#EconNews: The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis shows GDP increased at the rate of 3.4% in the third quarter of 2026. Senior Economist Dawit Kebede explains what this means for the economy: bit.ly/47JSQIF

America’s Credit Unions’ latest Monthly Credit Union Estimates show unsecured personal loans and secured personal loans led loan growth in August. Get the full MCUEs and access to other dashboards in the America's Credit Unions Data & Tools section: bit.ly/4e6ND16

The FOMC maintained the target federal funds rate of 3.75% to 4%. More information about the fed funds rate target from Senior Economist Dawit Kebede: bit.ly/4ziySkn

#CreditUnions rely on third-party vendors for critical services, technology, payments, and more. That’s why it’s important to review your risk management policies, conduct due diligence when entering or renewing agreements, and more. Use the Cybersecurity, Fraud, and Vendor Risk Resources hub for more on vendor oversight: bit.ly/3TZCqsm

Exciting news! Former NFL Pro Bowler and world-class magician Jon Dorenbos will be a #GAC2027 keynote speaker! Seize the opportunity to be inspired and get actionable tools to embrace change. Register today: bit.ly/3Ic64EK

Leaders from America’s Credit Unions attended @TheNCUA Chairman John Crews' swearing-in ceremony at the Eisenhower Executive Building. Read President/CEO Scott Simpson's statement: bit.ly/4kgNNqs

Along with @GoWestCUA, @NavyFederal, and SECU, we sent a letter detailing #CreditUnion priorities following Colorado’s proposed revision to rules governing implementation of two AI laws. Get more details on the rules: bit.ly/4Bxmrm9

.@TheNCUA has released its draft 2027-2028 budget, outlining $325.4 million for 2027, as well as a projection of $344.2 million for 2028. #CreditUnions are encouraged to submit feedback to help inform America’s Credit Unions comments on the proposal. Learn more: bit.ly/4yK3nOU

Connect with peers, access industry insights, and learn from leaders across the movement as a Councils member. bit.ly/4hyqLaN

📍Don’t get lost on Election Day. Check your polling location at creditunionsvote.com.

ICYMI: The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Federal Reserve improperly factored certain fixed bank costs into calculations for its Regulation II proposal setting debit card interchange caps under the Durbin Amendment. The decision is not a favorable one for credit unions, as it vacates the regulation. Learn more in today's news story: bit.ly/4zTZ1FS

BREAKING: The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Federal Reserve improperly factored certain fixed bank costs into calculations for its Regulation II proposal setting debit card interchange caps under the Durbin Amendment. The decision is not a favorable one for credit unions, as it vacates the regulation. Learn more in today's news story: bit.ly/4zTZ1FS

On the #CUAdvocacy radar this week: bit.ly/4zVtWSl

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The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments in a lawsuit involving the @federalreserve's debit interchange fee caps under Regulation II. Get more details in today's news story: bit.ly/4BnZvWj

The @USTreasury published a proposed rule prohibiting large institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes, implementing a section of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. Get more details in today's news story: bit.ly/3W5z7jV

.@POTUS signed an Executive Order intended to lower the costs of single-family homeownership mortgages and promote housing market innovation. Read more in today's news story: bit.ly/3WrUSdT

AI is making scams harder to detect. As fraudsters' tactics evolve, #CreditUnions must continuously stay on top of trends and reinforce controls designed to verify member identities and confirm their requests. View resources from our Cybersecurity, Fraud, and Vendor Risk Resources Hub: bit.ly/3TZCqsm

Over the last month, Ohio #CreditUnions and the Ohio Credit Union League hosted roundtable discussions to highlight their efforts to make life more affordable for their members. Today’s news story has more on their efforts: bit.ly/4sgKCkq

We shared the #CreditUnion perspective on the burden of SAR/CTR reporting with @TheNCUA. See what we flagged for them in today's news story: bit.ly/3UBglAy