CREDUT UNION REPORT 2013.pdf April 2013 | Page 77

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AT 31ST DECEMBER, 2013 (continued) 19. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT i) Members’ loans Exposure to credit risk is managed through regular analysis of the ability of borrowers to settle outstanding balances and meet repayment obligations, and by changing lending limits when appropriate. Management of Credit Risk (continued) ii) Other financial assets With respect to credit risk arising from the other financial assets of the Credit Union, which comprise cash and cash equiv alents and investments, the Credit Union’s exposure to credit risk arises from default of the counter-party. The Credit Union seeks to hold its funds with financial institutions which management regards as strong. Also the market for investments is monitored regularly to ensure that returns are guaranteed. Exposure to credit risk The Credit Union’s maximum exposure to credit risk before collateral held or other credit enhancement is as follows: Maximum Exposure 2013 Members’ loans Loans and receivables financial assets Available-for-sale financial assets Accounts receivables and prepayments Cash and cash equivalents 2012 145,332,804 15,595,836 979,450 2,494,648 4,361,849 $186,546,792 76 165,618,297 14,101,362 941,090 1,496,052 4,389,991 $168,764,587