The deal by the $11.8 billion-asset Global (formerly AlaskaUSA) to acquire First Financial Northwest Bank is one of the largest bank deals ever struck by a credit union.
Ken McCarthy is a CU Reporter at American Banker. He focuses on topics related to credit unions, banking trends, and financial planning, often exploring the intersection of personal finance and community impact. Ken's work has been featured in prominent publications such as Banking Dive, National Mortgage News, and The Financial Brand.





