Fair value measurements

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2021


Note 16 · Fair value measurements

Fair value measurement and disclosure valuation methodology. The following are descriptions of the valuation methodologies used for assets and liabilities recorded at fair value and for estimating fair value for financial instruments not carried at fair value:

Short-term borrowings—other than bank. The carrying amount of short-term borrowings approximated fair value because of the short maturity of these instruments.

Investment securities. The fair value of ASB’s investment securities is determined quarterly through pricing obtained from independent third-party pricing services or from brokers not affiliated with the trade. Non-binding broker quotes are infrequent and generally occur for new securities that are settled close to the month-end pricing date. The third-party pricing vendors ASB uses for pricing its securities are reputable firms that provide pricing services on a global basis and have processes in place to ensure quality and control. The third-party pricing services use a variety of methods to determine the fair value of securities that fall under Level 2 of ASB’s fair value measurement hierarchy. Among the considerations are quoted prices for similar securities in an active market, yield spreads for similar trades, adjustments for liquidity, size, collateral characteristics, historic and generic prepayment speeds, and other observable market factors.

To enhance the robustness of the pricing process, ASB will on a quarterly basis compare its standard third-party vendor’s price with that of another third-party vendor. If the prices are within an acceptable tolerance range, the price of the standard vendor will be accepted. If the variance is beyond the tolerance range, an evaluation will be conducted by ASB and a challenge to the price may be made. Fair value in such cases will be based on the value that best reflects the data and observable characteristics of the security. In all cases, the fair value used will have been independently determined by a third-party pricing vendor or non-affiliated broker.

The fair value of the mortgage revenue bonds is estimated using a discounted cash flow model to calculate the present value of future principal and interest payments and, therefore is classified within Level 3 of the valuation hierarchy.

Loans held for sale. Residential and commercial loans are carried at the lower of cost or market and are valued using market observable pricing inputs, which are derived from third party loan sales and, therefore, are classified within Level 2 of the valuation hierarchy.

Loans held for investment. Fair value of loans held for investment is derived using a discounted cash flow approach which includes an evaluation of the underlying loan characteristics. The valuation model uses loan characteristics which includes product type, maturity dates and the underlying interest rate of the portfolio. This information is input into the valuation models along with various forecast valuation assumptions including prepayment forecasts, to determine the discount rate. These assumptions are derived from internal and third party sources. Since the valuation is derived from model-based techniques, ASB includes loans held for investment within Level 3 of the valuation hierarchy.

Collateral dependent loans. Collateral dependent loans have been adjusted to fair value. When a loan is identified as collateral dependent, the Company measures the impairment using the current fair value of the collateral, less selling costs. Depending on the characteristics of a loan, the fair value of collateral is generally estimated by obtaining external appraisals, but in some cases, the value of the collateral may be estimated as having little or no value. Non-real estate collateral may be valued using an appraisal, net book value per the borrower’s financial statements, or aging reports, adjusted or discounted based on management’s historical knowledge, changes in market conditions from the time of the valuation and management’s expertise and knowledge of the client and client’s business, resulting in a Level 3 fair value classification. If it is determined that the value of the collateral dependent loan is less than its recorded investment, the Company recognizes this impairment and adjusts the carrying value of the loan to fair value through the allowance for credit losses.

Real estate acquired in settlement of loans. Foreclosed assets are carried at fair value (less estimated costs to sell) and are generally based upon appraisals or independent market prices that are periodically updated subsequent to classification as real estate owned. Such adjustments typically result in a Level 3 classification of the inputs for determining fair value. ASB estimates the fair value of collateral-dependent loans and real estate owned using the sales comparison approach.

Mortgage servicing rights. MSRs are capitalized at fair value based on market data at the time of sale and accounted for in subsequent periods at the lower of amortized cost or fair value. MSRs are evaluated for impairment at each reporting date. ASB's MSRs are stratified based on predominant risk characteristics of the underlying loans including loan type and note rate. For each stratum, fair value is calculated by discounting expected net income streams using discount rates that reflect industry pricing for similar assets. Expected net income streams are estimated based on industry assumptions regarding prepayment expectations and income and expenses associated with servicing residential mortgage loans for others. Impairment is recognized through a valuation allowance for each stratum when the carrying amount exceeds fair value, with any associated provision recorded as a component of loan servicing fees included in “Revenues - bank” in the consolidated statements of income. A direct write-down is recorded when the recoverability of the valuation allowance is deemed to be unrecoverable. ASB compares the fair value of MSRs to an estimated value calculated by an independent third-party. The third-party relies on both published and unpublished sources of market related assumptions and its own experience and expertise to arrive at a value. ASB uses the third-party value only to assess the reasonableness of its own estimate. ASB includes MSRs within Level 3 of the valuation hierarchy.

Time deposits. The fair value of fixed-maturity certificates of deposit was estimated by discounting the future cash flows using the rates currently offered for FHLB advances of similar remaining maturities. Deposit liabilities are classified in Level 2 of the valuation hierarchy.

Other borrowings. For advances and repurchase agreements, fair value is estimated using quantitative discounted cash flow models that require the use of interest rate inputs that are currently offered for advances and repurchase agreements of similar remaining maturities. The majority of market inputs are actively quoted and can be validated through external sources, including broker market transactions and third party pricing services.

Long-term debt—other than bank. Fair value of fixed-rate long-term debt—other than bank was obtained from third-party financial services providers based on the current rates offered for debt of the same or similar remaining maturities and from discounting the future cash flows using the current rates offered for debt of the same or similar risks, terms, and remaining maturities. The carrying amount of floating rate long-term debt—other than bank approximated fair value because of the short-term interest reset periods. Long-term debt—other than bank is classified in Level 2 of the valuation hierarchy.

Interest rate lock commitments (IRLCs). The estimated fair value of commitments to originate residential mortgage loans for sale is based on quoted prices for similar loans in active markets. IRLCs are classified as Level 2 measurements.

Forward sales commitments. To be announced (TBA) mortgage-backed securities forward commitments are classified as Level 1, and consist of publicly-traded debt securities for which identical fair values can be obtained through quoted market

prices in active exchange markets. The fair values of ASB’s best efforts and mandatory delivery loan sale commitments are determined using quoted prices in the market place that are observable and are classified as Level 2 measurements.

The following table presents the carrying or notional amount, fair value, and placement in the fair value hierarchy of the Company’s financial instruments.


			Estimated fair value
(in thousands)	Carrying or notional amount		Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets (Level 1)		Significant other observable inputs (Level 2)		Significant unobservable inputs (Level 3)		Total
December 31, 2021
Financial assets
HEI consolidated

Available-for-sale investment securities	$	2,574,618	$	—	$	2,559,191	$	15,427	$	2,574,618
Held-to-maturity investment securities	522,270		—		510,474		—		510,474

Loans, net	5,150,388		—		10,403		5,218,121		5,228,524
Mortgage servicing rights	9,950		—		—		14,480		14,480

Derivative assets	57,377		—		909		—		909


Financial liabilities
HEI consolidated
Deposit liabilities	423,976		—		442,361		—		442,361
Short-term borrowings—other than bank	53,998		—		53,998		—		53,998
Other bank borrowings	88,305		—		88,304		—		88,304
Long-term debt, net—other than bank	2,321,937		—		2,624,130		—		2,624,130
Derivative liabilities	57,000		11		5,271		—		5,282
Hawaiian Electric consolidated

Long-term debt, net	1,676,402		—		1,955,710		—		1,955,710

December 31, 2020
Financial assets
HEI consolidated

Available-for-sale investment securities	$	1,970,417	$	—	$	1,943,232	$	27,185	$	1,970,417
Held-to-maturity investment securities	226,947		—		229,963		—		229,963

Loans, net	5,260,917		—		28,354		5,410,976		5,439,330
Mortgage servicing rights	10,020		—		—		10,705		10,705

Derivative assets	120,980		—		4,536		—		4,536


Financial liabilities
HEI consolidated
Deposit liabilities	548,830		—		552,800		—		552,800
Short-term borrowings—other than bank	129,379		—		129,379		—		129,379
Other bank borrowings	89,670		—		89,669		—		89,669
Long-term debt, net—other than bank	2,119,129		—		2,487,790		—		2,487,790
Derivative liabilities	137,500		500		4,530		—		5,030
Hawaiian Electric consolidated
Short-term borrowings	49,979		—		49,979		—		49,979
Long-term debt, net	1,561,302		—		1,890,490		—		1,890,490

Fair value measurements on a recurring basis. Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows:


December 31	2021						2020
	Fair value measurements using						Fair value measurements using
(in thousands)	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3

Available-for-sale investment securities (bank segment)
Mortgage-backed securities — issued or guaranteed by U.S. Government agencies or sponsored agencies	$	—	$	2,437,923	$	—	$	—	$	1,849,559	$	—
U.S. Treasury and federal agency obligations	—		90,090		—		—		62,322		—
Corporate bonds	—		31,178		—		—		31,351		—
Mortgage revenue bonds	—		—		15,427		—		—		27,185
	$	—	$	2,559,191	$	15,427	$	—	$	1,943,232	$	27,185
Derivative assets
Interest rate lock commitments (bank segment)1	$	—	$	638	$	—	$	—	$	4,536	$	—


Interest rate swap (Other segment)2	—		271		—		—		—		—
	$	—	$	909	$	—	$	—	$	4,536	$	—
Derivative liabilities

Forward commitments (bank segment)1	$	11	$	—	$	—	$	500	$	—	$	—

Interest rate swap (Other segment)2	—		5,271		—		—		4,530		—
	$	11	$	5,271	$	—	$	500	$	4,530	$	—

1 Derivatives are carried at fair value in other assets or other liabilities in the balance sheets with changes in value included in mortgage banking income.

2 Derivatives are included in other assets and other liabilities in the balance sheets.

There were no transfers of financial assets and liabilities between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy during the years ended December 31, 2021 and 2020.

The changes in Level 3 assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows:


(in thousands)	2021		2020
Mortgage revenue bonds
Balance, January 1	$	27,185	$	28,597
Principal payments received	(11,758)		(1,641)
Purchases	—		229
Unrealized gain (loss) included in other comprehensive income	—		—
Balance, December 31	$	15,427	$	27,185

Mortgage revenue bonds are issued by the Department of Budget and Finance of the State of Hawaii. The Company estimates the fair value by using a discounted cash flow model to calculate the present value of estimated future principal and interest payments. The unobservable input used in the fair value measurement is the weighted average discount rate. As of December 31, 2021, the weighted average discount rate was 2.07% which was derived by incorporating a credit spread over the one month LIBOR rate. Significant increases (decreases) in the weighted average discount rate could result in a significantly lower (higher) fair value measurement.

Fair value measurements on a nonrecurring basis. Certain assets and liabilities are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis and therefore are not included in the tables above. These measurements primarily result from assets carried at the lower of cost or fair value or from impairment of individual assets. As of December 31, 2021, there were no financial instruments measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis. The carrying value of assets measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis were as follows:


			Fair value measurements using
(in thousands)	Balance		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3





December 31, 2020
Loans	$	387	$	—	$	—	$	387
Mortgage servicing rights	3,001		—		—		3,001

For 2021 and 2020, there were no adjustments to fair value for ASB’s loans held for sale.

The following table presents quantitative information about Level 3 fair value measurements for financial instruments measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis:

Significant unobservable
input value (1)

(dollars in thousands)

Fair value

Valuation technique

Significant unobservable input

Range

Weighted
Average

December 31, 2020

Commercial loan

387

Fair value of collateral

Appraised value less selling cost

N/A (2)

Mortgage servicing rights

3,001

Discounted cash flow

Prepayment speed

15%-22%

22%

Discount rate

9.3%

(1) Represents percent of outstanding principal balance.

(2) N/A - Not applicable. There is one asset in each fair value measurement type.

Significant increases (decreases) in any of those inputs in isolation would result in significantly higher (lower) fair value measurements.

- Definition

The entire disclosure for the fair value of financial instruments (as defined), including financial assets and financial liabilities (collectively, as defined), and the measurements of those instruments as well as disclosures related to the fair value of non-financial assets and liabilities. Such disclosures about the financial instruments, assets, and liabilities would include: (1) the fair value of the required items together with their carrying amounts (as appropriate); (2) for items for which it is not practicable to estimate fair value, disclosure would include: (a) information pertinent to estimating fair value (including, carrying amount, effective interest rate, and maturity, and (b) the reasons why it is not practicable to estimate fair value; (3) significant concentrations of credit risk including: (a) information about the activity, region, or economic characteristics identifying a concentration, (b) the maximum amount of loss the entity is exposed to based on the gross fair value of the related item, (c) policy for requiring collateral or other security and information as to accessing such collateral or security, and (d) the nature and brief description of such collateral or security; (4) quantitative information about market risks and how such risks are managed; (5) for items measured on both a recurring and nonrecurring basis information regarding the inputs used to develop the fair value measurement; and (6) for items presented in the financial statement for which fair value measurement is elected: (a) information necessary to understand the reasons for the election, (b) discussion of the effect of fair value changes on earnings, (c) a description of [similar groups] items for which the election is made and the relation thereof to the balance sheet, the aggregate carrying value of items included in the balance sheet that are not eligible for the election; (7) all other required (as defined) and desired information.

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