Insights from Catalyst

The FedNow Service has helped revolutionize the payments industry as driving force in the nation's adoption of instant payments. Since the launch of the Federal Reserve's new payments rail, many frequently asked questions have emerged. Check them out.

There is value in a one-stop consumer experience that offers convenience, savings and a wide variety of products and services all under one roof. And the same principle of efficiency and savings can be applied to daily credit union operations, starting at the point of deposit.

In the haunted world of high interest rates, financial institutions face a frightening challenge: the balance between their assets and liabilities. Asset Liability Management is the enchanting art of maintaining this balance, ensuring stability and growth amidst economic changes.

October marks the beginning of Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM), a timely reminder of the ever-present threat landscape that financial institutions like Catalyst must navigate. For the eighth consecutive year, Catalyst Corporate will participate as a CAM Champion, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding sensitive financial information and educating members and employees on best practices.

To foster growth and career progression, Catalyst Corporate invited five young professionals (YPs) to participate as “crashers” at this year's Economic & Payments Forum in Plano, Texas. Following the Forum, Catalyst asked the crashers to share their conference takeaways. Here are a few of their comments: