Goodwill and other intangibles - Summary of Estimated Amortization Expense on Intangible Assets (Details) $ in Thousands	Dec. 31, 2024 USD ($)
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets
2025	$ 6,498
2026	5,814
2027	5,130
2028	4,446
2029	3,762
Thereafter	8,547
Total amortizing intangible	34,197
Core deposit intangibles
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets
2025	6,327
2026	5,661
2027	4,995
2028	4,329
2029	3,663
Thereafter	8,324
Total amortizing intangible	33,299
Wealth management customer list intangible
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets
2025	171
2026	153
2027	135
2028	117
2029	99
Thereafter	223
Total amortizing intangible	$ 898

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