The Economy, The Markets, Your Credit Union

In many ways, the most difficult times may be prime time for credit unions to shine. Amid the turmoil in the housing market, credit unions have shown themselves to be responsible lenders. Credit unions are also well capitalized when compared to the competition. The corporate network remains strong, reflecting the vitality of thousands of credit unions nationwide. Other positive trends are afoot: the markets are creating a renewed interest from
consumers in safe haven options, for example, bolstering share deposits. Growth in areas such as member business lending is attracting new members and leading to more diverse product portfolios. Where are other areas of opportunity? Pitfalls to avoid? Learn more in this essential session.

Bill Hampel, CUNA

CPE Credits: 1
Program Level: Intermediate

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Bill Hampel Topic: The Economy, The Markets, Your Credit Union Bill Hampel, senior vice president of research and policy analysis, and chief economist for the Credit Union National Association (CUNA), directs a department that performs market research, maintains a financial database of credit unions, and conducts other research pertinent to the credit union movement. His economic analysis regularly appears in credit union publications. An expert on the economy and credit union issues, he is regularly interviewed by the media including: Bloomberg TV and Radio, The Wall Street Journal, MarketWatch, The Associated Press, CNBC, Reuters, CNN, SmartMoney, Dow Jones News Service, Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine, and USA Today, among others.