The article presents the results of a study aimed at identifying global trends in the development of credit unions. Recommendations were also given on the management of credit unions in Ukraine in the light of trends identified. Cross-regional features of credit unions in the global dimension have been identified. Those FinTech tools that promote the development of these financial intermediaries have been identified. The activity of credit unions in Ukraine is analyzed and the specifics of their development are determined. In the article it is proved that in the near future the market of credit unions will continue to grow and today there are no prerequisites for its rapid decline, at the same time, the management of credit unions must take into account the likelihood of a new financial crisis. The article will be of interest to credit union managers, financial market regulators, and academics with relevant scientific interest