State of the economy report - February 2023

Experian's State of Credit Unions Report explores data-driven credit trends in the credit union space, with a particular focus on auto loans, unsecured personal loans and unsecured credit cards.

Take a deep dive into:

• Trends in originations and delinquencies among credit union members
• How credit unions fare against other financial institutions
• Strategies to attract new members and mitigate portfolio risk

This week's Commercial Pulse Report highlights key economic trends and small business credit conditions, providing insights for lenders, risk professionals, and business leaders.

The U.S. economy continues to face high interest rates and shifting market conditions:

• Inflation rose to 2.9% in December, marking its third consecutive increase and the highest level since July 2024.
• Unemployment declined to 4.0% in January, the lowest level since April 2024, but job growth slowed, with only 143K jobs added.
• Q4 GDP grew at 2.3%, down from 3.1% in Q3, indicating a moderate but slowing expansion.
• The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady, reinforcing concerns about persistent inflation.

This report features the latest findings from the Experian Small Business Index™, a data-driven tool tracking small business financial health.

Check out the full report to see how these trends could impact your strategy!

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As we enter 2025, the mortgage industry continues to transform amid political and economic changes. Mortgage lenders must stay updated on trends to serve their customers effectively. Experian data scientists and analysts provide insights into the U.S. housing market's impact on lenders, highlighting recent trends and their implications. We aim to offer a comprehensive overview of the mortgage market, emphasizing key trends, regional differences, and potential growth areas.

• Market Trends: Understand the latest trends in mortgage originations, delinquencies, and interest rate fluctuations.
• Regional Insights: Explore regional variations in housing market activity and home equity levels.
• Strategic Recommendations: Get actionable insights to navigate the dynamic mortgage market in 2025.

Explore state-level and industry level data that banks, credit unions and fintechs can leverage to track the downturn and be correctly positioned for the recovery in this monthly report.