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Activity in Allowance for Losses on Non-Covered Loans (Parenthetical) (Detail) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
Am Trust Bank and Desert Hills Bank |
Valuation Allowance [Line Items] |
Allowance associated on loans acquired | $ 14.2

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