Q2 2026 Performance Index Top 100
CU Wire's Performance Index Top 100 ranks eligible credit unions across capital, asset quality, earnings, liquidity, growth and stability. The Q2 leaders were not simply the largest institutions.
Michelle Mowrer of Members 1st Federal Credit Union writes on financial preparedness and practical ways to build resilience before an emergency.
Emergencies rarely come with a warning, which is why preparation matters. While September’s National Preparedness Month often prompts conversations around emergency kits, evacuation plans and disaster readiness, financial preparedness is just as important.
This year's FEMA theme, "Americans Stand Ready," serves as a reminder that being prepared for the unexpected means having the resources and confidence to navigate life's financial challenges when they arise. Whether it's a sudden job loss, an unexpected medical expense or another major life event, financial resilience can make a meaningful difference in how individuals and families recover and move forward.
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