Biggest changeThe FHN Financial Municipal Advisors division of the Bank, and the IBERIA Wealth Advisors division of the Bank, each is registered with the SEC as a municipal adviser. • Martin & Company, Inc., First Horizon Advisors, Inc., and FHN Financial Main Street Advisors, LLC are registered with the SEC as investment advisers. • First Horizon Advisors, Inc. and FHN Financial Securities Corp. are registered as broker-dealers with the SEC and all states where they conduct business for which registration is required. • First Horizon Insurance Services, Inc., FHIS, Inc., and First Horizon Insurance Agency, Inc., are licensed as insurance agencies in all states where they do 18 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
Biggest changeThe FHN Financial Municipal Advisors division of the Bank is registered with the SEC as a municipal adviser. • Martin & Company, Inc. and First Horizon Advisors, Inc. are registered with the SEC as investment advisers. • First Horizon Advisors, Inc. and FHN Financial Securities Corp. are registered as broker-dealers with the SEC and all states where they conduct business for which registration is required. • First Horizon Insurance Services, Inc. and FHIS, Inc. are licensed as insurance agencies in all states where they do business for which licensing is required. • First Horizon Advisors, Inc. is licensed as an insurance agency in the states where it does business for which licensing is required for the sale of annuity products. • Our financial subsidiaries under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act are: FHIS, Inc.; FHN Financial Securities Corp.; First Horizon Advisors, Inc.; First Horizon Insurance Agency, Inc.; and First Horizon Insurance Services, Inc. 16 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
Examples of our implementation of these priorities include: • In July 2020, we completed a merger of equals transaction with IBERIABANK Corporation and purchased 30 branches from Truist Bank, making 2020 a transformative year. See IBKC Merger of Equals and 30-Branch Acquisition in this Item below for additional information.
Examples of our implementation of these priorities include: • In July 2020, we completed a merger of equals transaction with IBERIABANK Corporation and purchased 30 branches from Truist Bank, making 2020 a transformative year. See IBKC Merger of Equals in 2020 and 30-Branch Acquisition in 2020 in this Item below for additional information.
We and the Bank currently would fall into the lower of those top two tiers. However, prompted by post-2016 legislation which significantly raised several statutory asset-size tiers, if this proposal were finalized today, the $50 billion floor might be raised significantly, allowing us to remain in the third tier.
We and the Bank currently would fall into the lower of those top two tiers. However, prompted by post-2016 legislation which significantly raised several statutory asset-size tiers, if this proposal were finalized today, the $50 billion floor might be raised, allowing us to remain in the third tier.
Given the high volume of daily transactions in modern banking, the question is not whether we will experience a significant and costly incursion, but when. For that reason, the key goals of our processes are: block or prevent as many incursions as is practical, and detect/mitigate rapidly those that get through.
Given the high volume of daily transactions in modern banking, the question is not whether we will experience a significant and costly incursion, but when. For that reason, the key goals of our processes are: block or prevent as many incursions as is practical, and detect and mitigate rapidly those that get through.
For example, as discussed under Capital Adequacy within this Supervision and Regulation discussion below, our ability to pay dividends would be restricted if its capital ratios fell below minimum regulatory requirements plus a capital conservation buffer. The Federal Reserve generally requires insured banks and bank holding companies to pay dividends only out of current operating earnings.
For example, as discussed under Capital Adequacy within this Supervision and Regulation discussion below, our ability to pay dividends would be restricted if our capital ratios fell below minimum regulatory requirements plus a capital conservation buffer. The Federal Reserve generally requires insured banks and bank holding companies to pay dividends only out of current operating earnings.
In 2016 federal agencies proposed regulations which could significantly change the regulation of incentive compensation programs at financial institutions. The proposal would create four tiers of institutions based on asset size. Institutions in the top two tiers would be subject to rules much more detailed and proscriptive than are currently in effect.
In 2016 federal agencies proposed rules which could significantly change the regulation of incentive compensation programs at financial institutions. The proposal would create four tiers of institutions based on asset size. Institutions in the top two tiers would be subject to rules much more detailed and proscriptive than are currently in effect.
Organic growth is expected to be coordinated with a focus on strong and stable returns on capital. Organically, over the past several years we enhanced our market share in our regional banking markets with targeted hires and marketing, and we invested resources in specialty commercial lending and private client banking.
Organic growth is expected to be coordinated with a focus on strong and stable returns on capital. Organically, over the past several years we have enhanced our market share in our regional banking markets with targeted hires and marketing, and we have invested resources in specialty commercial lending and private client banking.
Credit Risks We face the risk that our clients may not repay their loans and that the realizable value of collateral may be insufficient to avoid a charge-off. We also face risks that other counterparties, in a wide range of situations, may fail to honor their obligations to pay us.
Credit Risks We face the risk that our clients may not repay their loans and that the realizable value of collateral and other credit support may be insufficient to avoid a charge-off. We also face risks that other counterparties, in a wide range of situations, may fail to honor their obligations to pay us.
Liquid assets generally provide low income levels compared to other investments, so a higher LCR requirement can negatively impact a bank's earnings. The LCR requirement does not apply to institutions with assets of less than $100 billion, and so does not apply to us or the Bank.
Liquid assets generally provide low income levels compared to other investments, so a higher LCR requirement can negatively impact a bank's earnings. The LCR requirement does not apply to institutions with assets of less than $100 billion, and so does not apply to us or the Bank currently.
The Bank and its subsidiaries generally may not extend credit to us or to any other affiliate in an amount which exceeds 10% of the Bank’s capital stock and surplus and may not extend credit in the aggregate to us and all such affiliates in an amount which exceeds 20% of its capital stock and surplus.
The Bank and its subsidiaries generally may not extend credit to us or to any other affiliate of ours in an amount which exceeds 10% of the Bank’s capital stock and surplus and may not extend credit in the aggregate to us and all such affiliates in an amount which exceeds 20% of the Bank's capital stock and surplus.
Moreover, the Federal Reserve has indicated that it considers a “Tangible Tier 1 Capital Leverage Ratio” (deducting all intangibles) and other indicators of capital strength in evaluating proposals for expansion or new activities.
The Federal Reserve has indicated that it considers a “Tangible Tier 1 Capital Leverage Ratio” (deducting all intangibles) and other indicators of capital strength in evaluating proposals for expansion or new activities.
Competition In all aspects of the businesses in which we engage, we face substantial competition from banks doing business in our markets as well as from savings and loan associations, credit unions, other financial institutions, consumer finance companies, trust companies, investment counseling firms, money market and other mutual funds, insurance companies and agencies, securities firms, mortgage banking companies, hedge funds, and other firms offering financial products or services.
BUSINESS Table of Contents Competition In all aspects of the businesses in which we engage, we face substantial competition from banks doing business in our markets as well as from savings and loan associations, credit unions, other financial institutions, consumer finance companies, trust companies, investment counseling firms, money market and other mutual funds, insurance companies and agencies, securities firms, mortgage banking companies, hedge funds, and other firms offering financial products or services.
The emergence of non-traditional, disruptive service providers (see Industry Disruption within this Item 1A beginning on page 35 ) has intensified the competitive environment. Some competitors are traditional banks, subject to the same regulatory framework as we are, while others are not banks and in many cases experience a significantly different or reduced degree of regulation.
The emergence of non-traditional, disruptive service providers (see Industry Disruption within this Item 1A beginning on page 31 ) has intensified the competitive environment. Some competitors are traditional banks, subject to the same regulatory framework as we are, while others are not banks and in many cases experience a significantly different or reduced degree of regulation.
BUSINESS Table of Contents Table 1.10 REQUIREMENTS FOR PCA CAPITALIZATION CATEGORIES Well capitalized • Common Equity Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 6.5% • Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 8% • Total Capital ratio of at least 10% • Leverage ratio of at least 5% • Not subject to a directive, order, or written agreement to meet and maintain specific capital levels Adequately capitalized • Common Equity Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 4.5% • Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 6% • Total Capital ratio of at least 8% • Leverage ratio of at least 4% • Not subject to a directive, order, or written agreement to meet and maintain specific capital levels Undercapitalized Failure to maintain any requirement to be adequately capitalized Significantly Undercapitalized Failure to maintain Common Equity Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 3%, Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 4%, Total Capital ratio of at least 6%, or a Leverage ratio of at least 3% Critically Undercapitalized Failure to maintain a level of tangible equity equal to at least 2% of total assets At December 31, 2022, the Bank had sufficient capital to qualify as “well capitalized” under the regulatory capital requirements discussed above.
BUSINESS Table of Contents Table 1.11 REQUIREMENTS FOR PCA CAPITALIZATION CATEGORIES Well capitalized • Common Equity Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 6.5% • Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 8% • Total Capital ratio of at least 10% • Leverage ratio of at least 5% • Not subject to a directive, order, or written agreement to meet and maintain specific capital levels Adequately capitalized • Common Equity Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 4.5% • Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 6% • Total Capital ratio of at least 8% • Leverage ratio of at least 4% • Not subject to a directive, order, or written agreement to meet and maintain specific capital levels Undercapitalized Failure to maintain any requirement to be adequately capitalized Significantly Undercapitalized Failure to maintain Common Equity Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 3%, Tier 1 Capital ratio of at least 4%, Total Capital ratio of at least 6%, or a Leverage ratio of at least 3% Critically Undercapitalized Failure to maintain a level of tangible equity equal to at least 2% of total assets At December 31, 2023, the Bank had sufficient capital to qualify as “well capitalized” under the regulatory capital requirements discussed above.
As a result, under current law, compliance costs and restrictions grow with size, they tend to change abruptly as a company crosses to the next tier, and we are in a middle tier in many respects. The remainder of this Supervision and Regulation discussion focuses on current rules which apply to FHN based on our current asset size.
As a result, under current law, compliance requirements, costs, and restrictions grow with size, they tend to change abruptly as a company crosses to the next tier, and we are in a middle tier in many respects. The remainder of this Supervision and Regulation discussion focuses primarily on rules which apply to FHN based on our current asset size.
Lending to mortgage companies has been a significant business for us in all five years shown in Table 1.7, while the latter two businesses were insignificant for us until our merger with IBKC in 2020. All three mortgage-related businesses benefited substantially from the low interest rate environment that ended in 2022.
Lending to mortgage companies has been a significant business for us in all five years shown in Table 1.8, while the latter two businesses were insignificant for us until our merger with IBKC in 2020. All three mortgage-related businesses benefited substantially from the low interest rate environment that ended in 2022.
Volcker Rule The Volcker rule (1) generally prohibits banks from engaging in proprietary trading, which is engaging as principal (for the bank’s own account) in any purchase or sale of one or more of certain types of financial instruments, and (2) limits banks’ ability to invest in or sponsor hedge funds or private equity funds.
Volcker Rule The so-called Volcker rule (1) generally prohibits banks from engaging in proprietary trading, which is engaging as principal (for the bank’s own account) in any purchase or sale of one or more of certain types of financial instruments, and (2) limits banks’ ability to invest in or sponsor hedge funds or private equity funds.
If the yield curve remains relatively steep, with long-term interest rates noticeably higher than short rates, our net interest margin will tend not to be significantly compressed by the lower rate environment, since lower short rates will keep our deposit costs down while higher long rates will support the rates we can charge on lending.
If the yield curve remains relatively steep, with long-term interest rates noticeably higher than short rates, our net interest margin will tend not to be significantly compressed by the lower rate environment, since lower short rates will keep our funding costs down while higher long rates will support the rates we can charge on lending.
In this report, segment information related to periods prior to our most recent segment change has been reclassified to conform with current segments. Financial and other additional information concerning our segments—including information concerning assets, revenues, and financial results—appears in our 2022 MD&A (Item 7) and in our 2022 Financial Statements (Item 8), especially in Note 19—Business Segment Information.
In this report, segment information related to periods prior to our most recent segment change has been reclassified to conform with current segments. Financial and other additional information concerning our segments—including information concerning assets, revenues, and financial results—appears in our 2023 MD&A (Item 7) and in our 2023 Financial Statements (Item 8), especially in Note 19—Business Segment Information.
Fixed Income Our fixed income and capital markets business, reported as part of our specialty banking segment, is significantly affected by interest rate cycles which, in turn, are affected by general economic and business cycles. In broad terms, the typical impact of Federal Reserve interest and monetary policy on our fixed income business is summarized in Table 1.8.
Fixed Income Our fixed income and capital markets business, reported as part of our specialty banking segment, is significantly affected by interest rate cycles which, in turn, are affected by general economic and business cycles. In broad terms, the typical impact of Federal Reserve interest and monetary policy on our fixed income business is summarized in Table 1.9.
We cannot predict what final rules may be adopted, nor how they may be implemented. Effect of Government Policies & Proposals The Bank is affected by the policies of regulatory authorities, including the Federal Reserve, the TDFI, and the CFPB. See Supervision and Regulation beginning on page 21 for additional information.
We cannot predict what final rules may be adopted, nor how they may be implemented. Effect of Government Policies & Proposals The Bank is affected by the policies of regulatory authorities, including the Federal Reserve, the TDFI, and the CFPB. See Supervision and Regulation beginning on page 19 for additional information.
In this evolutionary process it is critical that we not lose sight of how our clients experience working with us and our systems, including those clients who still want traditionally-delivered services, those who seek and embrace the latest innovations, and those who just want services to be convenient, personalized, and understandable.
In this evolutionary process it is critical that we not lose sight of how our clients experience working with us and our systems, including those clients who still want traditionally-delivered services, those who seek and embrace the latest innovations, and those who mainly want services to be convenient, personalized, and understandable.
Liquidity Coverage Ratio The liquidity coverage ratio, or LCR, refers to the amount of liquid assets (cash, cash equivalents, or short-term securities) banks are required to keep on hand to meet a hypothetically projected total net cash outflows over a forward-looking 30-day period of stress.
Liquidity Coverage Ratio The liquidity coverage ratio, or LCR, refers to the amount of liquid assets (cash, cash equivalents, or short-term securities) banks are required to keep on hand to meet a hypothetically projected total net cash outflow over a forward-looking 30-day period of stress.
It is extremely difficult for banks, and for investors, to know when an uptick in credit loss is merely idiosyncratic or instead portends a major credit cycle change. The composition of our loans inherently increases our sensitivity to certain credit risks.
It is extremely difficult for banks, and for investors, to know when an upturn in credit loss is merely idiosyncratic or instead portends a major credit cycle change. The composition of our loans inherently increases our sensitivity to certain credit risks.
Subsidiaries FHN’s consolidated operating subsidiaries at December 31, 2022 are listed in Exhibit 21. Technical and regulatory details follow: • The Bank is supervised and regulated as described in Supervision and Regulation in this Item below. • The Bank is a government securities dealer.
Subsidiaries FHN’s consolidated operating subsidiaries at December 31, 2023 are listed in Exhibit 21. Technical and regulatory details follow: • The Bank is supervised and regulated as described in Supervision and Regulation in this Item below. • The Bank is a government securities dealer.
As of June 30, 2022, the FDIC reports that the Bank held approximately 14% of such deposits. The Bank First Horizon Bank, our most significant subsidiary, is a Tennessee banking corporation subject to the regulation and supervision of, and to examination by, the TDFI.
As of June 30, 2023, the FDIC reports that the Bank held approximately 14% of such deposits. The Bank First Horizon Bank, our most significant subsidiary, is a Tennessee banking corporation subject to the regulation and supervision of, and to examination by, the TDFI.
Examples of the risks created or enhanced by the widespread and rapid adoption of relatively untested technologies include: security incursions; operational malfunctions or other disruptions; and legal claims of patent or other intellectual property infringement. Competition for talent is substantial and increasing. Moreover, revenue growth in some business lines increasingly depends upon top talent.
Examples of the risks created or enhanced by the widespread and rapid adoption of relatively untested technologies include: security incursions; operational malfunctions or other disruptions; and legal claims of patent or other intellectual property infringement. Competition for talent is substantial and increasing. Moreover, revenue retention and growth in some business lines depends substantially upon top talent.
As indicated in this Item 1A under the caption Accounting & Tax Risks beginning on page 50 , these guidelines and rules could change and cause provision expense or charge-offs to be more volatile, or to be recognized on an accelerated basis, for reasons not always related to the underlying performance of our portfolio.
As indicated in this Item 1A under the caption Accounting Risks beginning on page 46 , these guidelines and rules could change and cause provision expense or charge-offs to be more volatile, or to be recognized on an accelerated basis, for reasons not always related to the underlying performance of our portfolio.
We remain committed to creating a more equitable society, and that starts with our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. We do this by elevating equity, providing capital and counsel, and committing to excellence in everything we do.
We remain committed to creating a more equitable society, and that starts with our associates, our clients, and the communities we serve. We do this by providing capital and counsel and committing to excellence in everything we do.
Significant oil-price volatility, such as that experienced in 2020-2022, can and often does impact our overall business in this industry by increasing provisioning and charge-offs, and by reducing demand for loans.
Significant oil-price volatility, such as that experienced in 2020-22, can and often does impact our overall business in this industry by increasing provisioning and charge-offs, and by reducing demand for loans.
Supreme Court affirms them, the legal validity of CFPB rules and actions generally could be called into question. Data Security & Portability Security & Privacy Federal law requires banks to implement a comprehensive information security program that includes administrative, technical, and physical safeguards.
Supreme Court affirms the first ruling, the legal validity of CFPB rules and actions generally could be called into question. Data Security & Portability Security & Privacy Federal law requires banks to implement a comprehensive information security program that includes administrative, technical, and physical safeguards.
In February 2022, we completed the main systems conversion work related to that merger. • As shown in Table 1.7, the COVID-19 pandemic caused us to recognize substantial provision for credit losses in 2020, and reduced our transaction volume and revenues. See the discussion captioned CECL Accounting and COVID-19 within Events Impacting Year-to-Year Comparisons , immediately below.
In February 2022, we completed the principal systems conversion work related to that merger. • As shown in Table 1.8, the COVID-19 pandemic caused us to recognize substantial provision for credit losses in 2020, and reduced our transaction volume and revenues. See the discussion captioned CECL Accounting and COVID-19 within Events Impacting Year-to-Year Comparisons , immediately below.
Client Concentration Neither we nor any of our significant subsidiaries is dependent upon a single client or very few clients. Calendar-Year Seasonality We do not experience material seasonality. We do experience seasonal variation in certain revenues, expenses, and credit trends.
BUSINESS Table of Contents Client Concentration Neither we nor any of our significant subsidiaries is dependent upon a single client or very few clients. Calendar-Year Seasonality We do not experience material seasonality. We do experience seasonal variation in certain revenues, expenses, and credit trends.
BUSINESS Table of Contents Securities Regulation Certain of our subsidiaries are subject to various securities laws and regulations and capital adequacy requirements promulgated by the regulatory and exchange authorities of the jurisdictions in which they operate. Our registered broker-dealer subsidiaries are subject to the SEC’s net capital rule, Rule 15c3-1.
Securities Regulation Certain of our subsidiaries are subject to various securities laws and regulations and capital adequacy requirements promulgated by the regulatory and exchange authorities of the jurisdictions in which they operate. Our registered broker-dealer subsidiaries are subject to the SEC’s net capital rule, Rule 15c3-1.
For larger institutions, the minimum LCR requirement increases based on a bank’s asset size. Category IV banks, with at least $100 billion in assets, are not subject to LCR requirements unless they have at least $50 billion in weighted short-term wholesale funding. 25 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
For larger institutions, the minimum LCR requirement increases based on a bank’s asset size. Category IV banks, with at least $100 billion in assets, are not subject to LCR requirements unless they have at least $50 billion in weighted short-term wholesale funding. 23 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
At December 31, 2022, we are a financial holding company and the Bank has a number of financial subsidiaries, as discussed in Subsidiaries within this Item 1 under the Other Business Information discussion, which begins on page 18 . Tennessee Law Tennessee law does not expressly restrict the activities of a bank holding company or its non-bank affiliates.
At December 31, 2023, we are a financial holding company and the Bank has a number of financial subsidiaries, as discussed in Subsidiaries within this Item 1 under the Other Business Information discussion, which begins on page 16 . Tennessee Law Tennessee law does not expressly restrict the activities of a bank holding company or its non-bank affiliates.
FDIC Insurance Assessments; DIFA U.S. bank deposits generally are insured by the Deposit Insurance Fund (“DIF”), administered by the FDIC. The system of FDIC insurance premium rates charged consists of a rate grid structure in which base rates range from 5 to 35 basis points annually, and in 2022 fully adjusted rates ranged from 2.5 to 45 basis points annually.
FDIC Insurance Assessments; DIFA U.S. bank deposits generally are insured by the Deposit Insurance Fund (“DIF”), administered by the FDIC. The system of FDIC insurance premium rates charged consists of a rate grid structure in which base rates range from 5 to 35 basis points annually, and in 2023 fully adjusted rates ranged from 2.5 to 42 basis points annually.
Additional information concerning these risks and our management of them, all of which is incorporated into this Item 1A by this reference, appears under the captions Operational Risk Management and Compliance Risk Management , beginning on page 90 of our 2022 MD&A (Item 7). Regulatory, Legislative, & Legal Risks The regulatory environment continues to be challenging.
Additional information concerning these risks and our management of them, all of which is incorporated into this Item 1A by this reference, appears under the captions Operational Risk Management and Compliance Risk Management , beginning on page 85 of our 2023 MD&A (Item 7). Regulatory, Legislative, & Legal Risks The regulatory environment continues to be challenging.
BUSINESS Table of Contents In addition to the impact of regulation, commercial banks are affected significantly by the actions of the Federal Reserve as it attempts to control interest rates, money supply, and credit availability in order to influence the economy.
In addition to the impact of regulation, commercial banks are affected significantly by the actions of the Federal Reserve as it attempts to control interest rates, money supply, and credit availability in order to influence the economy.
Key traditional competitors in many of our markets include Wells Fargo Bank N.A., Bank of America N.A., First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company (dba First Citizens Bank), Synovus Bank, Truist Bank, Regions Bank, JPMorgan Chase Bank National Association, PNC Bank National Association, BankUnited, Hancock Whitney Bank, and Pinnacle Bank, among many others including many community banks and credit unions.
Key traditional competitors in many of our markets include Bank of America N.A., Fifth Third Bank National Association, First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company ( dba First Citizens Bank), Hancock Whitney Bank, Huntington National Bank, JPMorgan Chase Bank National Association, Regions Bank, Pinnacle Bank, PNC Bank National Association, Synovus Bank, Truist Bank, and Wells Fargo Bank N.A., among many others including many community banks and credit unions.
Operational risk can arise in many ways, including: errors related to failed or inadequate physical, operational, information technology, or other processes; faulty or disabled computer or other technology systems; fraud, theft, physical security breaches, electronic data and related security breaches, or other criminal conduct by associates or third parties; and exposure to other external events.
Operational risk can arise in many ways, including: errors related to failed or inadequate physical, operational, information technology, or other processes; faulty or disabled computer or other technology systems; fraud, theft, physical security breaches, electronic data and related security breaches (see Cybersecurity Risks below), or other criminal conduct by associates or third parties; and exposure to other external events.
In recent years, certain financial companies or their affiliates that traditionally were not banks have been able to compete more directly with the Bank for deposits and other traditional banking services and products. Increased fluidity across traditional boundaries is likely to continue.
In recent years, certain financial companies or their affiliates that traditionally were not banks have been able to compete more directly with the Bank for deposits and other traditional banking services and products. The trend of increasing fluidity across traditional boundaries is likely to continue.
Although our current strategy is expected to evolve as business conditions change, in 2023 our primary strategies are to (1) invest resources in our banking businesses, (2) seek to exploit growth opportunities, especially within the markets we serve, and (3) seek to exploit opportunities to cut cost without significant revenue impact.
Although our current strategies are expected to evolve as business conditions change, currently our primary strategies are to (1) invest resources in our banking businesses, (2) seek to exploit growth opportunities, especially within the markets we serve, and (3) seek to exploit opportunities to cut cost without significant revenue impact.
There are similar legal restrictions on: the Bank’s purchases of or investments in the securities of and purchases of assets from us or our nonbank subsidiaries; the Bank’s loans or extensions of credit to third parties collateralized by the securities or obligations of us or our nonbank subsidiaries; the issuance of guaranties, acceptances, and letters of credit on behalf of us or our nonbank subsidiaries; and certain bank transactions with us or our nonbank subsidiaries, or with respect to which we or our nonbank subsidiaries act as agent, participate, or have a financial interest.
There are similar legal restrictions on: the Bank’s purchases of or investments in the securities of and purchases of assets from us or other affiliates; the Bank’s loans or extensions of credit to third parties collateralized by the securities or obligations of us or other affiliates; the issuance of guaranties, acceptances, and letters of credit on behalf of us or other affiliates; and certain Bank transactions with us or other affiliates, or with respect to which we or other affiliates act as agent, participate, or have a financial interest.
RISK FACTORS Table of Contents Risks Related to Businesses We May Exit We may be unable to successfully implement a disposition or wind-down of businesses or units which no longer fit our strategic plans. We consider possible closures and divestitures as we continue to adapt to a changing business and regulatory environment.
Risks Related to Businesses We May Exit We may be unable to successfully implement a disposition or wind-down of businesses or units which no longer fit our strategic plans. We consider possible closures and divestitures as we continue to adapt to a changing business and regulatory environment.
Sale of Title Services Business in 2022 In third quarter of 2022, we sold our title services business, recognizing a $22 million pretax gain. IBKC Merger of Equals in 2020 In July 2020, we closed our merger of equals with IBERIABANK Corporation (“IBKC”). IBKC was the parent company of IBERIABANK based in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Gain on Sale of Business In third quarter of 2022, we sold our title services business, recognizing a $22 million pre-tax gain. IBKC Merger of Equals in 2020 In July 2020, we closed our merger of equals with IBERIABANK Corporation (“IBKC”). IBKC was the parent company of IBERIABANK based in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Additional information concerning operational risks and our management of them, all of which is incorporated into this Item 1A by this reference, appears under the caption Operational Risk Management beginning on page 90 of our 2022 MD&A (Item 7).
Additional information concerning operational risks and our management of them, all of which is incorporated into this Item 1A by this reference, appears under the caption Operational Risk Management beginning on page 85 of our 2023 MD&A (Item 7).
The methods by which such events could adversely affect us are highly varied but broadly include the following: an increase in our cost of borrowed funds or, in a worst case, the unavailability of borrowed funds through conventional markets; impacts upon our hedging and other counterparties; impacts upon our clients; impacts upon the U.S. economy, especially in the areas of employment rates, real estate values, interest rates, and inflation/deflation rates; and impacts upon us from our regulatory environment, which can change substantially and unpredictably from possible political response to major financial disruptions. 39 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1A.
The methods by which such events could adversely affect us are highly varied but broadly include the following: an increase in our cost of borrowed funds or, in a worst case, the unavailability of borrowed funds through conventional markets; impacts upon our hedging and other counterparties; impacts upon our clients; impacts upon the U.S. economy, especially in the areas of employment rates, real estate values, interest rates, and inflation/deflation rates; and impacts upon us from our regulatory environment, which can change substantially and unpredictably from possible political response to major financial disruptions.
Additional information concerning market uncertainties and trends appears in Market Uncertainties and Prospective Trends within 2022 MD&A (Item 7) beginning on page 95 , especially under the caption Inflation, Recession, and Federal Reserve Policy. Other Business Information Associated with this Report For additional information concerning our business, refer to 2022 MD&A (Item 7).
Additional information concerning market uncertainties and trends appears in Market Uncertainties and Prospective Trends within 2023 MD&A (Item 7) beginning on page 92 , especially under the caption Inflation, Recession, and Federal Reserve Policy. Other Business Information Associated with this Report For additional information concerning our business, refer to 2023 MD&A (Item 7) beginning on page 54 .
Failure to build and maintain, or outsource, the necessary operational infrastructure, failure of that infrastructure to perform its functions, or failure of our disaster preparedness plans if primary infrastructure components suffer damage, can lead to risk of loss of service to clients, legal actions, and noncompliance with applicable regulatory standards.
RISK FACTORS Table of Contents Failure to build and maintain, or outsource, the necessary operational infrastructure, failure of that infrastructure to perform its functions, or failure of our disaster preparedness plans if primary infrastructure components suffer damage, can lead to risk of loss of service to clients, legal actions, and noncompliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
In addition, efforts to comply with applicable regulations may increase our costs and/or limit our ability to pursue certain business opportunities. See Supervision and Regulation within Item 1 of this report, beginning on page 21 , for additional information concerning f inancial industry regulations.
In addition, efforts to comply with applicable regulations may increase our costs and/or limit our ability to pursue certain business opportunities. See Supervision and Regulation within Item 1 of this report, beginning on page 19 , for additional information concerning financial industry regulations.
Sources & Availability of Funds Information concerning the sources and availability of funds for our businesses can be found in our 2022 MD&A (Item 7), including the subsection entitled Liquidity Risk Management beginning on page 91 , which material is incorporated herein by reference. 30 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS Table of Contents Item 1A.
Sources & Availability of Funds Information concerning the sources and availability of funds for our businesses can be found in our 2023 MD&A (Item 7), including the subsection entitled Liquidity Risk Management beginning on page 88 , which material is incorporated herein by reference. 28 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS Table of Contents Item 1A.
Also in 2020 and 2021, the federal Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) contributed to deposit growth as proceeds from PPP loans boosted average deposit account balances. Organic growth in deposits from core banking clients grew throughout this period, even when interest rates were extremely low.
Also in 2020 and 2021, the PPP contributed to deposit growth as proceeds from PPP loans boosted average deposit account balances. Organic growth in deposits from core banking clients grew throughout this period, even when interest rates were extremely low.
We have many competitors within both groups, including major U.S. and international securities firms as well as numerous regional and local firms. Additional Information About Competition For additional information on the competitive position of FHN and the Bank, refer to the General subsection above within this Item 1.
Both client groups are widely dispersed geographically, predominantly within the U.S. We have many competitors within both groups, including major U.S. and international securities firms as well as numerous regional and local firms. Additional Information About Competition For additional information on the competitive position of FHN and the Bank, refer to the General subsection above within this Item 1.
But if rates fall low enough (as they have in recent years), the yield curve will flatten and our margins will suffer. Moreover, the Federal Reserve tends to lower rates in response to, or to avoid, a weakening economy. Economic weakness tends to diminish client borrowing and other activities which benefit our performance.
But if rates fall low enough (as they did in 2020-21), the yield curve will flatten and our margins will suffer. Moreover, the Federal Reserve tends to lower rates in response to, or to avoid, a weakening economy. Economic weakness tends to diminish client borrowing and other activities which benefit our performance.
Those branches are in markets which we did not serve previously, or in which we did not have a leading market position. Along with the branch facilities, we acquired $0.4 billion of related loans and assumed $2.2 billion of deposits.
BUSINESS Table of Contents Truist Bank). Those branches are in markets which we did not serve previously, or in which we did not have a leading market position. Along with the branch facilities, we acquired $0.4 billion of related loans and assumed $2.2 billion of deposits.
Additional information concerning credit risks and our management of them is set forth under the caption Asset Quality beginning on page 69 of our 2022 MD&A (Item 7).
Additional information concerning credit risks and our management of them is set forth under the caption Asset Quality beginning on page 65 of our 2023 MD&A (Item 7).
Insurance activities are subject to regulation by the states in which such business is transacted. Although most of such regulation focuses on insurance companies and their insurance products, insurance agents and their activities are also subject to regulation by the states, including, among other things, licensing and marketing and sales practices.
Although most of such regulation focuses on insurance companies and their insurance products, insurance agents and their activities are also subject to regulation by the states, including, among other things, licensing and marketing and sales practices.
Additional information regarding materials available on our website is provided in Item 10 of this report beginning on page 203 . No information external to this report and its exhibits, unless specifically noted otherwise, is incorporated into this report. 20 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
Additional information regarding materials available on our website is provided in Item 10 of this report beginning on page 205 . No information external to this report and its exhibits, unless specifically noted otherwise, is incorporated into this report. 18 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
At December 31, 2022, our Leverage ratio was 10.36% and the Bank’s was 9.76%. • Leverage Ratio—Supplemental. For the largest internationally active supervised financial institutions, not including us or the Bank, a minimum supplementary Leverage ratio must be maintained that takes into account certain off-balance sheet exposures.
At December 31, 2023, our Leverage ratio was 10.69% and the Bank’s was 10.20%. • Leverage Ratio—Supplemental. For the largest internationally active supervised financial institutions, not including us or the Bank, a minimum supplementary Leverage ratio must be maintained that takes into account certain off-balance sheet exposures.
Key risks associated with exiting a business include: • our ability to price a sale transaction appropriately and otherwise negotiate acceptable terms; • our ability to identify and implement key client, personnel, technology systems, and other transition actions to avoid or minimize negative effects on retained businesses; • our ability to mitigate the loss of any pretax income that the exited business produced; • our ability to assess and manage any loss of synergies that the exited business had with our retained businesses; and • our ability to manage capital, liquidity, and other challenges that may arise if an exit results in significant legacy cash expenditures or financial loss.
Key risks associated with exiting a business include: • our ability to price a sale transaction appropriately and otherwise negotiate acceptable terms; • our ability to identify and implement key client, personnel, technology systems, and other transition actions to avoid or minimize negative effects on retained businesses; • our ability to mitigate the loss of any pre-tax income that the exited business produced; • our ability to assess and manage any loss of synergies that the exited business had with our retained businesses; and • our ability to manage capital, liquidity, and other challenges that may arise if an exit results in significant legacy cash expenditures or financial loss. 35 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1A.
Further information regarding our loans is provided in Note 3 beginning on page 134 appearing in our 2022 Financial Statements (Item 8), 10 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1. BUSINESS Table of Contents and under the captions Analysis of Financial Condition and Asset Quality, beginning on pages 67 and 69 , respectively, of our 2022 MD&A (Item 7).
Further information regarding our loans is provided in Note 3 beginning on page 131 appearing in our 2023 Financial Statements (Item 8), and under the captions Analysis of Financial Condition and Asset Quality, beginning on 7 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1. BUSINESS Table of Contents pages 62 and 65 , respectively, of our 2023 MD&A (Item 7).
Those special risks include: • the potential for elevated and duplicative operating expenses if we are unable to integrate the two companies efficiently in a reasonable amount of time; and • the potential for a significant increase in the time horizon that may be needed before substantial economies of scale can be realized or substantial revenue synergies can be developed effectively.
Those special risks include: • the potential for elevated and duplicative operating expenses if we are unable to integrate the two companies efficiently in a reasonable amount of time; and • the potential for a significant increase in the time horizon that may be needed before substantial economies of scale can be realized or substantial revenue synergies can be developed effectively. 30 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1A.
Frequently, many of those affected are our clients. Although our systems are not breached by these third-party incursions, they can increase account fraud and can cause us to take costly steps to avoid significant theft loss to our Bank and our clients. Our ability to recoup our losses may be limited legally or practically in many situations.
Although our systems are not breached by these third-party incursions, they can increase fraud impacting accounts at our Bank and can cause us to take costly steps to avoid significant theft loss to our Bank and to our clients. Our ability to recoup our losses may be limited legally or practically in many situations.
Although many of our defenses are systemic and highly technical, others are much older and more basic. For example, periodically we train all our associates to recognize red flags associated with fraud, theft, and other electronic crimes, and we educate our clients as well through regular and episodic security-oriented communications.
Although many of our defenses are systemic and highly technical, others are much older and more basic. For example, periodically we train all our associates to recognize red flags associated with fraud, theft, and other electronic crimes, and we educate our clients as well through regular and episodic security-oriented communications. We 33 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1A.
Common Equity Tier 1 Capital consists of core components of Tier 1 Capital. The core components consist of common stock plus retained earnings net of goodwill, other intangible assets, and certain other required deduction items. At December 31, 2022, our Common Equity Tier 1 Capital Ratio was 10.17% and the Bank’s was 10.77%. • Tier 1 Capital Ratio.
Common Equity Tier 1 Capital consists of core components of Tier 1 Capital. The core components consist of common stock plus retained earnings net of goodwill, other intangible assets, and certain other required deduction items. At December 31, 2023, our Common Equity Tier 1 Capital Ratio was 11.40% and the Bank’s was 11.40%. • Tier 1 Capital Ratio.
Percentages may not add to 100% due to rounding. Other Business Information Strategic Transactions An element of our business strategy is to consider acquisitions and divestitures that would enhance long-term shareholder value. Significant acquisitions and divestitures which closed during the past five years are described in Significant Developments over the Past Five Years beginning on page 12 of this report.
Other Business Information Strategic Transactions An element of our business strategy is to consider acquisitions and divestitures that would enhance long-term shareholder value. Significant acquisitions and divestitures which closed during the past five years are described in Significant Developments over the Past Five Years beginning on page 10 of this report.
These services compete directly with traditional banks in offering personal financial advice. The low-cost, high-speed nature of these “robo-advisor” services can be especially attractive to younger, less-affluent clients and potential clients. We and other traditional banks offer similar services, but doing so risks cannibalizing traditional business models for these services.
The low-cost, high-speed nature of these “robo-advisor” services can be especially attractive to younger, less-affluent clients and potential clients. We and other traditional banks offer similar services, but doing so risks cannibalizing traditional business models for these services.
In broad terms, these relationships are summarized in Table 1.9.
In broad terms, these relationships are summarized in Table 1.10.
Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Federal banking regulators must take “prompt corrective action” regarding FDIC-insured depository institutions that do not meet minimum capital requirements. For this purpose, insured depository institutions are divided into five capital categories. The specific requirements applicable to us are summarized in Table 1.10. 24 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Federal banking regulators must take “prompt corrective action” regarding FDIC-insured depository institutions (such as the Bank) that do not meet minimum capital requirements. For this purpose, insured depository institutions are divided into five capital categories. The specific requirements applicable to our Bank are summarized in Table 1.11. 22 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
Insurance of deposits may be terminated by the FDIC upon a finding that the institution has engaged in unsafe and unsound practices, is in an unsafe or unsound condition to continue operations, or has violated any applicable law, regulation, rule, order, or condition imposed by a federal bank regulatory agency.
Insurance of deposits may be terminated by the FDIC upon a finding that the institution has engaged in unsafe and unsound practices, is in an unsafe or unsound condition to continue operations, or has violated any applicable law, regulation, rule, order, or condition imposed by a federal bank regulatory agency. 26 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
Additional information concerning monetary policy and changes to it appears: within the Effect of Governmental Policies and Proposals section of Item 1 beginning on page 29 ; under the caption Risks Associated with Monetary Events beginning on page 39 within Item 1A; and under the caption Federal Reserve Policy in Transition within the Market Uncertainties and Prospective Trends section of 2022 MD&A (Item 7), which begins on page 95 .
Additional information concerning monetary policy and changes to it appears: within the Effect of Governmental Policies and Proposals section of Item 1 beginning on page 27 ; under the caption Risks Associated with Monetary Events begin ning on page 34 within Item 1A; and under the caption Federal Reserve Policy in Transition within the Market Uncertainties and Prospective Trends section of 2023 MD&A (Item 7), which begins on page 92 .
Accordingly, an economic downturn or other adverse economic change (local, regional, national, or global) can hurt our financial performance in the form of higher loan losses, lower loan production levels, lower deposit levels, compression of our net interest margin, and lower fees from transactions and services.
Accordingly, an economic downturn or other adverse economic change (local, regional, national, or global) can hurt our financial performance in the form of higher loan losses, lower loan production levels, lower deposit levels, compression of our net interest margin, and lower fees from transactions and services. Those effects can continue for many years after the downturn technically ends.
Further information on these topics is presented: within Item 1A (which begins on page 31 ), in Risk from Economic Downturns and Changes , Risks Associated with Monetary Events , Liquidity and Funding Risks , and Interest Rate and Yield Curve Risks ; and, within 2022 MD&A (Item 7), in Executive Overview (page 59 ), Interest Rate Risk Management (page 89 ), and Market Uncertainties and Prospective Trends (page 95 ).
Further information on these topics is presented: within Item 1A (which begins on page 29 ), in Risk from Economic Downturns and Changes , Risks Associated with Monetary Events , Liquidity and Funding Risks , and Interest Rate and Yield Curve Risks ; and, within 2023 MD&A (Item 7), in Executive Overview (page 55 ), Interest Rate Risk Management (page 84 ), and Market Uncertainties and Prospective Trends (page 92 ).
Actions of this sort typically are elevated in the first few years after a significant merger. For example, in 2021 we closed/consolidated several dozen banking locations in the wake of the 2020 IBKC merger, and we divested our title insurance business in 2022.
Actions of this sort typically are elevated in the first few years after a significant merger. For example, in 2021 we closed/consolidated several dozen banking locations in the wake of the 2020 IBKC merger, and we divested our title insurance business in 2022. Other dispositions have occurred in recent years and likely will continue in the future.
In addition, operating results in 2020 were significantly affected by merger-related expenses and by two significant accounting impacts, described in Large Accounting Impacts from IBKC Merger below. 30-Branch Acquisition in 2020 In July 2020, we purchased 30 branches in North Carolina (20), Virginia (8), and Georgia (2) from SunTrust Bank (now Truist Bank).
In addition, operating results in 2020 were significantly affected by merger-related expenses and by two significant accounting impacts, described in Large Accounting Impacts from IBKC Merger below. 30-Branch Acquisition in 2020 In July 2020, we purchased 30 branches in North Carolina (20), Virginia (8), and Georgia (2) from SunTrust Bank (now 11 2023 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
BUSINESS Table of Contents deteriorate in a rapid manner. Starting in March 2020, government and public reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic caused substantial and rapid, and previously unexpected, business disruption and economic deterioration. Those events substantially changed our expectations for future credit loss and, accordingly, our provision was significantly elevated in 2020.
Also in 2020, government and public reaction to the COVID-19 pandemic caused substantial and rapid, and previously unexpected, business disruption and economic deterioration. Those events substantially changed our expectations for future credit loss and, accordingly, our provision was significantly elevated in 2020.
Various consumer laws and regulations also affect the operations of the Bank. In addition, several of the Bank’s subsidiaries are regulated separately, as discussed in Subsidiaries within this Item 1 under the Other Business Information discussion above, which begins on page 18 . 21 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
Various consumer laws and regulations also affect the operations of the Bank. In addition, several of the Bank’s subsidiaries are regulated separately, as discussed in Subsidiaries within this Item 1 under the Other Business Information discussion above, which begins on page 16 .
Depositor Preference Federal law provides that deposits and certain claims for administrative expenses and associate compensation against an insured depository institution would be afforded a priority over other general unsecured claims against such an institution, including federal funds and letters of credit, in the “liquidation or other resolution” of such an institution by any receiver. 28 2022 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT ITEM 1.
BUSINESS Table of Contents Depositor Preference Federal law provides that deposits and certain claims for administrative expenses and associate compensation against an insured depository institution would be afforded a priority over other general unsecured claims against such an institution, including federal funds and letters of credit, in the “liquidation or other resolution” of such an institution by any receiver.
Table 1.7 SELECTED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA (Dollars in millions; financial condition data shown period-end, as of December 31) 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 Net interest income $ 2,392 $ 1,994 $ 1,662 $ 1,210 $ 1,220 Provision for credit losses 95 (310) 503 45 8 Noninterest income 815 1,076 1,492 654 723 Net income available to common shareholders 868 962 822 435 539 Total loans and leases 58,102 54,859 58,232 31,061 27,536 Total assets 78,953 89,092 84,209 43,311 40,832 Total deposits 63,489 74,895 69,982 32,430 32,683 Total term borrowings 1,597 1,590 1,670 791 1,171 Total liabilities 70,406 80,598 75,902 38,235 36,047 Preferred stock 1,014 520 470 96 96 Total shareholders’ equity 8,547 8,494 8,307 5,076 4,785 Priorities & Developments Over the past five years, our strategic priorities have focused on: • targeted and opportunistic expansion of consumer and commercial banking products and markets; • targeted and opportunistic expansion of commercial lending, mainly through strategic and tactical transactions, talent development, and talent acquisitions; • rigorous expense management with continued investment in revenue generating initiatives; • managing business units and products with a strong emphasis on risk-adjusted returns on invested capital; • providing exceptional client service and experience as a primary means to differentiate us from competitors; and • investment in scalable technology and other infrastructure to attract and retain clients and to support expansion.
Table 1.8 SELECTED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA (Dollars in millions; financial condition data shown period-end, as of December 31) 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 Net interest income $ 2,540 $ 2,392 $ 1,994 $ 1,662 $ 1,210 Noninterest income 927 815 1,076 1,492 654 Net income available to common shareholders 865 868 962 822 435 Total loans and leases 61,292 58,102 54,859 58,232 31,061 Provision (benefit) for credit losses 260 95 (310) 503 45 Net Charge-offs 170 59 2 120 27 Net interest margin 3.42 % 3.10 % 2.48 % 2.86 % 3.28 % Total assets 81,661 78,953 89,092 84,209 43,311 Total deposits 65,780 63,489 74,895 69,982 32,430 Total term borrowings 1,150 1,597 1,590 1,670 791 Total liabilities 72,370 70,406 80,598 75,902 38,235 Preferred stock 520 1,014 520 470 96 Total shareholders’ equity (financial statement) 9,291 8,547 8,494 8,307 5,076 Common Equity Tier 1 Capital (regulatory) 8,104 7,032 6,367 6,110 3,409 Priorities & Developments Over the past five years, our strategic priorities have focused on: • targeted and opportunistic expansion of consumer and commercial banking products and markets; • targeted and opportunistic expansion of commercial lending, mainly through strategic and tactical transactions, talent development, and talent acquisitions; • rigorous expense management with continued investment in revenue generating initiatives; • managing business units and products with a strong emphasis on risk-adjusted returns on invested capital; • providing exceptional client service and experience as a primary means to differentiate us from competitors; and • investment in scalable technology and other infrastructure to attract and retain clients and to support expansion.