Time Detection Solution

    December 12, 2023 | Jordan Sudberry

    In 2022 alone, financial institutions issued 680,000 reports of check fraud to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network – an increase of 94% over the previous year. How can credit unions protect themselves against the threat of check fraud? It’s beneficial to understand the importance of detecting fraud in real-time.
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  • Board Portals: Transforming Credit Union Governance

    November 14, 2023 | Michael Pennell

    A strong governance structure is important to credit unions seeking to fulfill their mission effectively. Not surprisingly, technology has provided tools that make it easier to establish a strong governance structure. One advancement that is streamlining credit union governance practices is online board portals.
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