September 1, 2024—It should come as no surprise to credit unions that their regulators often recommend and sometimes require third-party validation of the credit union’s Asset Liability Management (ALM) models. NCUA recommends periodic review of ALM models by a qualified third-party to evaluate whether the model is sound and to ensure it produces accurate and reasonable results. An ALM model validation service should also include review of policies and a report on findings with actionable recommendations based on industry best practices.
EasCorp offers ALM Model Validation services. The first option is a basic service that tests your major assumption inputs for their reliability and alignment with industry standards. The more advanced option delves deeper, running your actual data and other inputs in EasCorp’s analytical software. This sophisticated platform calculates Net Economic Value and Net Interest Income across a number of scenarios and compares results side by side with your current model to help your team confirm and evaluate its results and analysis. Additionally, EasCorp offers Core Deposit Analysis to analyze deposit behavior and create reasonable ALM assumptions.