NCUA should seek feedback on CAMEL ratings

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) should seek feedback from credit unions and other stakeholders concerning the current use of CAMEL ratings by the agency.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System are currently seeking feedback on how the agencies use their CAMELS ratings in enforcement action and application processes.

The two banking agencies stated that this effort is consistent with the agencies’ commitment to increase transparency, improve efficiency, support innovation, and provide opportunities for public feedback.

For example, the two banking regulators are looking for input on the extent that they appropriately communicate and support each rating after an on-site examination or at the end of an examination cycle, including communicating the effect of each rating or finding on the composite rating.

 

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