At least 18 credit unions in the state are offering special loans and other help as the strike stretches past one month.

The pattern in debit and credit card spending matches the trend for U.S. retail spending.

But a NAFCU economist still sees a recession as unlikely in the coming year.

NAFCU and CUNA economists expect the Fed to maintain high rates.

MBA, real estate agents and home builders send a plea for a message that rate increases and securities sales are suspended.

Credit union loan and savings balances grew from July to August, but at rates below average.

Economists say the strong jobs gain means high interest rates will persist, slowing borrowing for credit unions.

Both conservatives and liberals express skepticism toward payday lenders' arguments that CFPB funding is unconstitutional.