10-Q

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C.  20549

________________________________________

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

 X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2012

OR

TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from ________________    to    ________________

Commission File Number:  001-12991

BANCORPSOUTH, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Mississippi	64-0659571
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
One Mississippi Plaza, 201 South Spring Street          Tupelo, Mississippi	38804
(Address of principal executive offices)	(Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code:  (662) 680-2000

NOT APPLICABLE

 (Former name, former address, and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant:  (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

Yes  [X]   No [  ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).  [X] Yes [  ] No

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company.  See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.  (Check One):  Large accelerated filer [X]  Accelerated filer [  ]  Non-accelerated filer (Do not check if a smaller reporting company) [  ]  Smaller reporting company [  ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes [  ] No [X]

As of May 1, 2012, the registrant had outstanding 94,436,177 shares of common stock, par value $2.50 per share.

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BANCORPSOUTH, INC.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I.	Financial Information		Page
	ITEM 1.	Financial Statements
		Consolidated Balance Sheets March 31, 2012  and 2011 (Unaudited) and December 31, 2011	3
		Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, 2012 and 2011	4
		Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income Three Months Ended March 31, 2012 and 2011	5
		Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) Three Months Ended March 31, 2012  and 2011	6
		Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)	7
	ITEM 2.	Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
		Condition and Results of Operations	35
	ITEM 3.	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk	67
	ITEM 4.	Controls and Procedures	67
PART II.		Other Information
	ITEM 1.	Legal Proceedings	68
	ITEM 1A.	Risk Factors	69
	ITEM 5.	Other Information	69
	ITEM 6.	Exhibits	69

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PART I.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1.  FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
BANCORPSOUTH, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Balance Sheets
	March 31,			December 31,			March 31,
	2012			2011			2011
	(Unaudited)				(1)		(Unaudited)
	(Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)
ASSETS
Cash and due from banks	$	184,441		$	195,681		$	146,989
Interest bearing deposits with other banks		665,675			303,663			102,312
Held-to-maturity securities, at amortized cost		-			-			1,667,203
Available-for-sale securities, at fair value		2,573,535			2,513,518			1,145,463
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreement to resell		-			-			150,000
Loans and leases		8,777,538			8,911,258			9,255,609
Less:  Unearned income		39,615			40,947			41,773
Allowance for credit losses		181,777			195,118			198,333
Net loans		8,556,146			8,675,193			9,015,503
Loans held for sale		110,294			83,458			56,876
Premises and equipment, net		321,720			323,383			329,862
Accrued interest receivable		50,008			51,266			61,105
Goodwill		271,297			271,297			271,297
Bank-owned life insurance		202,698			200,085			194,988
Other real estate owned		167,808			173,805			136,412
Other assets		203,950			204,502			269,228
TOTAL ASSETS	$	13,307,572		$	12,995,851		$	13,547,238
LIABILITIES
Deposits:
Demand:  Noninterest bearing	$	2,260,012		$	2,269,799		$	2,027,990
Interest bearing		4,897,585			4,706,825			5,023,073
Savings		1,067,256			991,702			932,574
Other time		2,857,469			2,986,863			3,480,477
Total deposits		11,082,322			10,955,189			11,464,114
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase		401,089			373,933			421,782
Short-term Federal Home Loan Bank and
other short-term borrowings		1,500			1,500			2,715
Accrued interest payable		7,652			8,644			13,238
Junior subordinated debt securities		160,312			160,312			160,312
Long-term Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings		33,500			33,500			110,000
Other liabilities		228,998			199,861			164,016
TOTAL LIABILITIES		11,915,373			11,732,939			12,336,177
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Common stock, $2.50 par value per share Authorized - 500,000,000 shares; Issued - 94,436,177, 83,483,796 and 83,481,737 shares, respectively		236,090			208,709			208,704
Capital surplus		309,426			227,567			225,597
Accumulated other comprehensive loss		(4,136	)		(2,261	)		(16,579	)
Retained earnings		850,819			828,897			793,339
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY		1,392,199			1,262,912			1,211,061
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY	$	13,307,572		$	12,995,851		$	13,547,238
(1)  Derived from audited financial statements.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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BANCORPSOUTH, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)
	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
	(In thousands, except for per share amounts)
INTEREST REVENUE:
Loans and leases	$	109,012	$	117,358
Deposits with other banks		401		122
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreement to resell		-		131
Held-to-maturity securities:
Taxable		-		8,014
Tax-exempt		-		3,347
Available-for-sale securities:
Taxable		11,162		8,585
Tax-exempt		4,256		824
Loans held for sale		544		447
Total interest revenue		125,375		138,828
INTEREST EXPENSE:
Deposits:
Interest bearing demand		4,449		6,546
Savings		714		826
Other time		11,291		17,483
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase		63		152
Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings		367		1,523
Junior subordinated debt		2,879		2,859
Other		2		2
Total interest expense		19,765		29,391
Net interest revenue		105,610		109,437
Provision for credit losses		10,000		53,479
Net interest revenue, after provision for credit losses		95,610		55,958
NONINTEREST REVENUE:
Mortgage lending		15,142		7,581
Credit card, debit card and merchant fees		7,523		10,346
Service charges		15,116		15,368
Trust income		2,282		3,134
Security gains, net		74		17
Insurance commissions		23,153		22,549
Other		9,070		9,316
Total noninterest revenue		72,360		68,311
NONINTEREST EXPENSE:
Salaries and employee benefits		74,931		70,375
Occupancy, net of rental income		10,066		10,671
Equipment		5,333		5,658
Deposit insurance assessments		5,383		5,425
Other		39,967		37,881
Total noninterest expense		135,680		130,010
Income (loss) before income taxes		32,290		(5,741	)
Income tax expense (benefit)		9,424		(5,247	)
Net income (loss)	$	22,866	$	(494	)
Earnings (loss) per share:  Basic	$	0.25	$	(0.01	)
Diluted	$	0.25	$	(0.01	)
Dividends declared per common share	$	0.01	$	0.11
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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BANCORPSOUTH, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012			2011
	(In thousands)
Net income (loss)	$	22,866		$	(494	)
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax
Unrealized losses on securities, net of tax		(2,953	)		(2,517	)
Pension and other postretirement benefits		1,078			391
Other comprehensive loss		(1,875	)		(2,126	)
Comprehensive income	$	20,991		$	(2,620	)
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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BANCORPSOUTH, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012			2011
	(In thousands)
Operating Activities:
Net income	$	22,866		$	(494	)
Adjustment to reconcile net income to net
cash provided by operating activities:
Provision for credit losses		10,000			53,479
Depreciation and amortization		6,832			7,476
Deferred taxes		-			(145	)
Amortization of intangibles		763			854
Amortization of debt securities premium and discount, net		2,820			1,813
Share-based compensation expense		562			617
Security gains, net		(74	)		(17	)
Net deferred loan origination expense		(2,006	)		(2,127	)
Excess tax benefit from exercise of stock options		-			(4	)
Decrease (increase) in interest receivable		1,258			(80	)
Decrease in interest payable		(992	)		(1,098	)
Realized gain on mortgages sold		(11,879	)		(7,486	)
Proceeds from mortgages sold		376,931			244,030
Origination of mortgages held for sale		(395,149	)		(202,796	)
Increase in bank-owned life insurance		(2,612	)		(924	)
Decrease (increase) in prepaid pension asset		465			(93	)
Decrease in prepaid deposit insurance assessments		5,187			4,887
Other, net		29,584			(18,026	)
Net cash provided by operating activities		44,556			79,866
Investing activities:
Proceeds from calls and maturities of held-to-maturity securities		-			88,896
Proceeds from calls and maturities of available-for-sale securities		131,578			22,576
Purchases of held-to-maturity securities		-			(143,549	)
Purchases of available-for-sale securities		(199,404	)		(77,349	)
Net decrease in loans and leases		117,050			66,339
Purchases of premises and equipment		(5,925	)		(4,453	)
Proceeds from sale of premises and equipment		906			17
Contingency earn-out payment		-			(1,200	)
Other, net		(8	)		(16	)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities		44,197			(48,739	)
Financing activities:
Net increase (decrease) in deposits		127,133			(25,907	)
Net increase (decrease) in short-term debt and other liabilities		27,153			(18,826	)
Issuance of common stock		108,677			-
Excess tax benefit from exercise of stock options		-			4
Payment of cash dividends		(944	)		(9,183	)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities		262,019			(53,912	)
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents		350,772			(22,785	)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period		499,344			272,086
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	$	850,116		$	249,301
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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BANCORPSOUTH, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(Unaudited)

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION AND PRINCIPLES OF CONSOLIDATION

The accompanying unaudited interim consolidated financial statements of BancorpSouth, Inc. (the “Company”) have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) and follow general practices within the industries in which the Company operates.  For further information, refer to the audited consolidated financial statements and notes included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011.  In the opinion of management, all adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements have been included and all such adjustments were of a normal, recurring nature.  The results of operations for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.  Certain 2011 amounts have been reclassified to conform with the 2012 presentation.

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, its wholly-owned subsidiaries, BancorpSouth Bank (the “Bank”) and Gumtree Wholesale Insurance Brokers, Inc., and the Bank’s wholly-owned subsidiaries, Century Credit Life Insurance Company, Personal Finance Corporation of Tennessee, BancorpSouth Insurance Services, Inc., BancorpSouth Investment Services, Inc., BancorpSouth Municipal Development Corporation and BancorpSouth Bank Securities Corporation.

NOTE 2 – LOANS AND LEASES

The Company’s loan and lease portfolio is disaggregated into the following segments:  commercial and industrial; real estate; credit card; and all other loans and leases.  The real estate segment is further disaggregated into the following classes:  consumer mortgage; home equity; agricultural; commercial and industrial-owner occupied; construction, acquisition and development; and commercial real estate.  A summary of gross loans and leases by segment and class as of the dates indicated follows:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	1,452,492	$	1,497,380	$	1,484,967
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		1,937,997		1,958,367		1,945,190
Home equity		501,331		531,406		514,362
Agricultural		256,683		250,393		239,487
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,287,542		1,316,824		1,301,575
Construction, acquisition and development		858,110		1,117,335		908,362
Commercial real estate		1,742,001		1,831,226		1,754,022
Credit cards		100,527		100,732		106,281
All other		640,855		651,946		657,012
Total	$	8,777,538	$	9,255,609	$	8,911,258

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The following table shows the Company’s  loans and leases, net of unearned income, as of March 31, 2012 by segment, class and geographical location:

	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	56,958	$	165,503	$	333,153	$	51,881	$	16,991	$	78,288	$	249,569	$	489,384	$	1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		108,285		270,476		757,160		55,566		82,585		166,615		444,094		53,216		1,937,997
Home equity		57,995		39,922		170,628		24,849		67,484		75,894		62,253		2,306		501,331
Agricultural		5,775		83,839		72,900		3,937		9,262		13,199		62,470		5,301		256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		114,985		166,065		453,201		68,002		95,874		95,133		244,967		49,315		1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development		104,362		69,566		244,459		48,115		95,198		92,608		185,781		18,021		858,110
Commercial real estate		203,365		342,591		342,816		219,999		115,186		101,142		362,700		54,202		1,742,001
Credit cards		-		-		-		-		-		-		-		100,527		100,527
All other		31,347		88,646		195,309		5,662		57,105		47,204		95,521		91,211		612,005
Total	$	683,072	$	1,226,608	$	2,569,626	$	478,011	$	539,685	$	670,083	$	1,707,355	$	863,483	$	8,737,923
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

The Company’s loan concentrations which exceed 10% of total loans are reflected in the preceding tables.  A substantial portion of construction, acquisition and development loans are secured by real estate in markets in which the Company is located.  The Company’s general loan policy prohibits the use of interest reserves on loans originated after March 2010.  Certain of the construction, acquisition and development loans were structured with interest-only terms.  A portion of the consumer mortgage and commercial real estate portfolios originated through the permanent financing of construction, acquisition and development loans.  The prolonged economic downturn has negatively impacted many borrowers’ and guarantors’ ability to make payments under the terms of the loans as their liquidity has been depleted.  Accordingly, the ultimate collectability of a substantial portion of these loans and the recovery of a substantial portion of the carrying amount of other real estate owned are susceptible to changes in real estate values in the corresponding market areas.  Continued economic distress could negatively impact additional borrowers’ and guarantors’ ability to repay their debt which would make more of the Company’s loans collateral dependent.

The following tables provide details regarding the aging of the Company’s loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by segment and class at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	30-59 Days Past Due		60-89 Days Past Due		90+ Days Past Due		Total Past Due		Current		Total Outstanding		90+ Days Past Due still Accruing
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	3,831	$	1,511	$	3,392	$	8,734	$	1,432,993	$	1,441,727	$	10
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		10,482		4,776		17,830		33,088		1,904,909		1,937,997		1,314
Home equity		1,832		769		288		2,889		498,442		501,331		-
Agricultural		638		25		1,518		2,181		254,502		256,683		-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		2,493		1,601		8,603		12,697		1,274,845		1,287,542		-
Construction, acquisition and development		9,860		331		16,142		26,333		831,777		858,110		-
Commercial real estate		5,165		1,540		8,979		15,684		1,726,317		1,742,001		-
Credit cards		377		360		587		1,324		99,203		100,527		228
All other		1,740		359		372		2,471		609,534		612,005		146
Total	$	36,418	$	11,272	$	57,711	$	105,401	$	8,632,522	$	8,737,923	$	1,698

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	December 31, 2011
	30-59 Days Past Due		60-89 Days Past Due		90+ Days Past Due		Total Past Due		Current		Total Outstanding		90+ Days Past Due still Accruing
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	5,571	$	4,209	$	4,193	$	13,973	$	1,459,755	$	1,473,728	$	12
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		15,740		6,485		14,569		36,794		1,908,396		1,945,190		2,974
Home equity		1,837		265		594		2,696		511,666		514,362		-
Agricultural		666		54		719		1,439		238,048		239,487		-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		2,199		844		12,977		16,020		1,285,555		1,301,575		-
Construction, acquisition and development		4,826		4,955		33,584		43,365		864,997		908,362		-
Commercial real estate		3,778		2,702		9,397		15,877		1,738,145		1,754,022		-
Credit cards		595		303		697		1,595		104,686		106,281		299
All other		2,124		390		1,579		4,093		623,211		627,304		149
Total	$	37,336	$	20,207	$	78,309	$	135,852	$	8,734,459	$	8,870,311	$	3,434

The Company utilizes an internal loan classification system to grade loans according to certain credit quality indicators.  These credit quality indicators include, but are not limited to, recent credit performance, delinquency, liquidity, cash flows, debt coverage ratios, collateral type and loan-to-value ratio.  The Company’s internal loan classification system is compatible with classifications used by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as well as other regulatory agencies.  Loans may be classified as follows:

Pass:  Loans which are performing as agreed with few or no signs of weakness.  These loans show sufficient cash flow, capital and collateral to repay the loan as agreed.  Borrowers for these loans include well capitalized public corporations.

Special Mention:  Loans where potential weaknesses have developed which could cause a more serious problem if not corrected.

Substandard:  Loans where well-defined weaknesses exist that require corrective action to prevent further deterioration.

Doubtful:  Loans having all the characteristics of Substandard and which have deteriorated to a point where collection and liquidation in full is highly questionable.

Loss:  Loans that are considered uncollectible or with limited possible recovery.

Impaired:  Loans for which it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement and for which a specific impairment reserve has been considered.

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The following tables provide details of the Company’s loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by segment, class and internally assigned grade at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Pass		Special Mention		Substandard		Doubtful		Loss		Impaired		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	1,376,983	$	6,449	$	47,783	$	4,159	$	247	$	6,106	$	1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		1,729,187		23,918		151,679		4,351		446		28,416		1,937,997
Home equity		476,300		2,793		19,626		754		275		1,583		501,331
Agricultural		229,865		1,936		21,763		20		-		3,099		256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,151,368		24,662		83,041		230		89		28,152		1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development		601,396		22,939		121,556		956		-		111,263		858,110
Commercial real estate		1,491,021		47,535		171,891		72		-		31,482		1,742,001
Credit Cards		100,527		-		-		-		-		-		100,527
All other		575,399		16,685		18,222		678		10		1,011		612,005
Total	$	7,732,046	$	146,917	$	635,561	$	11,220	$	1,067	$	211,112	$	8,737,923

	December 31, 2011
	Pass		Special Mention		Substandard		Doubtful		Loss		Impaired		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	1,415,731	$	4,947	$	43,549	$	1,263	$	405	$	7,833	$	1,473,728
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		1,742,593		17,914		148,267		4,434		189		31,793		1,945,190
Home equity		492,235		2,775		17,050		1,134		493		675		514,362
Agricultural		213,280		3,795		19,296		20		-		3,096		239,487
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,167,220		18,280		90,778		496		-		24,801		1,301,575
Construction, acquisition and development		619,497		23,429		136,412		845		-		128,179		908,362
Commercial real estate		1,501,196		37,409		179,295		-		-		36,122		1,754,022
Credit Cards		105,867		41		175		188		10		-		106,281
All other		587,970		16,104		20,263		470		73		2,424		627,304
Total	$	7,845,589	$	124,694	$	655,085	$	8,850	$	1,170	$	234,923	$	8,870,311

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The following tables provide details regarding impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income, by segment and class at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	4,931	$	5,684	$	-	$	3,466	$	38
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		14,610		18,635		-		13,178		88
Home equity		874		1,017		-		711		2
Agricultural		1,718		2,895		-		1,602		17
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		16,390		21,261		-		9,438		98
Construction, acquisition and development		64,770		90,905		-		60,417		348
Commercial real estate		16,947		27,306		-		16,122		154
All other		723		1,035		-		788		6
Total	$	120,963	$	168,738	$	-	$	105,722	$	751
With an allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	1,175	$	1,293	$	1,548	$	3,783	$	36
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		13,806		14,867		3,977		17,469		170
Home equity		709		709		178		258		-
Agricultural		1,381		1,422		386		1,483		-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		11,762		12,299		3,051		16,334		73
Construction, acquisition and development		46,493		51,180		11,736		60,877		500
Commercial real estate		14,535		15,616		4,410		18,416		148
All other		288		359		260		327		6
Total	$	90,149	$	97,745	$	25,546	$	118,947	$	933
Total:
Commercial and industrial	$	6,106	$	6,977	$	1,548	$	7,249	$	74
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		28,416		33,502		3,977		30,647		258
Home equity		1,583		1,726		178		969		2
Agricultural		3,099		4,317		386		3,085		17
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		28,152		33,560		3,051		25,772		171
Construction, acquisition and development		111,263		142,085		11,736		121,294		848
Commercial real estate		31,482		42,922		4,410		34,538		302
All other		1,011		1,394		260		1,115		12
Total	$	211,112	$	266,483	$	25,546	$	224,669	$	1,684

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	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	4,874	$	6,854	$	-	$	3,879	$	78
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		16,883		19,538		-		19,628		397
Home equity		627		771		-		541		1
Agricultural		1,549		2,676		-		2,502		20
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		6,973		9,191		-		11,598		185
Construction, acquisition and development		69,843		89,782		-		107,596		941
Commercial real estate		15,184		24,198		-		20,702		311
All other		1,284		1,668		-		1,169		67
Total	$	117,217	$	154,678	$	-	$	167,615	$	2,000
With an allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	2,959	$	3,301	$	4,071	$	3,558	$	49
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		14,910		16,224		4,386		14,960		323
Home equity		48		276		48		504		3
Agricultural		1,547		1,547		380		3,164		18
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		17,828		21,085		3,601		10,329		146
Construction, acquisition and development		58,336		67,426		21,581		80,957		1,651
Commercial real estate		20,938		21,422		5,324		27,210		851
All other		1,140		1,140		317		1,307		8
Total	$	117,706	$	132,421	$	39,708	$	141,989	$	3,049
Total:
Commercial and industrial	$	7,833	$	10,155	$	4,071	$	7,437	$	127
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		31,793		35,762		4,386		34,588		720
Home equity		675		1,047		48		1,045		4
Agricultural		3,096		4,223		380		5,666		38
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		24,801		30,276		3,601		21,927		331
Construction, acquisition and development		128,179		157,208		21,581		188,553		2,592
Commercial real estate		36,122		45,620		5,324		47,912		1,162
All other		2,424		2,808		317		2,476		75
Total	$	234,923	$	287,099	$	39,708	$	309,604	$	5,049

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The following tables provide details regarding impaired real estate construction, acquisition and development loans and leases, net of unearned income, by collateral type at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		8,174		11,563		-		6,703		56
Recreation and all other loans		367		539		-		368		7
Commercial construction		3,241		4,088		-		1,522		34
Commercial acquisition and development		11,927		14,213		-		12,845		77
Residential acquisition and development		41,061		60,502		-		38,979		174
Total	$	64,770	$	90,905	$	-	$	60,417	$	348
With an allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		3,085		3,085		441		5,550		35
Recreation and all other loans		-		-		-		-		-
Commercial construction		318		839		95		2,395		8
Commercial acquisition and development		9,888		10,028		1,598		10,346		71
Residential acquisition and development		33,202		37,228		9,602		42,586		386
Total	$	46,493	$	51,180	$	11,736	$	60,877	$	500
Total:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		11,259		14,648		441		12,253		91
Recreation and all other loans		367		539		-		368		7
Commercial construction		3,559		4,927		95		3,917		42
Commercial acquisition and development		21,815		24,241		1,598		23,191		148
Residential acquisition and development		74,263		97,730		9,602		81,565		560
Total	$	111,263	$	142,085	$	11,736	$	121,294	$	848

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	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	1,067	$	2,259	$	-	$	5,474	$	18
One-to-four family construction		7,931		9,313		-		9,269		94
Recreation and all other loans		372		545		-		491		9
Commercial construction		633		917		-		9,663		83
Commercial acquisition and development		17,130		19,855		-		20,640		99
Residential acquisition and development		42,710		56,893		-		62,059		638
Total	$	69,843	$	89,782	$	-	$	107,596	$	941
With an allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	571	$	-
One-to-four family construction		5,313		6,083		1,589		5,334		108
Recreation and all other loans		-		-		-		271		2
Commercial construction		4,387		5,128		886		7,289		126
Commercial acquisition and development		5,091		7,728		1,418		12,965		429
Residential acquisition and development		43,545		48,487		17,688		54,527		986
Total	$	58,336	$	67,426	$	21,581	$	80,957	$	1,651
Total:
Multi-family construction	$	1,067	$	2,259	$	-	$	6,045	$	18
One-to-four family construction		13,244		15,396		1,589		14,603		202
Recreation and all other loans		372		545		-		762		11
Commercial construction		5,020		6,045		886		16,952		209
Commercial acquisition and development		22,221		27,583		1,418		33,605		528
Residential acquisition and development		86,255		105,380		17,688		116,586		1,624
Total	$	128,179	$	157,208	$	21,581	$	188,553	$	2,592

Loans considered impaired under Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 310, Receivables (“FASB ASC 310”), are loans for which, based on current information and events, it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.  The Company’s recorded investment in loans considered impaired at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 was $211.1 million and $234.9 million, respectively.  At March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, $90.1 million and $117.7 million, respectively, of those impaired loans had a valuation allowance of $25.5 million and $39.7 million, respectively.  The remaining balance of impaired loans of $121.0 million and $117.2 million at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively, were charged down to fair value, less estimated selling costs which approximated net realizable value.  Therefore, such loans did not have an associated valuation allowance.  Impaired loans that were characterized as troubled debt restructurings (“TDRs”) totaled $51.9 million and $58.0 million at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively.  The average recorded investment in impaired loans was $224.7 million and $309.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2011, respectively.

Non-performing loans and leases (“NPLs”) consist of non-accrual loans and leases, loans and leases 90 days or more past due and still accruing, and loans and leases that have been restructured because of the borrower’s weakened financial condition.  The following table presents information concerning NPLs as of the dates indicated:

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	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Non-accrual loans and leases	$	253,227	$	370,726	$	276,798
Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing		1,698		4,829		3,434
Restructured loans and leases still accruing		30,311		49,472		42,018
Total non-performing loans and leases	$	285,236	$	425,027	$	322,250

The Bank’s policy for all loan classifications provides that loans and leases are generally placed in non-accrual status if, in management’s opinion, payment in full of principal or interest is not expected or payment of principal or interest is more than 90 days past due, unless such loan or lease is both well-secured and in the process of collection.  At March 31, 2012, the Company’s geographic NPL distribution was concentrated primarily in its Alabama, Texas, Louisiana and Tennessee markets, including the greater Memphis, Tennessee area, a portion of which is in northwest Mississippi and Arkansas.  The following table presents the Company’s nonaccrual loans and leases by segment and class as of the dates indicated:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	11,025	$	14,655	$	12,260
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		46,562		58,748		47,878
Home equity		2,687		1,543		2,036
Agricultural		4,254		7,597		4,179
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		32,842		24,638		33,112
Construction, acquisition and development		115,649		202,124		133,110
Commercial real estate		35,715		58,945		40,616
Credit cards		509		617		594
All other		3,984		1,859		3,013
Total	$	253,227	$	370,726	$	276,798

In the normal course of business, management will sometimes grant concessions, which would not otherwise be considered, to borrowers that are experiencing financial difficulty.  Loans identified as meeting the criteria set out in FASB ASC 310 are identified as TDRs.  The concessions granted most frequently for TDRs involve reductions or delays in required payments of principal and interest for a specified period, the rescheduling of payments in accordance with a bankruptcy plan or the charge-off of a portion of the loan.  In most cases, the conditions of the credit also warrant nonaccrual status, even after the restructure occurs.  As part of the credit approval process, the restructured loans are evaluated for adequate collateral protection in determining the appropriate accrual status at the time of restructure.  TDRs recorded as nonaccrual loans may be returned to accrual status in years after the restructure if there has been at least a six-month period of sustained repayment performance by the borrower under the restructured loan terms and the interest rate at the time of restructure was at or above market for a comparable loan.  During the first quarter of 2012, the most common concessions that were granted involved rescheduling payments of principal and interest over a longer amortization period, granting a period of reduced principal payment or interest only payment for a limited time period, or the rescheduling of payments in accordance with a bankruptcy plan.

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The following tables summarize the financial effect of TDRs for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended March 31, 2012
	Number of Contracts		Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment		Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		5	$	1,010	$	674
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		13		3,265		3,211
Agricultural		1		407		404
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		8		2,128		2,117
Construction, acquisition and development		11		7,280		6,956
Commercial real estate		6		3,180		3,172
All other		5		639		637
Total		49	$	17,909	$	17,171

	Year ended December 31, 2011
	Number of Contracts		Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment		Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		7	$	3,142	$	2,374
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		35		6,901		6,424
Agricultural		4		2,650		1,479
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		29		13,330		11,740
Construction, acquisition and development		30		23,863		19,228
Commercial real estate		24		16,121		15,046
All other		7		2,957		2,406
Total		136	$	68,964	$	58,697

The following tables summarize TDRs within the previous 12 months for which there was a payment default during the period indicated (i.e., 30 days or more past due at any given time during the period indicated):

	Three months ended March 31, 2012
	Number of Contracts		Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		1	$	129
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		6		518
Agricultural		1		170
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		3		1,362
Commercial real estate		2		1,514
Total		13	$	3,693

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	Year ended December 31, 2011
	Number of Contracts		Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		4	$	1,506
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		4		1,563
Agricultural		3		1,382
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		6		1,683
Construction, acquisition and development		13		3,622
Commercial real estate		3		2,946
All other		1		302
Total		34	$	13,004

NOTE 3 – ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES

The following tables summarize the changes in the allowance for credit losses by segment and class for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended
	March 31, 2012
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision			Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	20,724	$	(4,272	)	$	1,542	$	2,988		$	20,982
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		36,529		(4,216	)		323		3,912			36,548
Home equity		8,630		(851	)		315		134			8,228
Agricultural		3,921		(96	)		10		(449	)		3,386
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		21,929		(3,868	)		351		2,230			20,642
Construction, acquisition and development		45,562		(11,394	)		2,155		(862	)		35,461
Commercial real estate		39,444		(2,809	)		383		2,364			39,382
Credit Cards		4,021		(562	)		118		(436	)		3,141
All other		14,358		(758	)		288		119			14,007
Total	$	195,118	$	(28,826	)	$	5,485	$	10,000		$	181,777

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	Year ended
	December 31, 2011
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision		Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	22,479	$	(17,337	)	$	1,567	$	14,015	$	20,724
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		35,540		(10,186	)		1,111		10,064		36,529
Home equity		7,305		(5,852	)		185		6,992		8,630
Agricultural		4,997		(3,420	)		123		2,221		3,921
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		20,403		(10,302	)		393		11,435		21,929
Construction, acquisition and development		59,048		(67,362	)		3,951		49,925		45,562
Commercial real estate		33,439		(17,436	)		1,045		22,396		39,444
Credit Cards		4,126		(3,072	)		803		2,164		4,021
All other		9,576		(7,088	)		1,001		10,869		14,358
Total	$	196,913	$	(142,055	)	$	10,179	$	130,081	$	195,118

	Three months ended
	March 31, 2011
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision			Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	22,479	$	(8,809	)	$	184	$	6,525		$	20,379
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		35,540		(3,260	)		143		1,189			33,612
Home equity		7,305		(1,082	)		45		1,424			7,692
Agricultural		4,997		(592	)		2		40			4,447
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		20,403		(1,716	)		173		11,064			29,924
Construction, acquisition and development		59,048		(32,343	)		564		26,959			54,228
Commercial real estate		33,439		(4,514	)		13		4,547			33,485
Credit Cards		4,126		(881	)		255		(54	)		3,446
All other		9,576		(553	)		312		1,785			11,120
Total	$	196,913	$	(53,750	)	$	1,691	$	53,479		$	198,333

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The following tables provide the allowance for credit losses by segment, class and impairment status as of the dates indicated:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Balance of Impaired Loans		Allowance for Impaired Loans and Leases		Allowance for All Other Loans and Leases		Total Allowance
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	6,106	$	1,548	$	19,434	$	20,982
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		28,416		3,977		32,571		36,548
Home equity		1,583		178		8,050		8,228
Agricultural		3,099		386		3,000		3,386
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		28,152		3,051		17,591		20,642
Construction, acquisition and development		111,263		11,736		23,725		35,461
Commercial real estate		31,482		4,410		34,972		39,382
Credit Cards		-		-		3,141		3,141
All other		1,011		260		13,747		14,007
Total	$	211,112	$	25,546	$	156,231	$	181,777

	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Balance of Impaired Loans		Allowance for Impaired Loans and Leases		Allowance for All Other Loans and Leases		Total Allowance
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	7,833	$	4,071	$	16,653	$	20,724
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		31,793		4,386		32,143		36,529
Home equity		675		48		8,582		8,630
Agricultural		3,096		380		3,541		3,921
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		24,801		3,601		18,328		21,929
Construction, acquisition and development		128,179		21,581		23,981		45,562
Commercial real estate		36,122		5,324		34,120		39,444
Credit Cards		-		-		4,021		4,021
All other		2,424		317		14,041		14,358
Total	$	234,923	$	39,708	$	155,410	$	195,118

Management evaluates impaired loans individually in determining the adequacy of the allowance for impaired loans.

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NOTE 4 – OTHER REAL ESTATE OWNED

The following table presents the activity in other real estate owned for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended						Year ended
	March 31,						December 31,
	2012			2011			2011
	(In thousands)
Balance at beginning of period	$	173,805		$	133,412		$	133,412
Additions to foreclosed properties
New foreclosed properties		10,766			21,464			125,234
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Sales		(11,771	)		(13,528	)		(64,488	)
Writedowns		(4,992	)		(4,936	)		(20,353	)
Balance at end of period	$	167,808		$	136,412		$	173,805

The following table presents the other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class at March 31, 2012:

	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	423	$	16	$	-	$	-	$	821	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	1,260
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		3,505		615		2,970		-		4,713		3,523		111		3,377		18,814
Home equity		-		26		22		-		586		141		-		-		775
Agricultural		902		-		730		-		1,164		2,371		-		-		5,167
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,564		656		2,583		2,113		1,829		164		174		291		9,374
Construction, acquisition and development		16,179		1,766		25,510		1,965		46,007		19,458		2,630		-		113,515
Commercial real estate		3,557		1,744		3,241		307		7,318		-		233		579		16,979
All other		209		83		990		117		437		-		55		33		1,924
Total	$	26,339	$	4,906	$	36,046	$	4,502	$	62,875	$	25,657	$	3,203	$	4,280	$	167,808
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

The Company incurred total foreclosed property expenses of $8.4 million and $7.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.  Realized net losses on dispositions and holding losses on valuations of these properties, a component of total foreclosed property expenses, were $5.8 million and $5.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

NOTE 5 – SECURITIES

A comparison of amortized cost and estimated fair values of available-for-sale securities as of March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 follows:

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	March 31, 2012
	Amortized Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses		Estimated Fair Value
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	1,552,991	$	25,975	$	525	$	1,578,441
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		377,767		7,910		531		385,146
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		28,876		2,780		9		31,647
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		544,267		24,699		324		568,642
Other		8,946		713		-		9,659
Total	$	2,512,847	$	62,077	$	1,389	$	2,573,535

	December 31, 2011
			Gross		Gross		Estimated
	Amortized		Unrealized		Unrealized		Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses		Value
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	1,471,920	$	29,347	$	24	$	1,501,243
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		394,894		9,786		70		404,610
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		31,161		3,438		-		34,599
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		541,138		22,705		323		563,520
Other		8,938		608		-		9,546
Total	$	2,448,051	$	65,884	$	417	$	2,513,518

Gross gains of approximately $94,000 and gross losses of approximately $20,000 were recognized on available-for-sale securities during the first three months of 2012, while gross gains of approximately $1,000 and no gross losses were recognized during the first three months of 2011.

The amortized cost and estimated fair value of available-for-sale securities at March 31, 2012 by contractual maturity are shown below.  Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.  Equity securities are considered as maturing after ten years.

	March 31, 2012
	Amortized Cost		Estimated Fair Value		Weighted Average Yield
	(Dollars in thousands)
Maturing in one year or less	$	342,145	$	346,944		3.11	%
Maturing after one year through five years		1,631,097		1,658,411		1.86
Maturing after five years through ten years		85,957		89,456		4.55
Maturing after ten years		453,648		478,724		5.68
Total	$	2,512,847	$	2,573,535

The following tables summarize information pertaining to temporarily impaired available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

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	March 31, 2012
	Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Less Than 12 Months				12 Months or Longer				Total
	Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized
	Value		Losses		Value		Losses		Value		Losses
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	120,223	$	525	$	-	$	-	$	120,223	$	525
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		45,471		445		3,599		86		49,070		531
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		1,023		9		-		-		1,023		9
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		21,732		252		317		72		22,049		324
Other		-		-		-		-		-		-
Total	$	188,449	$	1,231	$	3,916	$	158	$	192,365	$	1,389

	December 31, 2011
	Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Less Than 12 Months				12 Months or Longer				Total
	Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized
	Value		Losses		Value		Losses		Value		Losses
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	34,850	$	24	$	-	$	-	$	34,850	$	24
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		-		3,751		70		3,751		70
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		-		-		-		0		0
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		20,820		144		9,214		179		30,034		323
Other		-		-		-		-		-		-
Total	$	55,670	$	168	$	12,965	$	249	$	68,635	$	417

Based upon a review of the credit quality of these securities, and considering that the issuers were in compliance with the terms of the securities, management had no intent to sell these securities, and it was more likely than not that the Company would not be required to sell the securities prior to recovery of costs. Therefore, the impairments related to these securities were determined to be temporary.  No other-than-temporary impairment was recorded during the first three months of 2012.

NOTE 6 – PER SHARE DATA

The computation of basic earnings per share (“EPS”) is based on the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding.  The computation of diluted earnings per share is based on the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding plus the shares resulting from the assumed exercise of all outstanding share-based awards using the treasury stock method.  Weighted-average antidilutive stock options to purchase 3.0 million and 3.0 million shares of Company common stock with a weighted average exercise price of $20.80 and $20.77 per share for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively, were excluded from diluted shares.  Because of the net loss for the three months ended March 31, 2011, no potentially dilutive shares were included in the loss per share calculations for that period, as including such shares would have been antidulitive.  Antidilutive other equity awards of approximately 68,000 and 57,000 shares of Company common stock for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively, were also excluded from diluted shares.  The basic and diluted earnings per share computations for the first quarter of 2012 reflect the Company’s issuance of 10,952.381 shares of common stock on January 24, 2012 in connection with an underwritten public offering.  

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The following table provides a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations for the periods shown:

	Three months ended March 31,
	2012						2011
	Income		Shares		Per Share		Income			Shares		Per Share
	(Numerator)		(Denominator)		Amount		(Numerator)			(Denominator)		Amount
Basic EPS	(In thousands, except per share amounts)
Income (loss) available to common shareholders	$	22,866		91,728	$	0.25	$	(494	)		83,449	$	(0.01	)
Effect of dilutive share-based awards		-		42				-			-
Diluted EPS
Income (loss) available to common shareholders plus assumed exercise of all outstanding share-based awards	$	22,866		91,770	$	0.25	$	(494	)		83,449	$	(0.01	)

NOTE 7 – COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

The following tables present the components of other comprehensive income and the related tax effects allocated to each component for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended March 31,
	2012									2011
	Before			Tax			Net			Before			Tax			Net
	tax			(expense)			of tax			tax			(expense)			of tax
	amount			benefit			amount			amount			benefit			amount
Net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities:	(In thousands)
Unrealized losses arising during holding period	$	(4,706	)	$	1,799		$	(2,907	)	$	(4,044	)	$	1,537		$	(2,507	)
Less:  Reclassification adjustment for net gains realized in net income		(74	)		28			(46	)		(17	)		7			(10	)
Recognized employee benefit plan     net periodic benefit cost		1,192			(114	)		1,078			633			(242	)		391
Other comprehensive loss	$	(3,588	)	$	1,713		$	(1,875	)	$	(3,428	)	$	1,302		$	(2,126	)
Net income (loss)								22,866									(494	)
Comprehensive income (loss)							$	20,991								$	(2,620	)

NOTE 8 – GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

The carrying amounts of goodwill by operating segment for the three months ended March 31, 2012 were as follows:

	Community		Insurance
	Banking		Agencies		Total
	(In thousands)
Balance as of December 31, 2011	$	217,618	$	53,679	$	271,297
Goodwill recorded during the period		-		-		-
Balance as of March 31, 2012	$	217,618	$	53,679	$	271,297

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The Company’s policy is to assess goodwill for impairment at the reporting segment level on an annual basis or sooner if an event occurs or circumstances change which indicate that the fair value of a reporting unit is below its carrying amount.  Impairment is the condition that exists when the carrying amount of goodwill exceeds its implied fair value.  Accounting standards require management to estimate the fair value of each reporting segment in assessing impairment at least annually.  The Company’s annual assessment date is during the Company’s fourth quarter.  No events occurred during the first quarter that indicated the necessity of an earlier goodwill impairment assessment.

In the current environment, forecasting cash flows, credit losses and growth in addition to valuing the Company’s assets with any degree of assurance is very difficult and subject to significant changes over very short periods of time.  Management will continue to update its analysis as circumstances change.  As  market conditions continue to be volatile and unpredictable, impairment of goodwill related to the Company’s reporting segments may be necessary in future periods.

The following tables present information regarding the components of the Company’s identifiable intangible assets for the dates and periods indicated:

	As of				As of
	March 31, 2012				December 31, 2011
	Gross Carrying		Accumulated		Gross Carrying		Accumulated
	Amount		Amortization		Amount		Amortization
Amortized intangible assets:	(In thousands)
Core deposit intangibles	$	27,801	$	20,971	$	27,801	$	20,728
Customer relationship intangibles		32,749		24,445		32,749		23,935
Non-solicitation intangibles		75		47		75		38
Total	$	60,625	$	45,463	$	60,625	$	44,701
Unamortized intangible assets:
Trade names	$	688	$	-	$	688	$	-

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
Aggregate amortization expense for:	(In thousands)
Core deposit intangibles	$	243	$	267
Customer relationship intangibles		510		578
Non-solicitation intangibles		9		9
Total	$	762	$	854

The following table presents information regarding estimated amortization expense on the Company’s amortizable identifiable intangible assets for the year ending December 31, 2012 and the succeeding four years:

			Customer		Non-
	Core Deposit		Relationship		Solicitation
	Intangibles		Intangibles		Intangibles		Total
Estimated Amortization Expense:	(In thousands)
For year ending December 31, 2012	$	946	$	1,957	$	37	$	2,940
For year ending December 31, 2013		582		1,668		-		2,250
For year ending December 31, 2014		526		1,418		-		1,944
For year ending December 31, 2015		487		1,128		-		1,615
For year ending December 31, 2016		451		823		-		1,274

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NOTE 9 – PENSION BENEFITS

The following table presents the components of net periodic benefit costs for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012			2011
	(In thousands)
Service cost	$	2,592		$	2,082
Interest cost		2,072			2,028
Expected return on assets		(3,670	)		(3,713	)
Amortization of unrecognized transition amount		5			5
Recognized prior service cost		(192	)		50
Recognized net loss		1,379			578
Net periodic benefit costs	$	2,186		$	1,030

NOTE 10 – RECENT PRONOUNCEMENTS

In April 2011, the FASB issued an accounting standards update (“ASU”) regarding reconsideration of effective control for repurchase agreements.  This ASU removes from the assessment of effective control (1) the criterion requiring the transferor to have the ability to repurchase or redeem the financial assets on substantially the agreed terms, even in the event of default by the transferee, and (2) the collateral maintenance implementation guidance related to that criterion.  Other criteria applicable to the assessment of effective control are not changed by this ASU.  The ASU is effective for the first interim or annual period beginning on or after December 15, 2011 and should be applied prospectively to transactions or modifications of existing transactions that occur on or after the effective date.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the financial position and results of operations of the Company.

In May 2011, the FASB issued an ASU regarding amendments to achieve common fair value measurement and disclosure requirements in U.S. GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”).  This ASU provides amendments to ensure that fair value has the same meaning in U.S. GAAP and IFRS and that their respective fair value measurements and disclosure requirements are the same.  The ASU is effective during interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2011 and should be applied prospectively.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the financial position and results of operations of the Company.

In June 2011, the FASB issued an ASU regarding the presentation of comprehensive income.  This ASU amends existing guidance and eliminates the option to present the components of other comprehensive income as part of the statement of changes in shareholder’s equity.  This ASU requires that comprehensive income be presented in either a single continuous statement or in two separate but consecutive statements.  This ASU is effective for interim and annual periods beginning on or after December 15, 2011.  The adoption of this ASU changed the manner in which the Company’s other comprehensive income is disclosed and did not have an impact on the financial position and results of operations of the Company.

In September 2011, the FASB issued an ASU regarding goodwill impairment.  This ASU gives companies the option to perform a qualitative assessment of whether it is more likely than not that a reporting unit’s fair value is less than its carrying value as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform the two-step goodwill impairment test. This ASU is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2011.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the financial position and results of operations of the Company.

NOTE 11 - SEGMENT REPORTING

The Company is a financial holding company with subsidiaries engaged in the business of banking and activities closely related to banking.  The Company determines reportable segments based upon the services offered, the significance of those services to the Company’s financial condition and operating results and management’s regular review of the operating results of those services.  The Company’s primary segment is Community Banking, which includes providing a full range of deposit products, commercial loans and consumer loans.  The Company

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has also designated two additional reportable segments -- Insurance Agencies and General Corporate and Other.  The Company’s insurance agencies serve as agents in the sale of commercial lines of insurance and full lines of property and casualty, life, health and employee benefits products and services.  The General Corporate and Other operating segment includes mortgage lending, trust services, credit card activities, investment services and other activities not allocated to the Community Banking or Insurance Agencies operating segments.

Results of operations and selected financial information by operating segment for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011 were as follows:

	Community Banking			Insurance Agencies		General Corporate and Other			Total
	(In thousands)
Three months ended March 31, 2012:
Results of Operations
Net interest revenue	$	107,652		$	73	$	(2,115	)	$	105,610
Provision for credit losses		10,228			-		(228	)		10,000
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses		97,424			73		(1,887	)		95,610
Noninterest revenue		31,185			23,151		18,024			72,360
Noninterest expense		99,059			18,698		17,923			135,680
Income (loss) before income taxes		29,550			4,526		(1,786	)		32,290
Income tax expense (benefit)		9,172			1,819		(1,567	)		9,424
Net income (loss)	$	20,378		$	2,707	$	(219	)	$	22,866
Selected Financial Information
Total assets at end of period	$	10,765,843		$	175,763	$	2,365,966		$	13,307,572
Depreciation and amortization		6,022			874		699			7,595
Three months ended March 31, 2011:
Results of Operations
Net interest revenue	$	102,663		$	94	$	6,680		$	109,437
Provision for credit losses		53,241			-		238			53,479
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses		49,422			94		6,442			55,958
Noninterest revenue		27,991			22,538		17,782			68,311
Noninterest expense		82,710			18,060		29,240			130,010
(Loss) income before income taxes		(5,297	)		4,572		(5,016	)		(5,741	)
Income tax (benefit) expense		(3,926	)		1,822		(3,143	)		(5,247	)
Net (loss) income	$	(1,371	)	$	2,750	$	(1,873	)	$	(494	)
Selected Financial Information
Total assets at end of period	$	10,636,472		$	164,488	$	2,746,278		$	13,547,238
Depreciation and amortization		6,273			975		1,082			8,330

The increased net income of the Community Banking operating segment for the three months ended March 31, 2012 was primarily related to the decrease in the provision for credit losses.

NOTE 12 – MORTGAGE SERVICING RIGHTS

Mortgage servicing rights (“MSRs”), which are recognized as a separate asset on the date the corresponding mortgage loan is sold, are recorded at fair value as determined at each accounting period end.  An estimate of the fair value of the Company’s MSRs is determined utilizing assumptions about factors such as mortgage interest rates, discount rates, mortgage loan prepayment speeds, market trends and industry demand.  Data and assumptions used in the fair value calculation related to MSRs as of the dates indicated were as follows:

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	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(Dollars in thousands)
Unpaid principal balance	$	4,413,139	$	3,946,961	$	4,293,552
Weighted-average prepayment speed (CPR)		18.1		13.9		22.7
Discount rate (annual percentage)		10.3		10.3		10.3
Weighted-average coupon interest rate (percentage)		4.8		5.2		4.9
Weighted-average remaining maturity (months)		310.0		315.0		311.0
Weighted-average servicing fee (basis points)		27.8		28.3		28.0

Because the valuation is determined by using discounted cash flow models, the primary risk inherent in valuing the MSRs is the impact of fluctuating interest rates on the estimated life of the servicing revenue stream.  The use of different estimates or assumptions could also produce different fair values.  The Company does not hedge the change in fair value of MSRs and, therefore, the Company is susceptible to significant fluctuations in the fair value of its MSRs in changing interest rate environments.

The Company has only one class of mortgage servicing asset comprised of closed end loans for one-to-four family residences, secured by first liens.  The following table presents the activity in this class for the periods indicated:

	2012			2011
	(In thousands)
Fair value as of January 1	$	30,174		$	38,642
Additions:
Origination of servicing assets		3,525			2,431
Changes in fair value:
Due to payoffs/paydowns		(1,726	)		(1,300	)
Due to change in valuation inputs or assumptions used in the valuation model		3,697			2,540
Other changes in fair value		(2	)		(7	)
Fair value as of March 31	$	35,668		$	42,306

All of the changes to the fair value of the MSRs are recorded as part of mortgage lending noninterest revenue on the income statement.  As part of mortgage lending noninterest revenue, the Company recorded contractual servicing fees of $3.1 million and $2.8 million and late and other ancillary fees of approximately $362,000 and $321,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

NOTE 13 – DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

The derivatives held by the Company include commitments to fund fixed-rate mortgage loans to customers and forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans.  The Company’s objective in obtaining the forward commitments is to mitigate the interest rate risk associated with the commitments to fund the fixed-rate mortgage loans.  Both the commitments to fund fixed-rate mortgage loans and the forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans are reported at fair value, with adjustments being recorded in current period earnings, and are not accounted for as hedges.  At March 31, 2012, the notional amount of forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans was $213.3 million with a carrying value and fair value reflecting a loss of approximately $98,000.  At March 31, 2011, the notional amount of forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans was $97.0 million with a carrying value and fair value reflecting a loss of approximately $168,000.  At March 31, 2012, the notional amount of commitments to fund individual fixed-rate mortgage loans was $159.1 million with a carrying value and fair value reflecting a gain of $2.7 million.  At March 31, 2011, the notional amount of commitments to fund individual fixed-rate mortgage loans was $77.9 million with a carrying value and fair value reflecting a gain of approximately $886,000.

The Company also enters into derivative financial instruments in the form of interest rate swaps to meet the financing, interest rate and equity risk management needs of its customers.  Upon entering into these interest rate swaps to meet customer needs, the Company enters into offsetting positions to minimize interest rate and equity risk

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to the Company.  These derivative financial instruments are reported at fair value with any resulting gain or loss recorded in current period earnings.  These instruments and their offsetting positions are recorded in other assets and other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets.  As of March 31, 2012, the notional amount of customer related derivative financial instruments was $479.4 million with an average maturity of 59 months, an average interest receive rate of 2.5% and an average interest pay rate of 5.8%.

NOTE 14 – FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES

“Fair value” is defined by FASB ASC 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosure (“FASB ASC 820”), as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.  FASB ASC 820 establishes a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value.  The hierarchy maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by requiring that observable inputs be used when available.  Observable inputs are inputs that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability developed based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity.  Unobservable inputs are inputs that reflect the reporting entity’s assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability developed based on the best information available under the circumstances.  The hierarchy is broken down into the following three levels, based on the reliability of inputs:

Level 1:  Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that are accessible at the measurement date.

Level 2:  Significant other observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities, quoted prices in markets that are not active or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.

Level 3:  Significant unobservable inputs for the asset or liability that reflect the reporting entity’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.

Determination of Fair Value

The Company uses the valuation methodologies listed below to measure different financial instruments at fair value.  An indication of the level in the fair value hierarchy in which each instrument is generally classified is included.  Where appropriate, the description includes details of the valuation models, the key inputs to those models as well as any significant assumptions.

Available-for-sale securities.  Available-for-sale securities are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis.  Fair value measurement is based upon quoted prices, if available.  If quoted prices are not available, fair values are determined by matrix pricing, which is a mathematical technique widely used in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities’ relationship to other benchmark quoted securities.  The Company’s available-for-sale securities that are traded on an active exchange, such as the New York Stock Exchange, are classified as Level 1.  Available-for-sale securities valued using matrix pricing are classified as Level 2.  Available-for-sale securities valued using matrix pricing that has been adjusted to compensate for the present value of expected cash flows, market liquidity, credit quality and volatility are classified as Level 3.

Mortgage servicing rights.  The Company records MSRs at fair value on a recurring basis with subsequent remeasurement of MSRs based on change in fair value.  An estimate of the fair value of the Company’s MSRs is determined by utilizing assumptions about factors such as mortgage interest rates, discount rates, mortgage loan prepayment speeds, market trends and industry demand.  All of the Company’s MSRs are classified as Level 3.  For additional information about the Company’s valuation of MSRs, see Note 12 -  Mortgage Servicing Rights.

Derivative instruments.  The Company’s derivative instruments consist of commitments to fund fixed-rate mortgage loans to customers and forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans.  Fair value of these derivative instruments is measured on a recurring basis using recent observable market prices.  The Company

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also enters into interest rate swaps to meet the financing, interest rate and equity risk management needs of its customers.  The fair value of these instruments is either an observable market price or a discounted cash flow valuation using the terms of swap agreements but substituting original interest rates with prevailing interest rates ranging from 1.6% to 4.5%.  The Company also considers the associated counterparty credit risk when determining the fair value of these instruments.  The Company’s interest rate swaps, commitments to fund fixed-rate mortgage loans to customers and forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans are classified as Level 3.

Loans held for sale.  Loans held for sale are carried at the lower of cost or estimated fair value and are subject to nonrecurring fair value adjustments.  Estimated fair value is determined on the basis of existing commitments or the current market value of similar loans.  All of the Company’s loans held for sale are classified as Level 2.

Impaired loans.  Loans considered impaired under FASB ASC 310 are loans for which, based on current information and events, it is probable that the creditor will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.  Impaired loans are subject to nonrecurring fair value adjustments to reflect (1) partial write-downs that are based on the observable market price or current appraised value of the collateral, or (2) the full charge-off of the loan carrying value.  All of the Company’s impaired loans are classified as Level 3.

Other real estate owned.  Other real estate owned (“OREO”) is carried at the lower of cost or estimated fair value, less estimated selling costs and is subject to nonrecurring fair value adjustments.  Estimated fair value is determined on the basis of independent appraisals and other relevant factors less an average of 7% for estimated selling costs.  All of the Company’s OREO is classified as Level 3.

Assets and Liabilities Recorded at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

The following tables present the balances of the assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:	(In thousands)
Available-for-sale securities:
U.S. Government agencies	$	-	$	1,578,441	$	-	$	1,578,441
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		385,146		-		385,146
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		31,647		-		31,647
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		-		568,642		-		568,642
Other		665		8,994		-		9,659
Mortgage servicing rights		-		-		35,668		35,668
Derivative instruments		-		-		53,057		53,057
Total	$	665	$	2,572,870	$	88,725	$	2,662,260
Liabilities:
Derivative instruments	$	-	$	-	$	51,208	$	51,208

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	March 31, 2011
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:	(In thousands)
Available-for-sale securities:
U.S. Government agencies	$	-	$	459,763	$	-	$	459,763
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		529,302		-		529,302
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		30,938		-		30,938
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		-		111,380		-		111,380
Other		638		13,442		-		14,080
Mortgage servicing rights		-		-		42,306		42,306
Derivative instruments		-		-		33,120		33,120
Total	$	638	$	1,144,825	$	75,426	$	1,220,889
Liabilities:
Derivative instruments	$	-	$	-	$	32,766	$	32,766

The following tables present the changes in Level 3 assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Mortgage Servicing Rights		Derivative Instruments		Available- for-sale Securities
	(In thousands)
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	30,174	$	342	$	-
Year to date net gains included in:
Net income		5,494		1,507		-
Other comprehensive income		-		-		-
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net		-		-		-
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3		-		-		-
Balance at March 31, 2012	$	35,668	$	1,849	$	-
Net unrealized gains included in net income for the quarter relating to assets and liabilities held at March 31, 2012	$	3,697	$	1,507	$	-

	Mortgage Servicing Rights		Derivative Instruments			Available- for-sale Securities
	(In thousands)
Balance at December 31, 2010	$	38,642	$	2,685		$	-
Year to date net gains (losses) included in:
Net income (loss)		3,664		(2,331	)		-
Other comprehensive income		-		-			-
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net		-		-			-
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3		-		-			-
Balance at March 31, 2011	$	42,306	$	354		$	-
Net unrealized (losses) gains included in net income for the quarter relating to assets      and liabilities held at March 31, 2011	$	2,540	$	(2,331	)	$	-

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Assets and Liabilities Recorded at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis

The following tables present the balances of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis as of March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	March 31, 2012
									Total
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total		Losses
Assets:	(In thousands)
Loans held for sale	$	-	$	110,294	$	-	$	110,294	$	-
Impaired loans		-		-		211,112		211,112		(25,546	)
Other real estate owned		-		-		167,808		167,808		(26,520	)

	March 31, 2011
									Total
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total		Losses
Assets:	(In thousands)
Loans held for sale	$	-	$	56,876	$	-	$	56,876	$	-
Impaired loans		-		-		338,821		338,821		(49,419	)
Other real estate owned		-		-		136,412		136,412		(14,738	)

Fair Value of Financial Instruments

FASB ASC 825, Financial Instruments (“FASB ASC 825”), requires that the Company disclose estimated fair values for its financial instruments.  Fair value estimates, methods and assumptions are set forth below for the Company's financial instruments.

Held-to-maturity securities.  Fair value measurement is based upon quoted prices, if available.  If quoted prices are not available, fair values are determined by matrix pricing, which is a mathematical technique widely used in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities’ relationship to other benchmark quoted securities.    The Company’s held-to-maturity securities that are traded on an active exchange, such as the New York Stock Exchange, are classified as Level 1.  Held-to-maturity securities valued using matrix pricing are classified as Level 2.  Held-to-maturity securities valued using matrix pricing that has been adjusted to compensate for the present value of expected cash flows, market liquidity, credit quality and volatility are classified as Level 3.

Loans and Leases.  Fair values are estimated for portfolios of loans and leases with similar financial characteristics.  The fair value of loans and leases is calculated by discounting scheduled cash flows through the estimated maturity using rates the Company would currently offer customers based on the credit and interest rate risk inherent in the loan or lease.  Assumptions regarding credit risk, cash flows and discount rates are judgmentally determined using available market and borrower information.  Estimated maturity represents the expected average cash flow period, which in some instances is different than the stated maturity.  This entrance price approach results in a calculated fair value that would be different than an exit or estimated actual sales price approach and such differences could be significant.  All of the Company’s loans and leases are classified as Level 3.

Deposit Liabilities.  Under FASB ASC 825, the fair value of deposits with no stated maturity, such as noninterest bearing demand deposits, interest bearing demand deposits and savings, is equal to the amount payable on demand as of the reporting date.  The fair value of certificates of deposit is based on the discounted value of contractual cash flows.  The discount rate is estimated using the prevailing rates offered for deposits of similar maturities.  The Company’s noninterest bearing demand deposits, interest bearing demand deposits and savings are classified as Level 1.  Certificates of deposit are classified as Level 2.

Debt.  The carrying amounts for federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements approximate fair value because of their short-term maturity.  The fair value of the Company’s fixed-term Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) advances is based on the discounted value of contractual cash flows.  The discount rate is estimated using the

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prevailing rates available for advances of similar maturities.  The fair value of the Company’s junior subordinated debt is based on market prices or dealer quotes.  The Company’s federal funds purchased, repurchase agreements and junior subordinated debt are classified as Level 1.  FHLB advances are classified as Level 2.

Lending Commitments.  The Company’s lending commitments are negotiated at prevailing market rates and are relatively short-term in nature.  As a matter of policy, the Company generally makes commitments for fixed-rate loans for relatively short periods of time.  Therefore, the estimated value of the Company’s lending commitments approximates the carrying amount and is immaterial to the financial statements.  The Company’s lending commitments are classified as Level 1.

The following table presents carrying and fair value information of financial instruments at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012						December 31, 2011
	Carrying			Fair			Carrying			Fair
	Value			Value			Value			Value
Assets:	(In thousands)
Cash and due from banks	$	184,441		$	184,441		$	195,681		$	195,681
Interest bearing deposits with other banks		665,675			665,675			303,663			303,663
Available-for-sale securities		2,573,535			2,573,535			2,513,518			2,513,518
Net loans and leases		8,556,146			8,605,943			8,675,193			8,730,819
Loans held for sale		110,294			110,323			83,458			83,503
Liabilities:
Noninterest bearing deposits		2,260,012			2,260,012			2,269,799			2,269,799
Savings and interest bearing deposits		5,964,841			5,964,841			5,698,527			5,698,527
Other time deposits		2,857,469			2,901,829			2,986,863			3,029,147
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase and other short-term borrowings		402,589			402,121			375,433			375,285
Long-term debt and other borrowings		193,877			205,974			193,880			200,166
Derivative instruments:
Forward commitments to sell fixed rate mortgage loans		(98	)		(98	)		(1,057	)		(1,057	)
Commitments to fund fixed rate mortgage loans		2,710			2,710			2,140			2,140
Interest rate swap position to receive		50,094			50,094			53,608			53,608
Interest rate swap position to pay		(50,857	)		(50,857	)		(54,349	)		(54,349	)

NOTE 15 – OTHER NONINTEREST REVENUE AND EXPENSE

The following table details other noninterest revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

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	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
	(In thousands)
Annuity fees	$	642	$	1,296
Brokerage commissions and fees		1,438		1,638
Bank-owned life insurance		2,613		1,699
Other miscellaneous income		4,377		4,683
Total other noninterest income	$	9,070	$	9,316

The following table details other noninterest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
	(In thousands)
Advertising	$	841	$	889
Foreclosed property expense		8,409		7,082
Telecommunications		2,206		2,143
Public relations		1,466		1,514
Data processing		2,764		2,301
Computer software		1,803		1,848
Amortization of intangibles		763		854
Legal fees		2,216		2,598
Postage and shipping		1,255		1,297
Other miscellaneous expense		18,244		17,355
Total other noninterest expense	$	39,967	$	37,881

NOTE 16 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES

The nature of the Company’s business ordinarily results in a certain amount of claims, litigation, investigations and legal and administrative investigations and proceedings. Although the Company and its subsidiaries have developed policies and procedures to minimize the impact of legal noncompliance and other disputes, and endeavored to provide reasonable insurance coverage, litigation and regulatory actions present an ongoing risk.

The Company and its subsidiaries are engaged in lines of business that are heavily regulated and involve a large volume of financial transactions and potential transactions with numerous customers or applicants. From time to time, borrowers, customers, former employees and other third parties have brought actions against the Company or its subsidiaries, in some cases claiming substantial damages. Financial services companies are subject to the risk of class action litigation and, from time to time, the Company and its subsidiaries are subject to such actions brought against it. Additionally, the Bank is, and management expects it to be, engaged in a number of foreclosure proceedings and other collection actions as part of its lending and leasing collections activities, which, from time to time, have resulted in counterclaims against the Bank. Various legal proceedings have arisen and may arise in the future out of claims against entities to which the Company is a successor as a result of business combinations. The Company’s insurance has deductibles, and will likely not cover all such litigation or other proceedings or the costs of defense. The Company and its subsidiaries may also be subject to enforcement actions by federal or state regulators, including the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Reserve, the FDIC, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Department of Justice, state attorneys general and the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.

When and as the Company determines it has meritorious defenses to the claims asserted, it vigorously defends against such claims. The Company will consider settlement of claims when, in management’s judgment and in consultation with counsel, it is in the best interests of the Company to do so.

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The Company cannot predict with certainty the cost of defense, the cost of prosecution or the ultimate outcome of litigation and other proceedings filed by or against it, its directors, management or employees, including remedies or damage awards. On at least a quarterly basis, the Company assesses its liabilities and contingencies in connection with outstanding legal proceedings as well as certain threatened claims (which are not considered incidental to the ordinary conduct of the Company’s business) utilizing the latest and most reliable information available. For matters where a loss is not probable or the amount of the loss cannot be estimated, no accrual is established. For matters where it is probable the Company will incur a loss and the amount can be reasonably estimated, the Company establishes an accrual for the loss. Once established, the accrual is adjusted periodically to reflect any relevant developments. The actual cost of any outstanding legal proceedings or threatened claims, however, may turn out to be substantially higher than the amount accrued. Further, the Company’s insurance will not cover all such litigation, other proceedings or claims, or the costs of defense.

While the final outcome of any legal proceedings is inherently uncertain, based on the information available, advice of counsel and available insurance coverage, management believes that the litigation-related expense accrued as of March 31, 2012 is adequate and that any incremental liability arising from the Company’s legal proceedings and threatened claims, including the matters described herein and those otherwise arising in the ordinary course of business, will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's business or consolidated financial condition. It is possible, however, that future developments could result in an unfavorable outcome for or resolution of any one or more of the lawsuits in which the Company or its subsidiaries are defendants, which may be material to the Company’s results of operations for a given fiscal period.

On May 12, 2010, the Company and its Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Financial Officer were named in a purported class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee on behalf of certain purchasers of the Company’s common stock. On September 17, 2010, an Executive Vice President of the Company was added as a party to the lawsuit. The amended complaint alleges that the defendants issued materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company’s business and financial results. In particular, the allegations relate to the Company’s recording and reporting of its unaudited financial statements, including the allowance and provision for credit losses, and its internal control over financial reporting leading up to the filing of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009. The plaintiff seeks class certification, an unspecified amount of damages and awards of costs and attorneys’ fees and other equitable relief. No class has been certified and, at this stage of the lawsuit, management cannot determine the probability of an unfavorable outcome to the Company. There are significant uncertainties involved in any purported class action litigation.  Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations. 

On August 16, 2011, a shareholder filed a putative derivative action purportedly on behalf of the Company in the Circuit Court of Lee County, Mississippi, against certain current and past executive officers and the members of the Board of Directors of the Company. The plaintiff in this shareholder derivative lawsuit asserts that the individual defendants violated their fiduciary duties based upon substantially the same facts as alleged in the purported class action lawsuit described above. The plaintiff is seeking to recover damages in an unspecified amount and equitable and/or injunctive relief. Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations.

In November 2010, the Company was informed that the Atlanta Regional Office of the SEC had issued an Order of Investigation concerning the Company.  This investigation is ongoing and is primarily focused on the Company’s recording and reporting of its unaudited financial statements, including the allowance and provision for credit losses, its internal control over financial reporting and its communications with the independent auditors prior to the filing of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009.  In connection with its investigation, the SEC issued subpoenas for documents and testimony, with which the Company has fully complied.  The Company is cooperating fully with the SEC. No claims have been made by the SEC against the Company or against any individuals affiliated with the Company. At this time, it is not possible to predict when or how the investigation will be resolved or the cost or potential liabilities associated with this matter.

On May 18, 2010, the Bank was named as a defendant in a purported class action lawsuit filed by an Arkansas customer of the Bank in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida. The suit challenges the manner in which overdraft fees were charged and the policies related to posting order of debit card and ATM transactions. The suit also makes a claim under Arkansas’ consumer protection statute. The plaintiff is seeking to

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recover damages in an unspecified amount and equitable relief. The case was transferred to pending multi-district litigation in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. On May 4, 2012, the judge presiding over the multi-district litigation entered an order certifying a class in this case.  Management of the Company plans to file a petition for leave to appeal the class certification order, which, if granted, would provide the Company with an immediate right to appeal the class certification order.  At this state of the lawsuit, management of the Company cannot determine the probability of an unfavorable outcome to the Company. There are significant uncertainties involved in any purported class action litigation.  Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations. However, there can be no assurance that an adverse outcome or settlement would not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated results of operations for a given fiscal period.

ITEM 2.  MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

Certain statements contained in this report may not be based on historical facts and are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements may be identified by reference to a future period(s) or by the use of forward-looking terminology, such as “anticipate,”  “assume,” “believe,” “estimate,” “expect,” “may,” “might,” “will,” “intend,” “indicated,” “could,” or “would,” or future or conditional verb tenses, and variations or negatives of such terms. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, those relating to amortization expense for intangible assets, loan impairment, utilization of appraisals and inspections for real estate loans, maturity, renewal or extension of construction, acquisition and development loans, net interest revenue, estimates of fair value discount rates, fair values of  available-for-sale securities, the amount of the Company’s non-performing loans and leases, credit quality, credit losses, liquidity, off-balance sheet commitments and arrangements, valuation of mortgage servicing rights, allowance and provision for credit losses, continued weakness in the economic environment, early identification and resolution of credit issues, utilization of non-GAAP financial measures, the ability of the Company to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of loan agreements, the Company’s reserve for losses from representation and warranty obligations,  the Company’s foreclosure process related to mortgage loans, the impact of the Durbin Debit Interchange Amendment on the Company’s debit card revenue, the resolution of non-performing loans that are collaterally dependent, real estate values, fully-indexed interest rates, interest rate risk, interest rate sensitivity, calculation of economic value of equity, impaired loan charge-offs, troubled debt restructurings, diversification of the Company’s revenue stream, liquidity needs and strategies, sources of funding, net interest margin, declaration and payment of dividends, future acquisitions and consideration to be used therefore, the use of proceeds from the Company’s underwritten public offering and the impact of certain claims, legal and administrative proceedings and pending litigation. We caution you not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained in this report, in that actual results could differ materially from those indicated in such forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors. These factors may include, but are not limited to, conditions in the financial markets and economic conditions generally, the ongoing debt crisis and the downgrade of the sovereign credit ratings for various nations, the adequacy of the Company’s provision and allowance for credit losses to cover actual credit losses, the credit risk associated with real estate construction, acquisition and development loans, losses resulting from the significant amount of the Company’s other real estate owned, limitations on the Company’s ability to declare and pay dividends, the impact of legal or administrative proceedings, the availability of capital on favorable terms if and when needed, liquidity risk, governmental regulation, including the Dodd Frank Act,  and supervision of the Company’s operations, the impact of regulations on service charges on the Company’s core deposit accounts, the susceptibility of the Company’s business to local economic conditions, the soundness of other financial institutions, changes in interest rates, the impact of monetary policies and economic factors on the Company’s ability to attract deposits or make loans, volatility in capital and credit markets, reputational risk, the impact of hurricanes or other adverse weather events, any requirement that the Company write down goodwill or other intangible assets, diversification in the types of financial services the Company offers, competition with other financial services companies, risks in connection with completed or potential acquisitions, the Company’s growth strategy, interruptions or breaches in the Company’s information system security, the failure of certain third party vendors to

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perform, dilution caused by the Company’s issuance of any additional shares of its common stock to raise capital or acquire other banks, bank holding companies, financial holding companies and insurance agencies, the effectiveness of the Company’s internal controls, other factors generally understood to affect the financial results of financial services companies and other factors detailed from time to time in the Company’s press releases and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.  We undertake no obligation to update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that occur after the date of this report.

OVERVIEW

BancorpSouth, Inc. (the “Company”) is a regional financial holding company headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi with $13.3 billion in assets at March 31, 2012.  BancorpSouth Bank (the “Bank”), the Company’s wholly-owned banking subsidiary, has commercial banking operations in Mississippi, Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, Florida and Missouri.  The Bank’s insurance agency subsidiary also operates an office in Illinois.  The Bank and its consumer finance, credit insurance, insurance agency and brokerage subsidiaries provide commercial banking, leasing, mortgage origination and servicing, insurance, brokerage and trust services to corporate customers, local governments, individuals and other financial institutions through an extensive network of branches and offices.

Management’s discussion and analysis provides a narrative discussion of the Company’s financial condition and results of operations.  For a complete understanding of the following discussion, you should refer to the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011 and the notes to such financial statements found under “Part I, Item 1. Financial Statements” of this report.  This discussion and analysis is based on reported financial information.  The information that follows is provided to enhance comparability of financial information between years and to provide a better understanding of the Company’s operations.

As a financial holding company, the financial condition and operating results of the Company are heavily influenced by economic trends nationally and in the specific markets in which the Company’s subsidiaries provide financial services.  Generally, during the past several years, the pressures of the national and regional economic cycle have created a difficult operating environment for the financial services industry.  The Company is not immune to such pressures and the continuing economic downturn has had a negative impact on the Company and its customers in all of the markets that it serves.  While this impact has been reflected in the credit quality measures during the past two years, the Company’s financial condition at March 31, 2012 indicates decreases in the allowance for credit losses, total NPLs and non-performing assets (“NPAs”), and near-term past dues when compared to December 31, 2012 and March 31, 2011.  Management believes that the Company is well positioned with respect to overall credit quality as evidenced by this improvement in credit quality metrics at March 31, 2012 compared to December 31, 2011 and March 31, 2011.  Management believes, however, that continued weakness in the economic environment could adversely affect the strength of the credit quality of the Company’s assets overall.  Therefore, management will continue to focus on early identification and resolution of any credit issues.

The largest source of the Company’s revenue is derived from the operation of its principal operating subsidiary, the Bank.  The financial condition and operating results of the Bank are affected by the level and volatility of interest rates on loans, investment securities, deposits and other borrowed funds, and the impact of economic downturns on loan demand, collateral value and creditworthiness of existing borrowers.  The financial services industry is highly competitive and heavily regulated.  The Company’s success depends on its ability to compete aggressively within its markets while maintaining sufficient asset quality and cost controls to generate net income.

In the first quarter of 2012, the Company’s debit card revenue decreased by $3.2 million compared to the first quarter of 2011.  Management estimates that debit card revenue could be reduced by approximately $13.0 million in 2012 compared to 2011, as a result of the impact of the final rule implementing the Durbin Debt Interchange Amendment to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the “Durbin Amendment”).  This estimate is based on management’s assumptions that revenue associated with consumer signature activity would be 58% of the level prior to the implementation of the Durbin Amendment, revenue associated with business signature activity would be 12% of the level prior to the implementation of the Durbin Amendment and revenue associated with consumer and business PIN activity would be 80% of the level prior to the implementation of the Durbin Amendment.

The information that follows is provided to enhance comparability of financial information between periods and to provide a better understanding of the Company’s operations.

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SELECTED FINANCIAL QUARTERLY DATA
	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012			2011
	(Dollars in thousands, except per share data)
Earnings Summary:
Total interest revenue	$	125,375		$	138,828
Total interest expense		19,765			29,391
Net interest income		105,610			109,437
Provision for credit losses		10,000			53,479
Noninterest income		72,360			68,311
Noninterest expense		135,680			130,010
Income (loss) before income taxes		32,290			(5,741	)
Income tax expense (benefit)		9,424			(5,247	)
Net income (loss)	$	22,866		$	(494	)
Balance Sheet - Period-end balances:
Total assets	$	13,307,572		$	13,547,238
Total securities		2,573,535			2,812,666
Loans and leases, net of unearned income		8,737,923			9,213,836
Total deposits		11,082,322			11,464,114
Long-term debt		33,500			110,000
Total shareholders' equity		1,392,199			1,211,061
Balance Sheet-Average Balances:
Total assets	$	13,088,358		$	13,539,763
Total securities		2,507,941			2,738,415
Loans and leases, net of unearned income		8,791,542			9,299,984
Total deposits		11,043,952			11,497,638
Long-term debt		33,500			110,000
Total shareholders' equity		1,363,709			1,219,399
Common Share Data:
Basic earnings (loss) per share	$	0.25		$	(0.01	)
Diluted earnings (loss) per share		0.25			(0.01	)
Cash dividends per share		0.01			0.11
Book value per share		14.74			14.51
Dividend payout ratio		4.00	%	NM %
Financial Ratios (Annualized):
Return on average assets		0.70	%		(0.01	) %
Return on average shareholders' equity		6.74			(0.16	)
Total shareholders' equity to total assets		10.46			8.94
Tangible shareholders' equity to tangible assets		8.49			6.95
Net interest margin-fully taxable equivalent		3.66			3.69
Credit Quality Ratios (Annualized):
Net charge-offs to average loans and leases		1.06	%		2.24	%
Provision for credit losses to average loans and leases		0.45			2.30
Allowance for credit losses to net loans and leases		2.08			2.15
Allowance for credit losses to NPLs		63.73			46.66
Allowance for credit losses to NPAs		40.12			35.33
NPLs to net loans and leases		3.26			4.61
NPAs to net loans and leases		5.18			6.09
Captial Adequacy:
Tier I capital		13.22	%		10.65	%
Total capital		14.47			11.92
Tier I leverage capital		9.85			8.01
NM=Not meaningful

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In addition to financial ratios based on measures defined by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”), the Company utilizes tangible shareholders’ equity and tangible asset measures when evaluating the performance of the Company.  Tangible shareholders’ equity is defined by the Company as total shareholders’ equity less goodwill and identifiable intangible assets.  Tangible assets are defined by the Company as total assets less goodwill and identifiable intangible assets.  Management believes the ratio of tangible shareholders’ equity to tangible assets to be an important measure of financial strength of the Company.  The following table reconciles tangible assets and tangible shareholders’ equity as presented above to U.S. GAAP financial measures as reflected in the Company’s unaudited consolidated financial statements:

	March 31,
	2012			2011
	(Dollars, in thousands)
Tangible Assets:
Total assets	$	13,307,572		$	13,547,238
Less:  Goodwill		271,297			271,297
Other identifiable intangible assets		15,850			18,844
Total tangible assets	$	13,020,425		$	13,257,097
Tangible Shareholders' Equity
Total shareholders' equity	$	1,392,199		$	1,211,061
Less:  Goodwill		271,297			271,297
Other identifiable intangible assets		15,850			18,844
Total tangible shareholders' equity	$	1,105,052		$	920,920
Tangible shareholders' equity to tangible assets		8.49	%		6.95	%

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The Company reported net income of $22.9 million for the first quarter of 2012, compared to a net loss of approximately $494,000 for the same quarter of 2011.  The decreased provision for credit losses was the most significant factor contributing to the increase in net income, as the charge in the first quarter of 2012 was $10.0 million, compared to a charge of $53.5 million during the first quarter of 2011.  Net charge-offs decreased to $23.3 million, or 1.06% of average loans and leases, during the first quarter of 2012, compared to $52.1 million, or 2.24% of average loans and leases, during the first quarter of 2011.  The decrease in the provision for credit losses reflected the impact of a significant decrease in NPL formation during the first quarter of 2012 as NPLs decreased from $322.3 million at December 30, 2011 to $285.2 million at March 31, 2012.  The impact of the economic environment continues to be evident on real estate consumer mortgage and construction, acquisition and development loans and more specifically on residential construction, acquisition and development loans.  Many of these loans have become collateral-dependent, requiring recognition of an impairment loss to reflect the decline in real estate values.  The Company has continued its focus on improving credit quality and reducing NPLs especially in the real estate construction, acquisition and development loan portfolio as evidenced by the decrease in that portfolio’s nonaccrual loans of $17.5 million to $115.6 million at March 31, 2012 from $133.1 million at December 31, 2011.

The primary source of revenue for the Company is the net interest revenue earned by the Bank.  Net interest revenue is the difference between interest earned on loans, investments and other earning assets and interest paid on deposits and other obligations.  Net interest revenue was $105.6 million for the first quarter of 2012, a decrease of $3.8 million, or 3.5%, from $109.4 million for the first quarter of 2011.  Net interest revenue is affected by the general level of interest rates, changes in interest rates and changes in the amount and composition of interest earning assets and interest bearing liabilities.  The Company’s objective is to manage those assets and liabilities to maximize net interest revenue, while balancing interest rate, credit, liquidity and capital risks.  The Company experienced an increase in lower rate savings deposits and a decrease in higher rate other time deposits, which resulted in a decrease in interest expense of $9.6 million, or 32.8%, in the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  The decrease in net interest revenue for the first quarter of 2012 was a result of the decrease in

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interest expense being more than offset by the decrease in interest revenue that resulted from the declining interest rate environment combined with the low loan demand as interest revenue decreased $13.5 million, or 9.7%, in the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  Real estate construction, acquisition and development loans decreased $50.3 million, or 5.5%, to $858.1 million at March 31, 2012 from $908.4 million at December 31, 2011.  While loan demand has been weak, the Company has managed to replace some loan runoff with new loan production, primarily in its Texas and Louisiana markets.

The Company attempts to diversify its revenue stream by increasing the amount of revenue received from mortgage lending operations, insurance agency activities, brokerage and securities activities and other activities that generate fee income.  Management believes this diversification is important to reduce the impact of fluctuations in net interest revenue on the overall operating results of the Company.  Noninterest revenue increased $4.0 million, or 5.9%, for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  The primary contributor to the increase in noninterest revenue for the first quarter of 2012 was the increase in mortgage lending revenue to $15.1 million for the first quarter of 2012 compared to $7.6 million for the first quarter of 2011.  The increase in mortgage lending revenue was primarily related to the increase in mortgage originations.  Mortgage origination volume increased in the first quarter of 2012 to $395.1 million from $202.8 million for the first quarter of 2011.  The increased level of mortgage origination volume resulted in an increase in origination revenue to $9.7 million in the first quarter of 2012 compared to $3.2 million in the first quarter of 2011.  Mortgage lending revenue was also positively impacted by the increase in the fair value of MSRs.  The fair value of MSRs increased $3.7 million during the first quarter of 2012 compared to an increase of $2.5 million for the first quarter of 2011.

 The increase in noninterest revenue was somewhat offset by the decrease in service charges, credit card, debit card and merchant fees, and trust income as these noninterest revenues decreased 13.6% in the aggregate in the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  Bank-owned life insurance revenue increased 53.8% for the comparable three-month period of 2011 as a result of the Company recording life insurance proceeds of approximately $872,000 during the first three months of 2012.  There were no significant non-recurring noninterest revenue items during the first quarter of 2011.

Noninterest expense increased 4.4% to $135.7 million for the first quarter of 2012 compared to $130.0 million for the first quarter of 2011.  The increase in noninterest expense for the first quarter of 2012 was primarily related to the increase in salaries and employee benefits expense to $74.9 million for the first quarter of 2012 compared to $70.4 million for the first quarter of 2011.  The increase in salaries and employee benefits was primarily related to increases in FICA taxes, employee benefits and incentive compensation during the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  Contributing to the increase in noninterest expense for the first quarter of 2012 was the increase in foreclosed property expense of $1.3 million, or 18.7%, to $8.4 million for the first quarter of 2012 compared to $7.1 million for the first quarter of 2011.  Foreclosed property expense increased primarily as a result of the increase in the number of properties owned.  The Company continues to focus attention on controlling noninterest expense.  The major components of net income are discussed in more detail in the various sections that follow.

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Net Interest Revenue

Net interest revenue is the difference between interest revenue earned on assets, such as loans, leases and securities, and interest expense paid on liabilities, such as deposits and borrowings, and continues to provide the Company with its principal source of revenue.  Net interest revenue is affected by the general level of interest rates, changes in interest rates and changes in the amount and composition of interest earning assets and interest bearing liabilities.  The Company’s long-term objective is to manage interest earning assets and interest bearing liabilities to maximize net interest revenue, while balancing interest rate, credit and liquidity risk.  Net interest margin is determined by dividing fully taxable equivalent net interest revenue by average earning assets.  For purposes of the following discussion, revenue from tax-exempt loans and investment securities has been adjusted to a fully taxable equivalent (“FTE”) basis, using an effective tax rate of 35%.  The following tables present average interest earning assets, average interest bearing liabilities, net interest revenue-FTE, net interest margin-FTE and net interest rate spread for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

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	Three months ended March 31,
	2012								2011
	Average					Yield/			Average					Yield/
	Balance			Interest		Rate			Balance			Interest		Rate
ASSETS	(Dollars in millions, yields on taxable equivalent basis)
Loans and leases (net of unearned income) (1)(2)	$	8,791.5		$	109.9		5.03	%	$	9,300.0		$	118.2		5.15	%
Loans held for sale		61.3			0.5		3.57	%		39.1			0.4		4.64	%
Held-to-maturity securities:
Taxable (3)		-			-		-			1,322.7			8.1		2.49	%
Non-taxable (4)		-			-		-			330.6			5.2		6.32	%
Available-for-sale securities:
Taxable (5)		2,058.9			11.3		2.20	%		1,014.4			8.6		3.43	%
Non-taxable (6)		449.1			6.5		5.86	%		70.7			1.3		7.27	%
Federal funds sold, securities purchased under agreement to resell and short-term investments		603.9			0.4		0.27	%		317.3			0.2		0.32	%
Total interest earning assets and revenue		11,964.7			128.6		4.32	%		12,394.8			142.0		4.65	%
Other assets		1,325.8								1,363.1
Less:  Allowance for credit losses		(202.1	)							(218.1	)
Total	$	13,088.4							$	13,539.8
LIABILITIES AND
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Deposits:
Demand - interest bearing	$	4,960.1		$	4.4		0.36	%	$	5,153.1		$	6.5		0.52	%
Savings		1,027.6			0.7		0.28	%		897.3			0.8		0.37	%
Other time		2,916.9			11.3		1.56	%		3,553.6			17.5		2.00	%
Federal funds purchased, securities    sold under agreement to repurchase,    short-term FHLB borrowings    and other short term borrowings		359.7			0.1		0.09	%		433.7			0.2		0.18	%
Junior subordinated debt securities		160.3			2.9		7.22	%		160.3			2.9		7.23	%
Long-term  FHLB borrowings		33.5			0.4		4.19	%		110.0			1.5		5.47	%
Total interest bearing liabilities and expense		9,458.1			19.8		0.84	%		10,308.0			29.4		1.16	%
Demand deposits -noninterest bearing		2,139.4								1,893.7
Other liabilities		127.2								118.7
Total liabilities		11,724.7								12,320.4
Shareholders' equity		1,363.7								1,219.4
Total	$	13,088.4							$	13,539.8
Net interest revenue-FTE				$	108.8							$	112.6
Net interest margin-FTE							3.66	%							3.69	%
Net interest rate spread							3.48	%							3.49	%
Interest bearing liabilities to interest earning assets							79.05	%							83.16	%
(1) Includes taxable equivalent adjustment to interest of $0.9 million and $0.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively, using an effective tax rate of 35%.
(2)  Includes non-accrual loans.
(3) Includes taxable equivalent adjustment to interest of $0.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 using an effective tax rate of 35%.
(4) Includes taxable equivalent adjustments to interest of $1.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 using an effective tax rate of 35%.
(5) Includes taxable equivalent adjustment to interest of $0.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2012 using an effective tax rate of 35%.
(6) Includes taxable equivalent adjustment to interest of $2.3 million and $0.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively, using an effective tax rate of 35%.

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Net interest revenue-FTE for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012 decreased $3.8 million, or 3.4%, compared to the same period in 2011.  The decrease in net interest revenue-FTE was primarily a result of the increase in short-term investments resulting from excess liquidity coupled with the continued lack of loan growth, as the short-term investments have lower average rates earned than the average rates paid on interest bearing liabilities.

Interest revenue-FTE for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012 decreased $13.4 million, or 9.4%, compared to the same period in 2011.  The decrease in interest revenue-FTE was a result of the increase in lower rate securities combined with the declining loan yields, as interest rates continued to be at historically low levels resulting in a decrease in the yield on average interest-earning assets of 33 basis points for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011.  Average interest-earning assets decreased $430.1 million, or 3.5%, for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012, compared to the same period in 2011.  The decrease in average interest-earning assets was primarily a result of the larger decrease in net loans and leases and securities than the increase in short-term investment resulting from excess liquidity.

Interest expense for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012 decreased $9.6 million, or 32.8%, compared to the same period in 2011.  The decrease in interest expense was a result of the increase in average lower cost savings deposits combined with the decrease in interest bearing and other time deposit and their corresponding rates, coupled with the decrease in higher rate long-term Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) borrowings.  This activity resulted in an overall decrease in the average rate paid of 32 basis points for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  Average interest bearing liabilities decreased $849.9 million, or 8.2%, for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012 compared to the same period in 2011.  The decrease in average interest bearing liabilities was a result of increases in average lower cost savings deposits being more than offset by decreases in average interest bearing demand deposits, other time deposits, short-term borrowings and long-term borrowings.

Net interest margin was 3.66% for the three months ended March 31, 2012, a decrease of three basis points from 3.69% for the three months ended March 31, 2012.  The slight decrease in the net interest margin was primarily a result of weak loan demand and an increase in short-term investments having lower yields than those earned on the loan portfolio.

Interest Rate Sensitivity

The interest rate sensitivity gap is the difference between the maturity or repricing opportunities of interest sensitive assets and interest sensitive liabilities for a given period of time.  A prime objective of the Company’s asset/liability management is to maximize net interest margin while maintaining a reasonable mix of interest sensitive assets and liabilities.  The following table presents the Company’s interest rate sensitivity at March 31, 2012:

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	Interest Rate Sensitivity - Maturing or Repricing Opportunities
				91 Days			Over One
	0 to 90			to			Year to		Over
	Days			One Year			Five Years		Five Years
	(In thousands)
Interest earning assets:
Interest bearing deposits with banks	$	665,675		$	-		$	-	$	-
Available-for-sale and trading securities		173,122			240,190			1,338,800		821,423
Loans and leases, net of unearned income		3,973,991			1,650,144			2,754,284		359,504
Loans held for sale		95,112			254			1,485		13,443
Total interest earning assets		4,907,900			1,890,588			4,094,569		1,194,370
Interest bearing liabilities:
Interest bearing demand deposits and savings		5,964,841			-			-		-
Other time deposits		510,140			1,244,068			1,103,017		244
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase, short-term FHLB borrowings and other short-term borrowings		401,089			1,500			-		-
Long-term FHLB borrowings and junior subordinated debt securities		-			-			3,500		190,312
Other		-			-			65		-
Total interest bearing liabilities		6,876,070			1,245,568			1,106,582		190,556
Interest rate sensitivity gap	$	(1,968,170	)	$	645,020		$	2,987,987	$	1,003,814
Cumulative interest sensitivity gap	$	(1,968,170	)	$	(1,323,150	)	$	1,664,837	$	2,668,651

In the event interest rates increase after March 31, 2012, based on this interest rate sensitivity gap, the Company would likely experience decreased net interest revenue in the following one-year period, as the cost of funds would increase at a more rapid rate than interest revenue on interest-earning assets.  Conversely, in the event interest rates decline after March 31, 2012, based on this interest rate sensitivity gap, it is likely that the Company would experience slightly increased net interest revenue in the following one-year period.  It should be noted that the balances shown in the table above are at March 31, 2012 and may not be reflective of positions at other times during the year or in subsequent periods.  Allocations to specific interest rate sensitivity periods are based on the earlier of maturity or repricing dates.   The elevated liability sensitivity in the 0 to 90 day category as compared to other categories was primarily a result of the Company’s utilization of shorter term, lower cost deposits to fund earning assets.

As of March 31, 2012, the Bank had $1.9 billion in variable rate loans with interest rates determined by a floor, or minimum rate.  This portion of the loan portfolio had an average interest rate earned of 4.63%, an average maturity of 30 months and a fully-indexed interest rate of 3.71% at March 31, 2012.  The fully-indexed interest rate is the interest rate that these loans would be earning without the effect of interest rate floors.  While the Bank benefits from interest rate floors in the current interest rate environment, loans currently earning their floored interest rate may not experience an immediate impact on the interest rate earned should key indices rise.  Key indices include, but are not limited to, the Bank’s prime rate, the Wall Street Journal prime rate and the London Interbank Offering Rate.  At March 31, 2012, the Company had $934.5 million, $1.2 billion and $724.1 million in variable rate loans with interest rates tied to the Bank’s prime rate, the Wall Street Journal prime rate and the London Interbank Offering Rate, respectively.  The Bank’s net interest margin may be negatively impacted by the timing and magnitude of a rise in key indices.

Interest Rate Risk Management

Interest rate risk refers to the potential changes in net interest income and Economic Value of Equity (“EVE”) resulting from adverse movements in interest rates.  EVE is defined as the net present value of the balance sheet’s cash flow.  EVE is calculated by discounting projected principal and interest cash flows under the current interest rate environment.  The present value of asset cash flows less the present value of liability cash flows derives

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the net present value of the Company’s balance sheet.  The Company’s Asset / Liability Committee utilizes financial simulation models to measure interest rate exposure.  These models are designed to simulate the cash flow and accrual characteristics of the Company’s balance sheet.  In addition, the models incorporate assumptions about the direction and volatility of interest rates, the slope of the yield curve, and the changing composition of the Company’s balance sheet arising from both strategic plans and customer behavior.  Finally, management makes assumptions regarding loan and deposit growth, pricing, and prepayment speeds.

The sensitivity analysis included below delineates the percentage change in net interest income and EVE derived from instantaneous parallel rate shifts of plus and minus 400, 300, 200 and 100 basis points.  The impact of minus 400, 300, 200 and 100 basis point rate shocks as of March 31, 2012 and 2011 was not considered meaningful because of the historically low interest rate environment.  Variances were calculated from the base case scenario, which reflected prevailing market rates.  For the tables below, management assumed all non-maturity deposits had an average life of one day for calculating EVE.  In addition, management assumed a beta value of 1, or 100%, for all non-term deposits for purposes of calculating net interest income instantaneous rate shocks.  “Beta,” in the context of deposit rates, is defined as the percentage change in interest rate paid given a change in market rates.  Calculations using the aforementioned assumptions are designed to delineate maximum risk exposure.

	Net Interest Income
	% Variance from Base Case Scenario
Rate Shock	March 31, 2012		March 31, 2011
+400 basis points		-12.1%	NA
+300 basis points		-9.8%	NA
+200 basis points		-7.4%		-7.4%
+100 basis points		-4.3%		-4.1%
-100 basis points	NM		NM
-200 basis points	NM		NM
-300 basis points	NM		NM
-400 basis points	NM		NM
NM=not meaningful
NA=not available

	Economic Value of Equity
	% Variance from Base Case Scenario
Rate Shock	March 31, 2012		March 31, 2011
+400 basis points		-34.4%	NA
+300 basis points		-27.0%	NA
+200 basis points		-19.2%		-14.7%
+100 basis points		-10.4%		-7.9%
-100 basis points	NM		NM
-200 basis points	NM		NM
-300 basis points	NM		NM
-400 basis points	NM		NM
NM=not meaningful
NA=not available

In addition to instantaneous rate shocks, the Company monitors interest rate exposure through simulations of gradual interest rate changes over a 12-month time horizon.  The results of these analyses are included in the following table:

	Net Interest Income
	% Variance from Base Case Scenario
Rate Ramp	March 31, 2012		March 31, 2011
+200 basis points		-6.3%		-6.2%
-200 basis points	NM		NM
NM=not meaningful

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For the tables below, average life assumptions and beta values for non-maturity deposits were estimated based on the historical behavior.  Calculations using these assumptions are designed to delineate more precise risk exposure under the various shock scenarios.

	Net Interest Income
	% Variance from Base Case Scenario
Rate Shock	March 31, 2012		March 31, 2011
+400 basis points		9.2%	NA
+300 basis points		11.2%	NA
+200 basis points		9.8%	NA
+100 basis points		4.3%	NA
-100 basis points	NM		NM
-200 basis points	NM		NM
-300 basis points	NM		NM
-400 basis points	NM		NM
NM=not meaningful
NA=not available

	Economic Value of Equity
	% Variance from Base Case Scenario
Rate Shock	March 31, 2012		March 31, 2011
+400 basis points		-24.2%	NA
+300 basis points		-17.1%	NA
+200 basis points		-11.0%	NA
+100 basis points		-6.3%	NA
-100 basis points	NM		NM
-200 basis points	NM		NM
-300 basis points	NM		NM
-400 basis points	NM		NM
NM=not meaningful
NA=not available

	Net Interest Income
	% Variance from Base Case Scenario
Rate Ramp	March 31, 2012		March 31, 2011
+200 basis points		4.5%	NA
-200 basis points	NM		NM
NM=not meaningful
NA=not available

Provision for Credit Losses and Allowance for Credit Losses

In the normal course of business, the Bank assumes risks in extending credit.  The Bank manages these risks through underwriting in accordance with its lending policies, loan review procedures and the diversification of its loan and lease portfolio.  Although it is not possible to predict credit losses with certainty, management regularly reviews the characteristics of the loan and lease portfolio to determine its overall risk profile and quality.

The provision for credit losses is the periodic cost of providing an allowance or reserve for estimated probable losses on loans and leases.  The Bank’s Board of Directors has appointed a loan loss reserve valuation committee (the “Loan Loss Committee”), which bases its estimates of credit losses on three primary components:  (1) estimates of inherent losses that may exist in various segments of performing loans and leases; (2) specifically identified losses in individually analyzed credits; and (3) qualitative factors that may impact the performance of the loan and lease portfolio.  Factors such as financial condition of the borrower and guarantor, recent credit

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performance, delinquency, liquidity, cash flows, collateral type and value are used to assess credit risk.  Expected loss estimates are influenced by the historical losses experienced by the Bank for loans and leases of comparable creditworthiness and structure.  Specific loss assessments are performed for loans and leases of significant size and delinquency based upon the collateral protection and expected future cash flows to determine the amount of impairment under FASB ASC 310, Receivables (“FASB ASC 310”).  In addition, qualitative factors such as changes in economic and business conditions, concentrations of risk, loan and lease growth, acquisitions and changes in portfolio risk resulting from regulatory changes are considered in determining the adequacy of the level of the allowance for credit losses.

Attention is paid to the quality of the loan and lease portfolio through a formal loan review process. An independent loan review department of the Bank is responsible for reviewing the credit rating and classification of individual credits and assessing trends in the portfolio, adherence to internal credit policies and procedures and other factors that may affect the overall adequacy of the allowance for credit losses.  The Loan Loss Committee is responsible for ensuring that the allowance for credit losses provides coverage of both known and inherent losses.  The Loan Loss Committee meets at least quarterly to determine the amount of adjustments to the allowance for credit losses.   The Loan Loss Committee is composed of senior management from the Bank’s loan administration and finance departments.  In 2010, the Bank established a real estate risk management group and an Impairment Committee.  The real estate risk management group oversees compliance with regulations and U.S. GAAP related to lending activities where real estate is the primary collateral.  The Bank’s Board of Directors has appointed an impairment committee (the “Impairment Committee”), which is responsible for evaluating loans that have been specifically identified through various channels, including examination of the Bank’s watch list, past due listings, findings of the internal loan review department, loan officer assessments and loans to borrowers or industries known to be experiencing problems.  For all loans identified, the responsible loan officer in conjunction with his or her credit administrator is required to prepare an impairment analysis to be reviewed by the Impairment Committee.  The Impairment Committee deems that a loan is impaired if it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all the contractual principal and interest on the loan.  The Impairment Committee also evaluates the circumstances surrounding the loan in order to determine if the loan officer used the most appropriate method for assessing the impairment of the loan (i.e., present value of expected future cash flows, observable market price or fair value of the underlying collateral).  The Impairment Committee meets on a monthly basis.

If concessions are granted to a borrower as a result of its financial difficulties, the loan is classified as a TDR and analyzed for possible impairment as part of the credit approval process.  TDRs are reserved in accordance with FASB ASC 310 in the same manner as impaired loans that are not TDRs.  Should the borrower’s financial condition, collateral protection or performance deteriorate, warranting reassessment of the loan rating or impairment, additional reserves may be required.

Loans of $200,000 or more that become 60 or more days past due are identified for review by the Impairment Committee, which decides whether an impairment exists and to what extent a specific allowance for loss should be made.  Loans that do not meet these requirements may also be identified by management for impairment review.  Loans subject to such review are evaluated as to collateral dependency, current collateral value, guarantor or other financial support and likely disposition.  Each such loan is individually evaluated for impairment.  The impairment evaluation of real estate loans generally focuses on the fair value of underlying collateral obtained from appraisals, as the repayment of these loans may be dependent on the liquidation of the collateral.  In certain circumstances, other information such as comparable sales data is deemed to be a more reliable indicator of fair value of the underlying collateral than the most recent appraisal.  In these instances, such information is used in determining the impairment recorded for the loan.  As the repayment of commercial and industrial loans is generally dependent upon the cash flow of the borrower or guarantor support, the impairment evaluation generally focuses on the discounted future cash flows of the borrower or guarantor support, as well as the projected liquidation of any pledged collateral.  The Impairment Committee reviews the results of each evaluation and approves the final impairment amounts, which are then included in the analysis of the adequacy of the allowance for credit losses in accordance with FASB ASC 310.  Loans identified for impairment are placed in non-accrual status.

The Company’s policy is to obtain an appraisal at the time of loan origination for real estate collateral securing a loan of $250,000 or more, consistent with regulatory guidelines. The Company’s policy is to obtain an updated appraisal when certain events occur, such as the refinancing of the debt, the renewal of the debt or events that indicate potential impairment.  A new appraisal is generally ordered for loans greater than $200,000 that have characteristics of potential impairment such as delinquency or other loan-specific factors identified by management, when a current appraisal (dated within the prior 12 months) is not available or when a current appraisal uses assumptions that are not consistent with the expected disposition of the loan collateral.  In order to measure

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impairment properly at the time that a loan is deemed to be impaired, a staff appraiser may estimate the collateral fair value based upon earlier appraisals, sales contracts, approved foreclosure bids, comparable sales, officer estimates or current market conditions until a new appraisal is received.  This estimate can be used to determine the extent of the impairment on the loan.  After a loan is deemed to be impaired, it is management’s policy to obtain an updated appraisal on at least an annual basis.  Management performs a review of the pertinent facts and circumstances of each impaired loan, such as changes in outstanding balances, information received from loan officers and receipt of re-appraisals, on a monthly basis.  As of each review date, management considers whether additional impairment should be recorded based on recent activity related to the loan-specific collateral as well as other relevant comparable assets.  Any adjustment to reflect further impairments, either as a result of management’s periodic review or as a result of an updated appraisal, are made through recording additional loan loss provisions or charge-offs.

At March 31, 2012, impaired loans totaled $211.1 million, which was net of cumulative charge-offs of $55.4 million.  Additionally, the Company had specific reserves for impaired loans of $25.5 million included in the allowance for credit losses.  Impaired loans at March 31, 2012 were primarily from the Company’s commercial and residential real estate construction, acquisition and development portfolios.  Impaired loan charge-offs are determined necessary when management does not anticipate any future recovery of collateral values.  The loans were evaluated for impairment based on the fair value of the underlying collateral securing the loan.  As part of the impairment review process, appraisals are used to determine the property values.  The appraised values that are used are generally based on the disposition value of the property, which assumes Bank ownership of the property “as-is” and a 180-day marketing period.  If a current appraisal or one with an inspection date within the past 12 months using the necessary assumptions is not available, a new third-party appraisal is ordered.  In cases where an impairment exists and a current appraisal is not available at the time of review, a staff appraiser may determine an estimated value based upon earlier appraisals, the sales contract, approved foreclosure bids, comparable sales, comparable appraisals, officer estimates or current market conditions until a new appraisal is received.  After a new appraisal is received, the value used in the review will be updated and any adjustments to reflect further impairments are made.  Appraisals are obtained from state-certified appraisers based on certain assumptions which may include foreclosure status, bank ownership, other real estate owned marketing period of 180 days, costs to sell, construction or development status and the highest and best use of the property.  A staff appraiser may make adjustments to appraisals based on sales contracts, comparable sales and other pertinent information if an appraisal does not incorporate the effect of these assumptions.

When a guarantor is relied upon as a source of repayment, it is the Company’s policy to analyze the strength of the guaranty.  This analysis varies based on circumstances, but may include a review of the guarantor’s personal and business financial statements and credit history, a review of the guarantor’s tax returns and the preparation of a cash flow analysis of the guarantor.  Management will continue to update its analysis on individual guarantors as circumstances change.  Because of the continued weakness in the economy, subsequent analyses may result in the identification of the inability of some guarantors to perform under the agreed upon terms.

Any loan or portion thereof which is classified as “loss” by regulatory examiners or which is determined by management to be uncollectible, because of factors such as the borrower’s failure to pay interest or principal, the borrower’s financial condition, economic conditions in the borrower’s industry or the inadequacy of underlying collateral, is charged off.

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The following table provides an analysis of the allowance for credit losses for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012			2011
	(Dollars in thousands)
Balance, beginning of period	$	195,118		$	196,913
Loans and leases charged off:
Commercial and industrial		(4,272	)		(8,809	)
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		(4,216	)		(3,974	)
Home equity		(851	)		(1,082	)
Agricultural		(96	)		(592	)
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		(3,868	)		(1,716	)
Construction, acquisition and development		(11,394	)		(31,629	)
Commercial real estate		(2,809	)		(4,514	)
Credit cards		(562	)		(881	)
All other		(758	)		(553	)
Total loans charged off		(28,826	)		(53,750	)
Recoveries:
Commercial and industrial		1,542			184
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		323			143
Home equity		315			45
Agricultural		10			2
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		351			173
Construction, acquisition and development		2,155			564
Commercial real estate		383			13
Credit cards		118			255
All other		288			312
Total recoveries		5,485			1,691
Net charge-offs		(23,341	)		(52,059	)
Provision charged to operating expense		10,000			53,479
Balance, end of period	$	181,777		$	198,333
Average loans for period	$	8,791,542		$	9,299,984
Ratios:
Net charge-offs to average loans (annualized)		1.06	%		2.24	%
Provision for credit losses to average loans and leases, net of unearned income (annualized)		0.45	%		2.30	%
Allowance for credit losses to loans and leases, net of unearned income		2.08	%		2.15	%
Allowance for credit losses to net charge-offs (annualized)		194.70	%		95.24	%

Net charge-offs decreased $28.7 million, or 55.2%, in the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  Decreases in net charge-offs in the first quarter of 2012 contributed to a lower provision for credit losses of $10.0 million during the first quarter of 2012 compared to a provision of $53.5 million in the same quarter of 2011.   Annualized net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans and leases decreased to 1.06% for the first

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quarter of 2012 compared to 2.24% for the first quarter of 2011.  These decreases were primarily a result of decreased losses within the real estate construction, acquisition and development segment of the Company’s loan and lease portfolio.  The losses experienced in this segment were primarily a result of the weakened financial condition of the corresponding borrowers and guarantors.  These borrowers’ weakened state hindered their ability to service their loans with the Company, which caused a number of loans to become collateral dependent.  Once it is determined a loan’s repayment is dependent upon the underlying collateral, the loan is charged down to net realizable value or a specific reserve is allocated to the loan.  This process resulted in a decreased level of charge-offs in the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011 as updated appraisals came in closer to loan carrying values.  The decreased level of charge-offs resulted in an increase in the ratio of the allowance for credit losses to annualized charge-offs from 95.24% for the first quarter of 2011 to 194.70% for the first quarter of 2012.

The provision for credit losses decreased to $10.0 million for the first quarter of 2012 compared to $53.5 million in the first quarter of 2011.  The decrease in the provision for credit losses was a result of the decrease in net charge-offs, a decline in the formation of new non-accrual loans, including fewer loans being identified for impairment, continued stabilization in values of previously impaired loans, and a significant decrease in NPLs.

As of March 31, 2012, 83.4% of nonaccrual loans had been charged down to net realizable value or had specific reserves to reflect recent appraised values.  This resulted in impaired loans having an aggregate net book value of 70% of their contractual principal balance at March 31, 2012.  As of March 31, 2011, 91.4% of nonaccrual loans had been charged down to net realizable value or had specific reserves to reflect recent appraised values.  This resulted in impaired loans having an aggregate net book value of 68% of their contractual principal balance at March 31, 2011.  Non-accrual loans not impaired are loans not determined to be collaterally dependant.

The breakdown of the allowance by loan and lease category is based, in part, on evaluations of specific loan and lease histories and on economic conditions within specific industries or geographical areas.  Accordingly, because all of these conditions are subject to change, the allocation is not necessarily indicative of the breakdown of any future allowance or losses.  The following table presents (i) the breakdown of the allowance for credit losses by segment and class and (ii) the percentage of each segment and class in the loan and lease portfolio to total loans and leases at the dates indicated:

	March 31,										December 31,
	2012					2011					2011
	Allowance for Credit Losses		% of Total Loans and Leases			Allowance for Credit Losses		% of Total Loans and Leases			Allowance for Credit Losses		% of Total Loans and Leases
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	20,982		16.5	%	$	20,379		16.2	%	$	20,724		16.6	%
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		36,548		22.1	%		33,612		21.2	%		36,529		21.8	%
Home equity		8,228		5.7	%		7,692		5.7	%		8,630		5.8	%
Agricultural		3,386		2.9	%		4,447		2.7	%		3,921		2.7	%
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		20,642		14.7	%		29,924		14.2	%		21,929		14.6	%
Construction, acquisition and development		35,461		9.8	%		54,228		12.1	%		45,562		10.2	%
Commercial real estate		39,382		19.8	%		33,485		19.8	%		39,444		19.7	%
Credit cards		3,141		1.1	%		3,446		1.1	%		4,021		1.2	%
All other		14,007		7.4	%		11,120		7.0	%		14,358		7.4	%
Total	$	181,777		100.0	%	$	198,333		100.0	%	$	195,118		100.0	%

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Noninterest Revenue

The components of noninterest revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011 and the corresponding percentage changes are shown in the follow­ing tables:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011		% Change
	(Dollars in thousands)
Mortgage lending	$	15,142	$	7,581		99.7	%
Credit card, debit card and merchant fees		7,523		10,346		(27.3	)
Service charges		15,116		15,368		(1.6	)
Trust income		2,282		3,134		(27.2	)
Securities gains, net		74		17		335.3
Insurance commissions		23,153		22,549		2.7
Annuity fees		642		1,296		(50.5	)
Brokerage commissions and fees		1,438		1,638		(12.2	)
Bank-owned life insurance		2,613		1,699		53.8
Other miscellaneous income		4,377		4,683		(6.5	)
Total noninterest revenue	$	72,360	$	68,311		5.9	%

The Company’s revenue from mortgage lending typically fluctuates as mortgage interest rates change and is primarily attributable to two activities - origination and sale of new mortgage loans and servicing mortgage loans.  Since the Company does not hedge the change in fair value of its MSRs, mortgage revenue can be significantly affected by changes in the valuation of MSRs in changing interest rate environments.  The Company’s normal practice is to originate mortgage loans for sale in the secondary market and to either retain or release the associated MSRs with the loan sold.  The Company records MSRs at fair value on a recurring basis with subsequent remeasurement of MSRs based on change in fair value in accordance with FASB ASC 860, Transfers and Servicing.

In the course of conducting the Company’s mortgage lending activities of originating mortgage loans and selling those loans in the secondary market, various representations and warranties are made to the purchasers of the mortgage loans.  These representations and warranties also apply to underwriting the real estate appraisal opinion of value for the collateral securing these loans.  Under the representations and warranties, failure by the Company to comply with the underwriting and/or appraisal standards could result in the Company being required to repurchase the mortgage loan or to reimburse the investor for losses incurred (i.e., make whole requests) if such failure cannot be cured by the Company within the specified period following discovery.  During the first three months of 2012, seven mortgage loans totaling $1.1 million were repurchased or otherwise settled as a result of underwriting and appraisal standard exceptions or make whole requests.  A loss of approximately $127,000 was recognized related to these repurchased or make whole loans.  During the first three months of 2011, no mortgage loans were repurchased or otherwise settled as a result of underwriting and appraisal standard exceptions or make whole requests.  Therefore, no loss was recognized related to repurchased or make whole loans.

 At March 31, 2012, the Company had reserved approximately $959,000 for potential losses from representation and warranty obligations.  The reserve was based on the Company’s repurchase and loss trends, and quantitative and qualitative factors that may result in anticipated losses different than historical loss trends, including loan vintage, underwriting characteristics and macroeconomic trends.

Management believes that the Company’s foreclosure process related to mortgage loans continues to operate effectively.  A mortgage loan foreclosure committee of the Bank reviews all delinquent loans before beginning the foreclosure process.  All documents and activities related to the foreclosure process are executed in-house by mortgage department personnel.

Origination revenue, a component of mortgage lending revenue, is comprised of gains or losses from the sale of the mortgage loans originated, origination fees, underwriting fees and other fees associated with the origination of loans.  Mortgage loan origination volumes of $395.1 million and $202.8 million produced origination revenue of $9.7 million and $3.2 million for the quarters ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.  The

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 increase in mortgage origination revenue was a direct result of the increase in mortgage loan origination volumes for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.

Revenue from the servicing process, another component of mortgage lending revenue, includes fees from the actual servicing of loans.  Revenue from the servicing of loans was $3.5 million and $3.1 million for the quarters ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.  Changes in the fair value of the Company’s MSRs are generally a result of changes in mortgage interest rates from the previous reporting date.  An increase in mortgage interest rates typically results in an increase in the fair value of the MSRs while a decrease in mortgage interest rates typically results in a decrease in the fair value of MSRs.  The fair value of MSRs is also impacted by principal payments, prepayments and payoffs on loans in the servicing portfolio.  Decreases in value from principal payments, prepayments and payoffs were $1.7 million and $1.3 million for the quarters ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.  The Company does not hedge the change in fair value of its MSRs and is susceptible to significant fluctuations in their value in a changing interest rate environment.  Reflecting this sensitivity to interest rates, the fair value of MSRs increased $3.7 million and $2.5 million for the first quarter of 2012 and 2011, respectively.

The following tables present the Company’s mortgage lending operations for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012			2011			% Change
	(Dollars in thousands)
Production revenue:
Origination	$	9,720		$	3,224			201.5	%
Servicing		3,451			3,117			10.7
Payoffs/Paydowns		(1,726	)		(1,300	)		32.8
Total		11,445			5,041			127.0
MSR market value adjustment		3,697			2,540			45.6
Mortgage lending revenue	$	15,142		$	7,581			99.7	%
	(Dollars in millions)
Origination volume	$	395		$	203			94.6	%
Mortgage loans serviced at period-end	$	4,413		$	3,947			11.8	%

Credit card, debit card and merchant fees decreased for the comparable three-month periods as a result of the impact of the implementation of the Durbin Amendment with that decrease somewhat offset by the increase in the number and monetary volume of items processed.  As a result of the impact of the Durbin Amendment implementation, among other factors, debit card revenue decreased by $3.2 million for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  Management estimates that debit card revenue could be reduced in 2012 by approximately $13.0 million as a result of the impact of the Durbin Amendment.

Recent changes in banking regulations and, in particular, the Federal Reserve’s rules pertaining to certain overdraft payments on consumer accounts and the FDIC’s Overdraft Payment Programs and Consumer Protection Final Overdraft Payment Supervisory Guidance, resulted in a decrease in insufficient fund fees for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the first quarter of 2011.  However, service charges on deposit accounts, which include insufficient fund fees, remained stable for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, as the Company took steps to mitigate the impact of these new regulations on the Company’s service charge revenue by offering new deposit products to customers.

Trust income decreased by 27.2% for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011 primarily as a result of decreases in the assets under management or in custody.  Net security gains of approximately $74,000 for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012 were primarily a result of calls of available-for-sale securities.

Insurance commissions remained relatively stable for the comparable three-month periods.  Annuity fees decreased by 50.5% for the comparable three-month periods as a result of fewer annuity sales combined with reduced commissions on those sales.  Brokerage commissions and fees decreased by 12.2% for the comparable three-month periods as a result of the lower volume of transactions.  Bank-owned life insurance revenue increased

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53.8% for the comparable three-month periods as a result of the Company recording life insurance proceeds of approximately $872,000 during the first three months of 2012.  Other miscellaneous income, which includes safe deposit box rental income, gain or loss on disposal of assets, and other non-recurring revenue items, decreased 6.5% for the comparable three-month periods as a result of decreases in miscellaneous investment income.

 Noninterest Expense

The components of noninterest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011 and the corresponding percentage changes are shown in the follow­ing table:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011		% Change
	(Dollars in thousands)
Salaries and employee benefits	$	74,931	$	70,375		6.5	%
Occupancy, net		10,066		10,671		(5.7	)
Equipment		5,333		5,658		(5.7	)
Deposit insurance assessments		5,383		5,425		(0.8	)
Advertising		841		889		(5.4	)
Foreclosed property expense		8,409		7,082		18.7
Telecommunications		2,206		2,143		2.9
Public relations		1,466		1,514		(3.2	)
Data processing		2,764		2,301		20.1
Computer software		1,803		1,848		(2.4	)
Amortization of intangibles		763		854		(10.7	)
Legal fees		2,216		2,598		(14.7	)
Postage and shipping		1,255		1,297		(3.2	)
Other miscellaneous expense		18,244		17,355		5.1
Total noninterest expense	$	135,680	$	130,010		4.4	%

Salaries and employee benefits expense for the three months ended March 31, 2012 increased compared to the same period in 2011, primarily because of increased FICA taxes, employee benefits and incentive compensation.  Occupancy expense decreased for the comparable three-month periods primarily because of the effect of the closure of branch offices during 2011 under the Company’s branch optimization project.  Equipment expense decreased for the comparable three-month periods primarily because of decreased depreciation.  Deposit insurance assessments remained relatively stable for the comparable three-month periods.

Foreclosed property expense increased for the three months ended March 31, 2012 compared to the same period in 2011, as the Company experienced losses on the sale of foreclosed properties and increased other foreclosed property expenses as a result of the increase in the number of properties owned.  During the first three months of 2012, the Company added $10.8 million to other real estate owned through foreclosures.  Sales of other real estate owned in the first three months of 2012 were $11.8 million resulting in a net loss of approximately $770,000.  The components of foreclosed property expense for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011 and the percentage change between periods are shown in the following table:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011		% Change
	(Dollars in thousands)
Loss on sale of other real estate owned	$	770	$	492		56.5	%
Writedown of other real estate owned		4,992		4,936		1.1
Other foreclosed property expense		2,648		1,654		60.1
Total foreclosed property expense	$	8,410	$	7,082		18.8	%

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While the Company experienced some fluctuations in various components of other noninterest expense, including data processing, legal fees and amortization of intangibles, total noninterest expense remained relatively stable for the three months ended March 31, 2012, compared with the same period in 2011.

Income Tax

The Company recorded income tax expense of $9.4 million for the first quarter of 2012, compared to an income tax benefit of $5.2 million for the first quarter of 2011.  Because of the volatility on the Company’s earnings, the Company’s tax calculations were based on actual results of operations, including tax preference items through March 31, 2012.  The primary differences between the Company’s recorded expense for the first three months of 2012, and the expense that would have resulted from applying the U.S. statutory tax rate of 35% to the Company’s pre-tax income were primarily the effects of tax-exempt income and other tax preference items.

FINANCIAL CONDITION

The percentage of earning assets to total assets measures the effectiveness of management’s efforts to invest available funds into the most efficient and profitable uses.  Earning assets at March 31, 2012 were $12.1 billion, or 90.8% of total assets, compared with $11.8 billion, or 90.6% of total assets, at December 31, 2011.

Loans and Leases

The Bank’s loan and lease portfolio represents the largest single component of the Company’s earning asset base, comprising 73.5% of average earning assets during the first quarter of 2012.  The Bank’s lending activities include both commercial and consumer loans and leases.  Loan and lease originations are derived from a number of sources, including direct solicitation by the Bank’s loan officers, existing depositors and borrowers, builders, attorneys, walk-in customers and, in some instances, other lenders, real estate broker referrals and mortgage loan companies.  The Bank has established systematic procedures for approving and monitoring loans and leases that vary depending on the size and nature of the loan or lease, and applies these procedures in a disciplined manner.  The Company’s loans and leases are widely diversified by borrower and industry.  Loans and leases, net of unearned income, totaled $8.7 billion at March 31, 2012, representing a 1.5% decrease from $8.9 billion at December 31, 2011.  The decrease in loans and leases, net of unearned income, was primarily a result of continued low loan demand in the markets served by the Company; however, the Company was able to replace some loan runoff with new loan production, particularly out of its Texas and Louisiana markets.

The following table shows the composition of the Company’s gross loans and leases by segment and class at the dates indicated:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	1,452,492	$	1,497,380	$	1,484,967
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		1,937,997		1,958,367		1,945,190
Home equity		501,331		531,406		514,362
Agricultural		256,683		250,393		239,487
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,287,542		1,316,824		1,301,575
Construction, acquisition and development		858,110		1,117,335		908,362
Commercial real estate		1,742,001		1,831,226		1,754,022
Credit cards		100,527		100,732		106,281
All other		640,855		651,946		657,012
Total	$	8,777,538	$	9,255,609	$	8,911,258

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The following table shows the Company’s net loans and leases by segment, class and geographical location as of March 31, 2012:

	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	56,958	$	165,503	$	333,153	$	51,881	$	16,991	$	78,288	$	249,569	$	489,384	$	1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		108,285		270,476		757,160		55,566		82,585		166,615		444,094		53,216		1,937,997
Home equity		57,995		39,922		170,628		24,849		67,484		75,894		62,253		2,306		501,331
Agricultural		5,775		83,839		72,900		3,937		9,262		13,199		62,470		5,301		256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		114,985		166,065		453,201		68,002		95,874		95,133		244,967		49,315		1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development		104,362		69,566		244,459		48,115		95,198		92,608		185,781		18,021		858,110
Commercial real estate		203,365		342,591		342,816		219,999		115,186		101,142		362,700		54,202		1,742,001
Credit cards		-		-		-		-		-		-		-		100,527		100,527
All other		31,347		88,646		195,309		5,662		57,105		47,204		95,521		91,211		612,005
Total	$	683,072	$	1,226,608	$	2,569,626	$	478,011	$	539,685	$	670,083	$	1,707,355	$	863,483	$	8,737,923
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

The maturity distribution of the Bank’s loan portfolio is one factor in management’s evaluation by collateral type of the risk characteristics of the loan and lease portfolio.  The following table shows the maturity distribution of the Company’s loans and leases, net of unearned income, as of March 31, 2012:

	Past Due		One Year or Less		One to Five Years		After Five Years		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	12,456	$	896,434	$	406,214	$	126,623	$	1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		6,109		413,498		1,183,284		335,106		1,937,997
Home equity		190		108,865		392,236		40		501,331
Agricultural		542		73,538		132,972		49,631		256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		6,900		235,133		741,990		303,519		1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development		22,307		473,967		333,779		28,057		858,110
Commercial real estate		6,672		357,970		1,165,378		211,981		1,742,001
Credit cards		-		100,527		-		-		100,527
All other		405		220,377		340,460		50,763		612,005
Total	$	55,581	$	2,880,309	$	4,696,313	$	1,105,720	$	8,737,923

Commercial and Industrial - Commercial and industrial loans are loans and leases to finance business operations, equipment and owner-occupied facilities primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises. These include both lines of credit for terms of one year or less and term loans which are amortized over the useful life of the assets financed. Personal guarantees are generally required for these loans. Also included in this category are loans to finance agricultural production and business credit card lines.  Commercial and industrial loans outstanding remained stable during the first three months of 2012, decreasing by 2.2% compared to December 31, 2011.

Real Estate – Consumer Mortgages - Consumer mortgages are first- or second-lien loans to consumers secured by a primary residence or second home. These loans are generally amortized over terms up to 15 or 20 years with maturities of three to five years.  The loans are generally secured by properties located within the local market area of the community bank which originates and services the loan. These loans are underwritten in accordance with the Bank’s general loan policies and procedures which require, among other things, proper documentation of each borrower’s financial condition, satisfactory credit history and property value. Consumer mortgages outstanding remained stable during the first three months of 2012, decreasing by 0.4% compared to December 31, 2011.  In addition to loans originated through the Bank’s branches, the Bank originates and services consumer mortgages sold in the secondary market which are underwritten and closed pursuant to investor and agency guidelines.  The Bank’s exposure to sub-prime mortgages is minimal.

Real Estate – Home Equity - Home equity loans include revolving credit lines which are secured by a first or second lien on a borrower’s residence. Each loan is underwritten individually by lenders who specialize in home equity lending and must conform to Bank lending policies and procedures for consumer loans as to borrower’s financial condition, ability to repay, satisfactory credit history and the condition and value of collateral. Properties securing home equity loans are generally located in the local market area of the Bank branch or office originating

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 and servicing the loan.  The Bank has not purchased home equity loans from brokers or other lending institutions.  Home equity loans outstanding decreased 2.5% during the first three months of 2012.

Real Estate – Agricultural - Agricultural loans include loans to purchase agricultural land and production lines secured by farm land.  Agricultural loans outstanding increased 7.2% during the first three months of 2012.

Real Estate – Commercial and Industrial-Owner Occupied - Commercial and industrial-owner occupied loans include loans secured by business facilities to finance business operations, equipment and owner-occupied facilities primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises. These include both lines of credit for terms of one year or less and term loans which are amortized over the useful life of the assets financed. Personal guarantees are generally required for these loans.  Commercial and industrial-owner occupied loans remained stable during the first three months of 2012 decreasing 1.1%.

Real Estate – Construction, Acquisition and Development - Construction, acquisition and development loans include both loans and credit lines for the purpose of purchasing, carrying and developing land into commercial developments or residential subdivisions.  Also included are loans and lines for construction of residential, multi-family and commercial buildings. These loans are often structured with interest reserves to fund interest costs during the construction and development period.  Additionally, certain loans are structured with interest only terms.  The Bank primarily engages in construction and development lending only in local markets served by its branches. The weakened economy and housing market has negatively impacted builders and developers in particular.  Sales of finished houses slowed during 2009 and activity has remained slow since then, which has resulted in lower demand for residential lots and development land.  The Company curtailed the origination of new construction, acquisition and development loans significantly during 2009 and the Company has continued to maintain that strategy.  Construction, acquisition and development loans decreased 5.5% during the first three months of 2012.

The underwriting process for construction, acquisition and development loans with interest reserves is essentially the same as that for a loan without interest reserves and may include analysis of borrower and guarantor financial strength, market demand for the proposed project, experience and success with similar projects, property values, time horizon for project completion and the availability of permanent financing once the project is completed.  Construction, acquisition and development loans, with or without interest reserves, are inspected periodically to ensure that the project is on schedule and eligible for requested draws.  Inspections may be performed by construction inspectors hired by the Company or by appropriate loan officers and are done periodically to monitor the progress of a particular project.  These inspections may also include discussions with project managers and engineers.  For performing construction, acquisition and development loans, interest is generally recognized as interest income as it is earned.  Non-performing construction, acquisition and development loans are placed on non-accrual status and interest income is not recognized, except in those situations where principal is expected to be received in full.  In such situations, interest income is recognized as payment is received.

At March 31, 2012, the Company had $26.7 million in construction, acquisition and development loans that provided for the use of interest reserves with approximately $198,000 recognized as interest income during the first quarter of 2012.  The amount of construction, acquisition and development loans with interest reserves that were on non-accrual status was $2.2 million at March 31, 2012.  Interest income is not recognized on construction, acquisition and development loans with interest reserves that are in non-accrual status.  Loans with interest reserves normally have a budget that includes the various cost components involved in the project. Interest is such a cost, along with hard and other soft costs.  The Company’s policy is to allow interest reserves only during the construction phase.

So that interest capitalization is appropriate, interest reserves are not included for any renewal period after construction is completed or otherwise ceases, requiring borrowers to make interest payments no less than quarterly.  Loans for which construction is complete, or has ceased, and where interest payments are not made on a timely basis are usually considered non-performing and are placed in nonaccrual status.  Procedures are in place to restrict the structuring of a loan with terms that do not require performance until the end of the loan term, as well as to restrict the advancement of funds to keep a loan from becoming non-performing with any such advancement identified as a TDR.

On a case-by-case basis, a construction, acquisition and development loan may be extended, renewed or restructured.  Loans are sometimes extended for a short period of time (generally 90 days or less) beyond the contractual maturity to facilitate negotiations or allow the borrower to gain other financing or acquire more recent note-related information, such as appraisals or borrower financial statements.  These short-term extensions are not ordinarily accounted for as TDRs if the loan and project are performing in accordance with the terms of the loan agreement and/or promissory note.  Construction, acquisition and development loans may be renewed when the

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borrower has satisfied the terms and conditions of the original loan, including payment of interest, and when management believes that the borrower is able to continue to meet the terms of the renewed note during the renewal period.  Many loans are structured to mature at the conclusion of the construction or development period or at least annually.  If concessions are granted to a borrower as a result of its financial difficulties, the loan is classified as a TDR and analyzed for impairment.

The Bank’s real estate risk management group is responsible for reviewing and approving the structure and classification of all construction, acquisition and development loan renewals and modifications above a threshold of $500,000.  The analysis performed by the real estate risk management group may include the review of updated appraisals, borrower and guarantor financial condition, construction status and proposed loan structure.  If the new terms of the loan meet the criteria of a TDR as set out in FASB ASC 310, the loan is identified as such.

Each construction, acquisition and development loan is underwritten to address: (i) the desirability of the project, its market viability and projected absorption period; (ii) the creditworthiness of the borrower and the guarantor as to liquidity, cash flow and assets available to ensure performance of the loan; (iii) equity contribution to the project; (iv) the developer’s experience and success with similar projects; and (v) the value of the collateral.

The construction, acquisition and development portfolio may be further categorized by risk characteristics into the following six categories: commercial acquisition and development, residential acquisition and development, multi-family construction, one-to-four family construction, commercial construction and recreation and all other loans.  Construction, acquisition and development loans were $858.1 million at March 31, 2012 and $908.4 million at December 31, 2011.  The following table shows the Company’s construction, acquisition and development portfolio by geographical location at March 31, 2012:

Real Estate Construction, Acquisition and Development	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
Performing:	(In thousands)
Multi-family construction	$	2,634	$	-	$	11	$	-	$	-	$	675	$	1,363	$	-	$	4,683
One-to-four family construction		22,592		12,405		40,876		3,784		7,584		26,088		32,620		580		146,529
Recreation and all other loans		1,735		8,896		31,632		562		2,349		657		16,343		-		62,174
Commercial construction		14,319		5,788		36,794		1,466		9,093		16,860		29,658		3,516		117,494
Commercial acquisition and development		11,290		16,320		51,175		12,447		24,262		12,341		31,532		5,977		165,344
Residential acquisition and development		31,196		20,455		76,039		16,043		27,636		20,121		42,993		6,050		240,533
Total	$	83,766	$	63,864	$	236,527	$	34,302	$	70,924	$	76,742	$	154,509	$	16,123	$	736,757
Non-performing:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		4,391		298		852		3,003		1,996		1,942		270		-		12,752
Recreation and all other loans		-		41		-		-		825		188		179		-		1,233
Commercial construction		44		142		-		1,153		-		2,745		595		-		4,679
Commercial acquisition and development		2,615		72		1,466		2,571		7,966		4,378		7,371		-		26,439
Residential acquisition and development		13,546		5,149		5,614		7,086		13,487		6,613		22,857		1,898		76,250
Total	$	20,596	$	5,702	$	7,932	$	13,813	$	24,274	$	15,866	$	31,272	$	1,898	$	121,353
Total:
Multi-family construction	$	2,634	$	-	$	11	$	-	$	-	$	675	$	1,363	$	-	$	4,683
One-to-four family construction		26,983		12,703		41,728		6,787		9,580		28,030		32,890		580		159,281
Recreation and all other loans		1,735		8,937		31,632		562		3,174		845		16,522		-		63,407
Commercial construction		14,363		5,930		36,794		2,619		9,093		19,605		30,253		3,516		122,173
Commercial acquisition and development		13,905		16,392		52,641		15,018		32,228		16,719		38,903		5,977		191,783
Residential acquisition and development		44,742		25,604		81,653		23,129		41,123		26,734		65,850		7,948		316,783
Total	$	104,362	$	69,566	$	244,459	$	48,115	$	95,198	$	92,608	$	185,781	$	18,021	$	858,110
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

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The following table shows the maturity distribution of the Company’s construction, acquisition and development portfolio as of March 31, 2012:

Real Estate Construction, Acquisition and Development	Past Due		One Year or Less		One to Five Years		After Five Years		Total
Outstanding loan balances:	(In thousands)
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	4,672	$	11	$	-	$	4,683
One-to-four family construction		2,462		142,079		14,222		518		159,281
Recreation and all other loans		146		9,124		47,880		6,257		63,407
Commercial construction		2,049		34,993		71,914		13,217		122,173
Commercial acquisition and development		9,293		81,798		97,856		2,836		191,783
Residential acquisition and development		8,357		201,301		101,896		5,229		316,783
Total	$	22,307	$	473,967	$	333,779	$	28,057	$	858,110
Non-accrual loans:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		1,343		8,695		1,574		341		11,953
Recreation and all other loans		-		367		19		-		386
Commercial construction		595		2,921		186		-		3,702
Commercial acquisition and development		5,415		15,607		2,442		-		23,464
Residential acquisition and development		7,994		62,823		5,327		-		76,144
Total	$	15,347	$	90,413	$	9,548	$	341	$	115,649

As of March 31, 2012, approximately 55.2% of the loans included in the construction, acquisition and development portfolio were scheduled to mature within one year.  Many of these maturities are expected to occur prior to the completion of the related projects; and it is therefore expected that these loans will be renewed for an additional period of time. The Company’s loan policy requires that updated appraisals from qualified third party appraisers be obtained for any real estate loan renewed for loans over $250,000. If the borrower is experiencing financial difficulties, and the renewal is made with concessions, the loan is considered to be a TDR. These TDRs are tested for impairment by assessing the estimated disposal value of the collateral from the recent appraisal or by assessing the present value of the discounted cash flows expected on these loans.

The following table presents the activity in the construction, acquisition and development nonaccrual loans for the three-months ended March 31, 2012:

	(In thousands)
Balance at January 1, 2012	$	133,110
Additions to CAD nonaccruals
Formation of new nonaccrual loans		5,662
Reductions in CAD nonaccruals
Charge-offs		(11,389	)
Foreclosures to OREO		(3,046	)
Payments		(10,093	)
Transfers to accrual status		(546	)
Transfer (to) from  other loan category		1,951
Balance at March 31, 2012	$	115,649

The five largest credits that make up the construction, acquisition and development nonaccrual loan balance at March 31, 2012 are located throughout the Company’s geographical locations and are in various stages of development and maturity.  The five largest credits make up 22.8% of the total construction, acquisition and development nonaccrual loan balance at March 31, 2012.

Real Estate – Commercial - Commercial loans include loans to finance income-producing commercial and multi-family properties.  Lending in this category is generally limited to properties located in the Bank’s trade area with only limited exposure to properties located elsewhere but owned by in-market borrowers. Loans in this category include loans for neighborhood retail centers, medical and professional offices, single retail stores, warehouses and apartments leased generally to local businesses and residents. The underwriting of these loans takes

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into consideration the occupancy and rental rates as well as the financial health of the borrower.  The Bank’s exposure to national retail tenants is minimal.  The Bank has not purchased commercial real estate loans from brokers or third-party originators.  Commercial loans remained stable during the first three months of 2012, decreasing 0.7% compared to December 31, 2011.

Credit Cards - Credit cards include consumer and business MasterCard and Visa accounts.  The Bank offers credit cards primarily to its deposit and loan customers.  Credit card balances decreased 5.4% during the first three months of 2012.

All Other - All other loans and leases include consumer installment loans and loans and leases to state, county and municipal governments and non-profit agencies. Consumer installment loans and leases include term loans of up to five years secured by automobiles, boats and recreational vehicles.  The Bank offers lease financing for vehicles and heavy equipment to state, county and municipal governments and medical equipment to healthcare providers across the southern states.  All other loan and lease balances decreased 2.4% during the first three months of 2012.

NPLs consist of non-accrual loans and leases, loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing, and accruing loans and leases that have been restructured (primarily in the form of reduced interest rates and modified payment terms) because of the borrower’s or guarantor’s weakened financial condition or bankruptcy proceedings.  The Bank’s policy provides that loans and leases are generally placed in non-accrual status if, in management’s opinion, payment in full of principal or interest is not expected or payment of principal or interest is more than 90 days past due, unless the loan or lease is both well-secured and in the process of collection.  The Bank’s NPAs consist of NPLs and other real estate owned, which consists of foreclosed properties.  The Bank's NPAs, which are carried either in the loan account or other real estate owned on the consolidated balance sheets, depending on foreclosure status, were as follows as of the dates presented:

	March 31,						December 31,
	2012			2011			2011
	(Dollars in thousands)
Non-accrual loans and leases	$	253,227		$	370,726		$	276,798
Loans 90 days or more past due, still accruing		1,698			4,829			3,434
Restructured loans and leases, still accruing		30,311			49,472			42,018
Total NPLs		285,236			425,027			322,250
Other real estate owned		167,808			136,412			173,805
Total NPAs	$	453,044		$	561,439		$	496,055
NPLs to net loans and leases		3.26	%		4.61	%		3.63	%
NPAs to net loans and leases		5.18	%		6.09	%		5.59	%

NPLs decreased 11.5% to $285.2 million at March 31, 2012 compared to $322.3 million at December 31, 2011 and decreased 32.9% compared to $425.0 million at March 31, 2011.  Included in NPLs at March 31, 2012 were $211.1 million of loans that were impaired.  These impaired loans had a specific reserve of $25.5 million included in the allowance for credit losses of $181.8 million at March 31, 2012, and were net of $55.4 million in partial charge-downs previously taken on these impaired loans.  NPLs at December 31, 2011 included $234.9 million of loans that were impaired.  These impaired loans had a specific reserve of $39.7 million included in the allowance for credit losses of $195.1 million at December 31, 2011.  NPLs at March 31, 2011 included $338.8 million of loans that were impaired.  These impaired loans had a specific reserve of $49.4 million included in the allowance for credit losses of $198.3 million at March 31, 2011.

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The following table provides additional details related to the Company’s NPLs and the allowance for credits losses at the dates indicated:

	March 31,						December 31,
	2012			2011			2011
	(Dollars in thousands)
Unpaid principal balance of impaired loans	$	266,483		$	423,497		$	287,099
Cumulative charge offs on impaired loans		55,371			84,676			52,176
Outstanding balance of impaired loans		211,112			338,821			234,923
Other non-accrual loans and leases not impaired		42,115			31,905			41,875
Total non-accrual loans and leases	$	253,227		$	370,726		$	276,798
Allowance for impaired loans		25,546			49,419			39,708
Nonaccrual loans and leases, net of specific reserves	$	227,681		$	321,307		$	237,090
Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing		1,698			4,829			3,434
Restructured loans and leases, still accruing		30,311			49,472			42,018
Total non-performing loans and leases	$	285,236		$	425,027		$	322,250
Allowance for impaired loans	$	25,546		$	49,419		$	39,708
Allowance for all other loans and leases		156,231			148,914			155,410
Total allowance for credit losses	$	181,777		$	198,333		$	195,118
Outstanding balance of impaired loans	$	211,112		$	338,821		$	234,923
Allowance for impaired loans		25,546			49,419			39,708
Net book value of impaired loans	$	185,566		$	289,402		$	195,215
Net book value of impaired loans as a % of unpaid principal balance		70	%		68	%		68	%
Coverage of other non-accrual loans and leases not impaired by the allowance for all other loans and leases		371	%		467	%		371	%
Coverage of non-performing loans and leases not impaired by the allowance for all other loans and leases		211	%		173	%		178	%

Non-accrual loans at March 31, 2012 reflected a decrease of $23.6 million, or 8.5%, compared to December 30, 2011 and a decrease of $117.5 million, or 31.7%, compared to March 31, 2011.  The Bank’s NPL levels over the past several years have been reflective of the continuing effects of the prevailing economic environment on the Bank’s loan portfolio, as a significant portion of the prior increases in the Bank’s NPLs was attributable to problems developing for established customers with real estate related loans, particularly residential construction and development loans, primarily in the Bank’s more urban markets. These problems resulted primarily from the decreased liquidity of certain borrowers and third party guarantors, as well as the declines in appraised real estate values for loans which became collateral dependent during the past two years and certain other borrower specific factors.  The decrease in non-accrual loans was primarily recognized in the real estate construction, acquisition and development portfolio as non-accrual loans related to this portfolio decreased $17.5

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million, or 13.1%, to $115.6 million at March 31, 2012 compared to $133.1 million at December 31, 2011 and decreased $109.2 million, or 48.6%, compared to $224.8 million at March 31, 2011.

Of the Bank’s construction, acquisition and development loans, which totaled $858.1 million at March 31, 2012, $292.2 million represented loans made by the Bank’s locations in Alabama, Texas, Louisiana and Tennessee, including the greater Memphis, Tennessee area, a portion of which is in northwest Mississippi and Arkansas.  Residential acquisition and development loans were the largest component of the Bank’s construction, acquisition and development loans and totaled $316.8 million at March 31, 2012 with 56.3% of such loans made by the Bank’s locations in Alabama, Texas, Louisiana and Tennessee.  These areas have experienced a higher incidence of NPLs, primarily as a result of a severe downturn in the housing market in these regions.  Of the Bank’s total NPLs of $285.2 million at March 31, 2012, $169.1 million, or 59.3%, were loans made within these markets.  These markets continue to be affected by high inventories of unsold homes, unsold lots and undeveloped land intended for use as housing developments.  Unlike the Bank’s NPL concentrations in Alabama, Texas, Louisiana and Tennessee which have been affected by the severe downturn in the housing market, the Bank’s NPLs in Missouri are generally a result of borrowers experiencing financial difficulties, or difficulties with a specific project, rather than problems more associated with product types in specific geographic areas.  The Bank’s NPLs in Missouri are represented by fewer and larger individual credits in the construction, acquisition and development and commercial real estate classes, some of which pre-date the Bank’s acquisition of The Signature Bank in 2007.  The following table presents the NPLs by geographical location at March 31, 2012:

	Outstanding		90+ Days Past Due still Accruing		Non-accruing Loans		Restructured Loans, still accruing		NPLs		NPLs as a % of Outstanding
	(Dollars in thousands)
Alabama and Florida Panhandle	$	683,072	$	-	$	48,028	$	1,474	$	49,502		7.2	%
Arkansas*		1,226,608		90		19,967		2,957		23,014		1.9
Mississippi*		2,569,626		11		34,288		4,999		39,298		1.5
Missouri		478,011		-		27,361		10,760		38,121		8.0
Greater Memphis Area		539,685		-		35,683		1,078		36,761		6.8
Tennessee*		670,083		-		29,654		4,781		34,435		5.1
Texas and Louisiana		1,707,355		-		47,345		1,048		48,393		2.8
Other		863,483		1,597		10,901		3,214		15,712		1.8
Total	$	8,737,923	$	1,698	$	253,227	$	30,311	$	285,236		3.3	%
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

Other real estate owned increased by $31.4 million to $167.8 million at March 31, 2012 compared to $136.4 million at March 31, 2011, with the increase reflecting the increased borrower defaults in the residential real estate sector in certain of the Bank’s markets, resulting in increased foreclosures.  Other real estate owned decreased during the first three months of 2012, as writedowns on existing other real estate owned properties decreased $3.7 million during the first quarter of 2012.  Writedowns were the result of continuing processes to value these properties at fair value.  The Bank recorded losses from the loans that were secured by these foreclosed properties in the allowance for credit losses at the time of foreclosure.

The ultimate impact of the economic downturn on the Company’s financial condition and results of operations will depend on its severity and duration.  Continued weakness in the economy could adversely affect the Bank’s volume of NPLs. The Bank will continue to focus on improving and enhancing existing processes related to the early identification and resolution of potential credit problems.  Loans identified as meeting the criteria set out in FASB ASC 310 are identified as TDRs.  The concessions granted most frequently for TDRs involve reductions or delays in required payments of principal and/or interest for a specified time, the rescheduling of payments in accordance with a bankruptcy plan or the charge-off of a portion of the loan.  In most cases, the conditions of the credit also warrant non-accrual status, even after the restructure occurs.  TDR loans may be returned to accrual status in years after the restructure if there has been at least a six-month sustained period of repayment performance under the restructured loan terms by the borrower and the interest rate at the time of restructure was at or above market for a comparable loan.  For reporting purposes, if a restructured loan is 90 days or more past due or has been placed in non-accrual status, the restructured loan is included in the loans 90 days or more past due category or the non-accrual loan category of NPAs.  Total restructured loans were $90.2 million and $104.7 million at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively.  Restructured loans of $59.8 million and $62.7 million were included in the non-accrual loan category at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively.

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At March 31, 2012, the Company did not have any concentration of loans or leases in excess of 10% of total loans and leases outstanding which were not otherwise disclosed as a category of loans or leases.  Loan concentrations are considered to exist when there are amounts loaned to multiple borrowers engaged in similar activities which would cause them to be similarly impacted by economic or other conditions.  The Bank conducts business in a geographically concentrated area and has a significant amount of loans secured by real estate to borrowers in varying activities and businesses, but does not consider these factors alone in identifying loan concentrations.  The ability of the Bank’s borrowers to repay loans is somewhat dependent upon the economic conditions prevailing in the Bank’s market areas.

The Company utilizes an internal loan classification system to grade loans according to certain credit quality indicators.  These credit quality indicators include, but are not limited to, recent credit performance, delinquency, liquidity, cash flows, debt coverage ratios, collateral type and loan-to-value ratio.  The following table provides details of the Company’s loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by segment, class and internally assigned grade at March 31, 2012:

	Pass		Special Mention		Substandard		Doubtful		Loss		Impaired		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	1,376,983	$	6,449	$	47,783	$	4,159	$	247	$	6,106	$	1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		1,729,187		23,918		151,679		4,351		446		28,416		1,937,997
Home equity		476,300		2,793		19,626		754		275		1,583		501,331
Agricultural		229,865		1,936		21,763		20		-		3,099		256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,151,368		24,662		83,041		230		89		28,152		1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development		601,396		22,939		121,556		956		-		111,263		858,110
Commercial real estate		1,491,021		47,535		171,891		72		-		31,482		1,742,001
Credit Cards		100,527		-		-		-		-		-		100,527
All other		575,399		16,685		18,222		678		10		1,011		612,005
Total	$	7,732,046	$	146,917	$	635,561	$	11,220	$	1,067	$	211,112	$	8,737,923

In the normal course of business, management becomes aware of possible credit problems in which borrowers exhibit potential for the inability to comply with the contractual terms of their loans and leases, but which currently do not yet meet the criteria for disclosure as NPLs.  However, based upon past experiences, some of these loans and leases with potential weaknesses will ultimately be restructured or placed in non-accrual status.  At March 31, 2012, the Bank had $9.2 million of potential problem loans or leases or loans and leases with potential weaknesses that were not included in the non-accrual loans and leases or in the loans 90 days or more past due categories.  These loans or leases are included in the above rated categories.  Loans with identified weaknesses based upon analysis of the credit quality indicators are included in the loans 90 days or more past due category or in the non-accrual loan and lease category which would include impaired loans.

The following table provides details regarding the aging of the Company’s loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by internally assigned grade at March 31, 2012:

	Current		30-59 Days Past Due		60-89 Days Past Due		90+ Days Past Due		Total
	(In thousands)
Pass	$	7,720,484	$	9,749	$	1,813	$	-	$	7,732,046
Special Mention		145,010		843		1,064		-		146,917
Substandard		602,812		13,890		5,141		13,718		635,561
Doubtful		8,754		728		236		1,502		11,220
Loss		504		259		67		237		1,067
Impaired		154,958		10,949		2,951		42,254		211,112
Total	$	8,632,522	$	36,418	$	11,272	$	57,711	$	8,737,923

While increases were realized in the Special Mention and Doubtful categories, the Substandard and Impaired categories decreased at March 31, 2012 compared to December 31, 2011.  Of the $146.9 million of Special Mention loans and leases, 98.7% remained current as to scheduled repayment of principal and interest, with no loans or leases having outstanding balances that were 90 days or more past due at March 31, 2012.  Of the $635.6 million of Substandard loans and leases, 94.8% remained current as to scheduled repayment of principal and interest, with only 2.2% having outstanding balances that were 90 days or more past due at March 31, 2012.  Of the

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$211.1 million of Impaired loans and leases, 73.4% remained current as to scheduled repayment of principal and interest, with 20.0% having outstanding balances that were 90 days or more past due at March 31, 2012.

Collateral for some of the Bank’s loans and leases is subject to fair value evaluations that fluctuate with market conditions and other external factors.  In addition, while the Bank has certain underwriting obligations related to such evaluations, the evaluations of some real property and other collateral are dependent upon third-party independent appraisers employed either by the Bank’s customers or as independent contractors of the Bank.  During the current economic cycle, some subsequent fair value appraisals have reported lower values than were originally reported.  These declining collateral values could impact future losses and recoveries.

The following table provides additional details related to the make-up of the Company’s loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, and the distribution of NPLs at March 31, 2012:

Loans and leases, net of unearned income	Outstanding		90+ Days Past Due still Accruing		Non-accruing Loans		Restructured Loans, still accruing		NPLs		NPLs as a % of Outstanding
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	1,441,727	$	10	$	11,025	$	1,445	$	12,480		0.9	%
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		1,937,997		1,314		46,562		4,349		52,225		2.7
Home equity		501,331		-		2,687		-		2,687		0.5
Agricultural		256,683		-		4,254		-		4,254		1.7
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,287,542		-		32,842		4,251		37,093		2.9
Construction, acquisition and development		858,110		-		115,649		5,704		121,353		14.1
Commercial real estate		1,742,001		-		35,715		11,129		46,844		2.7
Credit cards		100,527		228		509		2,323		3,060		3.0
All other		612,005		146		3,984		1,110		5,240		0.9
Total	$	8,737,923	$	1,698	$	253,227	$	30,311	$	285,236		3.3	%

The following table provides additional details related to the make-up of the Company’s real estate construction, acquisition and development loan class and the distribution of NPLs at March 31, 2012:

Real Estate Construction, Acquisition and Development	Outstanding		90+ Days Past Due still Accruing		Non-accruing Loans		Restructured Loans, still accruing		NPLs		NPLs as a % of Outstanding
	(Dollars in thousands)
Multi-family construction	$	4,683	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-		-	%
One-to-four family construction		159,281		-		11,953		799		12,752		8.0
Recreation and all other loans		63,407		-		386		847		1,233		1.9
Commercial construction		122,173		-		3,702		977		4,679		3.8
Commercial acquisition and development		191,783		-		23,464		2,975		26,439		13.8
Residential acquisition and development		316,783		-		76,144		106		76,250		24.1
Total	$	858,110	$	-	$	115,649	$	5,704	$	121,353		14.1	%

Securities

The Company uses the Bank’s securities portfolios to make various term invest­ments, to provide a source of liquidity and to serve as collateral to secure certain types of deposits. Available-for-sale securities were $2.6 billion at March 31, 2012 compared to $2.5 billion at December 31, 2011.  Available-for-sale securities, which are subject to possible sale, are recorded at fair value.  At March 31, 2012, the Company held no securities whose decline in fair value was considered other than temporary.

The following table shows the available-for-sale securities portfolio by credit rating as obtained from Moody’s rating service as of March 31, 2012:

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	Amortized Cost					Estimated Fair Value
	Amount		%			Amount		%
Available-for-sale Securities:	(Dollars in thousands)
Aaa	$	2,000,345		79.6	%	$	2,036,662		79.1	%
Aa1 to Aa3		212,486		8.5	%		223,736		8.7	%
A1 to A3		27,961		1.1	%		28,648		1.1	%
Baa1 to Baa2		7,587		0.3	%		7,866		0.3	%
Ba1 to Ba3		975		-			976		-
Caa1		66		-			131		-
Not rated (1)		263,427		10.5	%		275,516		10.8	%
Total	$	2,512,847		100.0	%	$	2,573,535		100.0	%
(1) Not rated securities primarily consist of Mississippi and Arkansas municipal bonds.

Of the securities not rated by Moody’s, bonds with a book value of $87.0 million and a market value of $91.9 million were rated A- or better by Standard and Poor’s.

Goodwill

The Company’s policy is to assess goodwill for impairment at the reporting segment level on an annual basis or sooner if an event occurs or circumstances change which indicate that the fair value of a reporting unit is below its carrying amount.  Impairment is the condition that exists when the carrying amount of goodwill exceeds its implied fair value.  Accounting standards require management to estimate the fair value of each reporting segment in assessing impairment at least annually.  The Company’s annual assessment date is during the Company’s fourth quarter.  No events occurred during the first quarter of 2012 that indicated the necessity of an earlier goodwill impairment assessment.

In the current environment, forecasting cash flows, credit losses and growth in addition to valuing the Company’s assets with any degree of assurance is very difficult and subject to significant changes over very short periods of time.  Management will continue to update its analysis as circumstances change.  As market conditions continue to be volatile and unpredictable, impairment of goodwill related to the Company’s reporting segments may be necessary in future periods.  Goodwill was $271.3 million at both March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011.

Other Real Estate Owned

Other real estate owned totaled $167.8 million and $173.8 million at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively.  Other real estate owned at March 31, 2012 had aggregate loan balances at the time of foreclosure of $230.3 million.  Other real estate owned at December 31, 2011 had aggregate loan balances at time of foreclosure of $319.1 million.  The following table presents the other real estate owned by segment, class and geographical location at March 31, 2012:

	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	423	$	16	$	-	$	-	$	821	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	1,260
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		3,505		615		2,970		-		4,713		3,523		111		3,377		18,814
Home equity		-		26		22		-		586		141		-		-		775
Agricultural		902		-		730		-		1,164		2,371		-		-		5,167
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,564		656		2,583		2,113		1,829		164		174		291		9,374
Construction, acquisition and development		16,179		1,766		25,510		1,965		46,007		19,458		2,630		-		113,515
Commercial real estate		3,557		1,744		3,241		307		7,318		-		233		579		16,979
All other		209		83		990		117		437		-		55		33		1,924
Total	$	26,339	$	4,906	$	36,046	$	4,502	$	62,875	$	25,657	$	3,203	$	4,280	$	167,808
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

Because of the relatively high number of the Bank’s NPLs that have been determined to be collaterally dependent, management expects the resolution of a significant number of these loans to necessitate foreclosure proceedings resulting in a further increase in other real estate owned.  While management expects future foreclosure activity in virtually all loan categories, the magnitude of nonperforming loans in the construction, acquisition and development portfolio indicated that a majority of additions to OREO in the near-term will be from that category.

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At the time of foreclosure, the fair value of construction, acquisition and development properties is typically determined by an appraisal performed by a third party appraiser holding professional certifications.  Such appraisals are then reviewed and evaluated by the Company’s internal appraisal group.  A disposition value appraisal using a 180-360 day marketing period is typically ordered and the OREO is recorded at the time of foreclosure at its disposition value less estimated selling costs.  For residential subdivisions that are not completed, the appraisals reflect the uncompleted status of the subdivision.

To ensure that OREO is carried at the lower of cost or fair value less estimated selling costs on an ongoing basis, new appraisals are obtained on at least an annual basis and the OREO carrying values are adjusted accordingly.  The type of appraisals typically used for these periodic reappraisals are Restricted Use Appraisals, meaning the appraisal is for client use only.   Other indications of fair value are also used to ensure that OREO is carried at the lower of cost or fair value.  These would include listing the property with a broker and acceptance of an offer to purchase from a third party.  If a parcel of OREO is listed with a broker at an amount less than the current carrying value, the carrying value is immediately adjusted to reflect the list price less estimated selling costs and if an offer to purchase is accepted at a price less that the current carrying value, the carrying value is immediately adjusted to reflect that sales price, less estimated selling costs.  The majority of the properties in OREO are actively marketed using a combination of real estate brokers, bank staff who are familiar with the particular properties and/or third parties.

Deposits and Other Interest-Bearing Liabilities

Deposits originating within the communities served by the Bank continue to be the Bank’s primary source of funding its earning assets.  The Company has been able to compete effectively for deposits in its primary market areas, while continuing to manage the exposure to rising interest rates.  The dis­tribution and market share of deposits by type of deposit and by type of depositor are important considerations in the Company's assessment of the stability of its fund sources and its access to additional funds.  Furthermore, management shifts the mix and maturity of the deposits depending on economic conditions and loan and investment policies in an attempt, within set policies, to minimize cost and maximize net interest margin.

The following table presents the Company’s noninterest bearing, interest bearing, savings and other time deposits as of the dates indicated and the percentage change between dates:

	March 31,		December 31,
	2012		2011		% Change
	(Dollars in millions)
Noninterest bearing demand	$	2,260	$	2,270		(0.4	) %
Interest bearing demand		4,898		4,707		4.1
Savings		1,067		991		7.7
Other time		2,857		2,987		(4.4	)
Total deposits	$	11,082	$	10,955		1.2	%

Total deposits remained relatively stable at March 31, 2012 compared to December 31, 2011, increasing by 1.2%.  The average maturity of time deposits at March 31, 2012 was approximately 15 months, compared to 14 months at December 31, 2011.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

One of the Company's goals is to provide adequate funds to meet increases in loan demand or any potential increase in the normal level of deposit withdrawals.  This goal is accomplished primarily by generating cash from the Bank’s operating activities and maintaining sufficient short-term liquid assets.  These sources, coupled with a stable deposit base and a historically strong reputation in the capital markets, allow the Company to fund earning assets and maintain the availability of funds.  Management believes that the Bank’s traditional sources of maturing loans and investment securities, sales of loans held for sale, cash from operating activities and a strong base of core deposits are adequate to meet the Company’s liquidity needs for normal operations over both the short-term and the long-term.

To provide additional liquidity, the Company utilizes short-term financing through the purchase of federal funds and securities sold under agreement to repurchase.  All securities sold under agreements to repurchase are

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accounted for as collateralized financing transactions and are recorded at the amounts at which the securities were acquired or sold plus accrued interest.  Further, the Company maintains a borrowing relationship with the FHLB which provides access to short-term and long-term borrowings.  The Company also has access to the Federal Reserve discount window and other bank lines.  The Company had short-term borrowings from the FHLB totaling $1.5 million at both March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011.  The Company had federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase of $401.1 million and $373.9 million at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively.  The Company had long-term borrowings from the FHLB totaling $33.5 million at both March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011.  The Company has pledged eligible mortgage loans to secure the FHLB borrowings and had $2.9 billion in additional borrowing capacity under the existing FHLB borrowing agreement at March 31, 2012.

The Company had non-binding federal funds borrowing arrangements with other banks aggregating $554.0 million at March 31, 2012.  Secured borrowing arrangements utilizing the Company’s securities portfolio provide substantial additional liquidity to the Company.  Such arrangements typically provide for borrowings of 95% to 98% of the unencumbered fair value of the Company’s federal government and government agencies securities portfolio.  The ability of the Company to obtain funding from these or other sources could be negatively affected should the Company experience a substantial deterioration in its financial condition or its debt rating, or should the availability of short-term funding become restricted as a result of the disruption in the financial markets.  Management does not anticipate any short- or long-term changes to its liquidity strategies and believes that the Company has ample sources to meet the liquidity challenges caused by current economic conditions.  The Company utilizes, among other tools, maturity gap tables, interest rate shock scenarios and an active asset and liability management committee to analyze, manage and plan asset growth and to assist in managing the Company’s net interest margin and overall level of liquidity.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

In the ordinary course of business, the Company enters into various off-balance sheet commitments and other arrangements to extend credit that are not reflected in the consolidated balance sheets of the Company.  The business purpose of these off-balance sheet commitments is the routine extension of credit.  While most of the commitments to extend credit are made at variable rates, included in these commitments are forward commitments to fund individual fixed-rate mortgage loans.  Fixed-rate lending commitments expose the Company to risks associated with increases in interest rates.  As a method to manage these risks, the Company enters into forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans.  The Company also faces the risk of deteriorating credit quality of borrowers to whom a commitment to extend credit has been made; however, no significant credit losses are expected from these commitments and arrangements.

Regulatory Requirements for Capital

The Company is required to comply with the risk-based capital guidelines established by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.  These guidelines apply a variety of weighting factors that vary according to the level of risk associated with the assets.  Capital is measured in two “Tiers”: Tier I consists of common shareholders’ equity and qualifying non-cumulative perpetual preferred stock and minority interest in consolidated subsidiaries, less goodwill and certain other intangible assets; and Tier II consists of general allowance for losses on loans and leases, “hybrid” debt capital instruments and all or a portion of other subordinated capital debt, depending upon remaining term to maturity.  Total capital is the sum of Tier I and Tier II capital.  The required minimum ratio levels to be considered adequately capitalized for the Company’s Tier I capital, total capital, as a percentage of total risk-adjusted assets, and Tier I leverage capital (Tier I capital divided by total assets, less goodwill)  are 4%,  8% and 4%, respectively.  The Company exceeded the required minimum levels for these ratios at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 as follows:

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	March 31, 2012					December 31, 2011
	Amount		Ratio			Amount		Ratio
	(Dollars in thousands)
BancorpSouth, Inc.
Tier I capital (to risk-weighted assets)	$	1,261,121		13.13	%	$	1,129,746		11.77	%
Total capital (to risk-weighted assets)		1,382,112		14.39			1,250,801		13.03
Tier I leverage capital (to average assets)		1,261,121		9.85			1,129,746		8.85

The FDIC’s capital-based supervisory system for insured financial in­stitutions categorizes the capital position for banks into five categories, ranging from “well capitalized” to “critically undercapitalized.”  For a bank to be classified as “well capitalized,” the Tier I capital, total capital and leverage capital ratios must be at least 6%, 10% and 5%, respectively.  The Bank met the criteria for the “well capitalized” category at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 as follows:

	March 31, 2012					December 31, 2011
	Amount		Ratio			Amount		Ratio
	(Dollars in thousands)
BancorpSouth Bank
Tier I capital (to risk-weighted assets)	$	1,125,513		11.73	%	$	1,099,369		11.46	%
Total capital (to risk-weighted assets)		1,246,504		12.99			1,220,424		12.73
Tier I leverage capital (to average assets)		1,125,513		8.84			1,099,369		8.67

Federal and state banking laws and regulations and state corporate laws restrict the amount of dividends that the Company may declare and pay. For example, under guidance issued by the Federal Reserve, as a bank holding company, the Company is required to consult with the Federal Reserve before declaring dividends and is to consider eliminating, deferring or reducing dividends if (i) the Company’s net income available to shareholders for the past four quarters, net of dividends previously paid during that period, is not sufficient to fully fund the dividends, (ii) the Company’s prospective rate of earnings retention is not consistent with its capital needs and overall current and prospective financial condition, or (iii) the Company will not meet, or is in danger of not meeting, its minimum regulatory capital adequacy ratios.

In addition, the Company needs the approval of the Federal Reserve and the Bank needs the approval of the FDIC before paying cash dividends. Further, the Bank’s board of directors has approved a resolution requested by the FDIC and the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance such that the declaration and payment of dividends will be limited to the Bank’s current net operating income and conditioned upon the prior written consent of the regulators and maintenance of minimum capital ratios. Finally, the Company’s board of directors has approved a resolution requested by the Federal Reserve such that the Company needs the prior approval of the Federal Reserve before making any declaration or payment of dividends on any of its capital stock.

Uses of Capital

Subject to pre-approval of the Federal Reserve and other banking regulators, the Company may pursue acquisitions of depository institutions and businesses closely related to banking that further the Company’s business strategies, including FDIC-assisted transactions.  Management anticipates that consideration for any transactions other than FDIC-assisted transactions would include shares of the Company’s common stock, cash or a combination thereof.

On January 24, 2012, the Company completed an underwritten public offering of 10,952,381 shares of Company common stock at a public offering price of $10.50 per share. The gross proceeds from the offering, before expenses, were $109.3 million. Offering expenses were approximately $575,000. The proceeds from the offering have been and will be used by the Company for general corporate purposes, including to maintain certain capital levels and liquidity at the Company, potentially provide equity capital to the Bank, fund growth either organically or through the acquisition of other financial institutions, insurance agencies, or other businesses that are closely aligned to the operations of the Company, and fund investments in its subsidiaries. 

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Certain Litigation Contingencies

The nature of the Company’s business ordinarily results in a certain amount of claims, litigation, investigations and legal and administrative investigations and proceedings. Although the Company and its subsidiaries have developed policies and procedures to minimize the impact of legal noncompliance and other disputes, and endeavored to provide reasonable insurance coverage, litigation and regulatory actions present an ongoing risk.

The Company and its subsidiaries are engaged in lines of business that are heavily regulated and involve a large volume of financial transactions and potential transactions with numerous customers or applicants. From time to time, borrowers, customers, former employees and other third parties have brought actions against the Company or its subsidiaries, in some cases claiming substantial damages. Financial services companies are subject to the risk of class action litigation and, from time to time, the Company and its subsidiaries are subject to such actions brought against it. Additionally, the Bank is, and management expects it to be, engaged in a number of foreclosure proceedings and other collection actions as part of its lending and leasing collections activities, which, from time to time, have resulted in counterclaims against the Bank. Various legal proceedings have arisen and may arise in the future out of claims against entities to which the Company is a successor as a result of business combinations. The Company’s insurance has deductibles, and will likely not cover all such litigation or other proceedings or the costs of defense. The Company and its subsidiaries may also be subject to enforcement actions by federal or state regulators, including the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Reserve, the FDIC, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Department of Justice, state attorneys general and the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.

When and as the Company determines it has meritorious defenses to the claims asserted, it vigorously defends against such claims. The Company will consider settlement of claims when, in management’s judgment and in consultation with counsel, it is in the best interests of the Company to do so.

The Company cannot predict with certainty the cost of defense, the cost of prosecution or the ultimate outcome of litigation and other proceedings filed by or against it, its directors, management or employees, including remedies or damage awards. On at least a quarterly basis, the Company assesses its liabilities and contingencies in connection with outstanding legal proceedings as well as certain threatened claims (which are not considered incidental to the ordinary conduct of the Company’s business) utilizing the latest and most reliable information available. For matters where a loss is not probable or the amount of the loss cannot be estimated, no accrual is established. For matters where it is probable the Company will incur a loss and the amount can be reasonably estimated, the Company establishes an accrual for the loss. Once established, the accrual is adjusted periodically to reflect any relevant developments. The actual cost of any outstanding legal proceedings or threatened claims, however, may turn out to be substantially higher than the amount accrued. Further, the Company’s insurance will not cover all such litigation, other proceedings or claims, or the costs of defense.

While the final outcome of any legal proceedings is inherently uncertain, based on the information available, advice of counsel and available insurance coverage, management believes that the litigation-related expense accrued as of March 31, 2012 is adequate and that any incremental liability arising from the Company’s legal proceedings and threatened claims, including the matters described herein and those otherwise arising in the ordinary course of business, will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's business or consolidated financial condition. It is possible, however, that future developments could result in an unfavorable outcome for or resolution of any one or more of the lawsuits in which the Company or its subsidiaries are defendants, which may be material to the Company’s results of operations for a given fiscal period.

On May 12, 2010, the Company and its Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Financial Officer were named in a purported class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee on behalf of certain purchasers of the Company’s common stock. On September 17, 2010, an Executive Vice President of the Company was added as a party to the lawsuit. The amended complaint alleges that the defendants issued materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company’s business and financial results. In particular, the allegations relate to the Company’s recording and reporting of its unaudited financial statements, including the allowance and provision for credit losses, and its internal control over financial reporting leading up to the filing of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009. The plaintiff seeks class certification, an unspecified amount of damages and awards of costs and attorneys’ fees and other equitable relief. No class has been certified and, at this stage of the lawsuit, management cannot determine the probability of an unfavorable outcome to the Company. There are significant uncertainties involved in any purported class action litigation.  Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability

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with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations. 

On August 16, 2011, a shareholder filed a putative derivative action purportedly on behalf of the Company in the Circuit Court of Lee County, Mississippi, against certain current and past executive officers and the members of the Board of Directors of the Company. The plaintiff in this shareholder derivative lawsuit asserts that the individual defendants violated their fiduciary duties based upon substantially the same facts as alleged in the purported class action lawsuit described above. The plaintiff is seeking to recover damages in an unspecified amount and equitable and/or injunctive relief. Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations.

In November 2010, the Company was informed that the Atlanta Regional Office of the SEC had issued an Order of Investigation concerning the Company.  This investigation is ongoing and is primarily focused on the Company’s recording and reporting of its unaudited financial statements, including the allowance and provision for credit losses, its internal control over financial reporting and its communications with the independent auditors prior to the filing of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009.  In connection with its investigation, the SEC issued subpoenas for documents and testimony, with which the Company has fully complied.  The Company is cooperating fully with the SEC. No claims have been made by the SEC against the Company or against any individuals affiliated with the Company. At this time, it is not possible to predict when or how the investigation will be resolved or the cost or potential liabilities associated with this matter.

On May 18, 2010, the Bank was named as a defendant in a purported class action lawsuit filed by an Arkansas customer of the Bank in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida. The suit challenges the manner in which overdraft fees were charged and the policies related to posting order of debit card and ATM transactions. The suit also makes a claim under Arkansas’ consumer protection statute. The plaintiff is seeking to recover damages in an unspecified amount and equitable relief. The case was transferred to pending multi-district litigation in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. On May 4, 2012, the judge presiding over the multi-district litigation entered an order certifying a class in this case. Management of the Company plans to file a petition for leave to appeal the class certification order, which, if granted, would provide the Company with an immediate right to appeal the class certification order. At this state of the lawsuit, management of the Company cannot determine the probability of an unfavorable outcome to the Company. There are significant uncertainties involved in any purported class action litigation. Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations. However, there can be no assurance that an adverse outcome or settlement would not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated results of operations for a given fiscal period.

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES

During the three months ended March 31, 2012, there was no significant change in the Company’s critical accounting policies and no significant change in the application of critical accounting policies as presented in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011.

ITEM 3.  QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

During the three months ended March 31, 2012, there were no significant changes to the quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risks presented in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011.

ITEM 4.  CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.

The Company, with the participation of its management, including its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, carried out an evaluation of the effectiveness of the design and operation of its disclosure controls

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and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) as of the end of the period covered by this report.  Based upon that evaluation and as of the end of the period covered by this report, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective to allow timely decisions regarding disclosure in its reports that the Company files or submits to the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

There have been no changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this report that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

PART II

OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 1.  LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.

The nature of the Company’s business ordinarily results in a certain amount of claims, litigation, investigations and legal and administrative investigations and proceedings. Although the Company and its subsidiaries have developed policies and procedures to minimize the impact of legal noncompliance and other disputes, and endeavored to provide reasonable insurance coverage, litigation and regulatory actions present an ongoing risk.

The Company and its subsidiaries are engaged in lines of business that are heavily regulated and involve a large volume of financial transactions and potential transactions with numerous customers or applicants. From time to time, borrowers, customers, former employees and other third parties have brought actions against the Company or its subsidiaries, in some cases claiming substantial damages. Financial services companies are subject to the risk of class action litigation and, from time to time, the Company and its subsidiaries are subject to such actions brought against it. Additionally, the Bank is, and management expects it to be, engaged in a number of foreclosure proceedings and other collection actions as part of its lending and leasing collections activities, which, from time to time, have resulted in counterclaims against the Bank. Various legal proceedings have arisen and may arise in the future out of claims against entities to which the Company is a successor as a result of business combinations. The Company’s insurance has deductibles, and will likely not cover all such litigation or other proceedings or the costs of defense. The Company and its subsidiaries may also be subject to enforcement actions by federal or state regulators, including the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Reserve, the FDIC, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Department of Justice, state attorneys general and the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.

When and as the Company determines it has meritorious defenses to the claims asserted, it vigorously defends against such claims. The Company will consider settlement of claims when, in management’s judgment and in consultation with counsel, it is in the best interests of the Company to do so.

On May 12, 2010, the Company and its Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Financial Officer were named in a purported class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee on behalf of certain purchasers of the Company’s common stock. On September 17, 2010, an Executive Vice President of the Company was added as a party to the lawsuit. The amended complaint alleges that the defendants issued materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company’s business and financial results. In particular, the allegations relate to the Company’s recording and reporting of its unaudited financial statements, including the allowance and provision for credit losses, and its internal control over financial reporting leading up to the filing of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009. The plaintiff seeks class certification, an unspecified amount of damages and awards of costs and attorneys’ fees and other equitable relief. No class has been certified and, at this stage of the lawsuit, management cannot determine the probability of an unfavorable outcome to the Company. There are significant uncertainties involved in any purported class action litigation.  Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations. 

On August 16, 2011, a shareholder filed a putative derivative action purportedly on behalf of the Company in the Circuit Court of Lee County, Mississippi, against certain current and past executive officers and the members

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of the Board of Directors of the Company. The plaintiff in this shareholder derivative lawsuit asserts that the individual defendants violated their fiduciary duties based upon substantially the same facts as alleged in the purported class action lawsuit described above. The plaintiff is seeking to recover damages in an unspecified amount and equitable and/or injunctive relief. Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations.

In November 2010, the Company was informed that the Atlanta Regional Office of the SEC had issued an Order of Investigation concerning the Company.  This investigation is ongoing and is primarily focused on the Company’s recording and reporting of its unaudited financial statements, including the allowance and provision for credit losses, its internal control over financial reporting and its communications with the independent auditors prior to the filing of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009.  In connection with its investigation, the SEC issued subpoenas for documents and testimony, with which the Company has fully complied.  The Company is cooperating fully with the SEC. No claims have been made by the SEC against the Company or against any individuals affiliated with the Company. At this time, it is not possible to predict when or how the investigation will be resolved or the cost or potential liabilities associated with this matter.

On May 18, 2010, the Bank was named as a defendant in a purported class action lawsuit filed by an Arkansas customer of the Bank in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida. The suit challenges the manner in which overdraft fees were charged and the policies related to posting order of debit card and ATM transactions. The suit also makes a claim under Arkansas’ consumer protection statute. The plaintiff is seeking to recover damages in an unspecified amount and equitable relief. The case was transferred to pending multi-district litigation in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. On May 4, 2012, the judge presiding over the multi-district litigation entered an order certifying a class in this case. Management of the Company plans to file a petition for leave to appeal the class certification order, which, if granted, would provide the Company with an immediate right to appeal the class certification order. At this state of the lawsuit, management of the Company cannot determine the probability of an unfavorable outcome to the Company. There are significant uncertainties involved in any purported class action litigation. Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s business, consolidated financial position or results of operations. However, there can be no assurance that an adverse outcome or settlement would not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated results of operations for a given fiscal period.

ITEM 1A.  RISK FACTORS.

There have been no material changes from the risk factors previously disclosed in the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011.

ITEM 5.  OTHER INFORMATION.

On April 30, 2012, the Company entered into the BancorpSouth, Inc. Salary Continuation Agreement with Gordon R. Lewis to amend and restate an existing salary continuation agreement with Mr. Lewis solely to clarify the effect of certain restrictions on payment elections and distribution rights.   Reference is made to Exhibit (10) of this quarterly report for the terms and conditions of the amended and restated agreement.

ITEM 6.  EXHIBITS.

(3)	(a)	Restated Articles of Incorporation, as amended. (1)
	(b)	Bylaws, as amended and restated. (2)
	(c)	Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Bylaws. (3)
	(d)	Amendment No. 2 to Amended and Restated Bylaws (4)
	(e)	Amendment No. 3 to Amended and Restated Bylaws (4)

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(4)	(a)	Specimen Common Stock Certificate. (5)
	(b)	Amended and Restated Certificate of Trust of BancorpSouth Capital Trust I. (6)
	(c)	Second Amended and Restated Trust Agreement of BancorpSouth Capital Trust I, dated as of January 28, 2002, between BancorpSouth, Inc., The Bank of New York, The Bank of New York (Delaware) and the Administrative Trustees named therein. (7)
	(d)	Junior Subordinated Indenture, dated as of January 28, 2002, between BancorpSouth, Inc. and The Bank of New York. (7)
	(e)	Guarantee Agreement, dated as of January 28, 2002, between BancorpSouth, Inc. and The Bank of New York. (7)
	(f)	Junior Subordinated Debt Security Specimen. (7)
	(g)	Trust Preferred Security Certificate for BancorpSouth Capital Trust I. (7)
	(h)	Certain instruments defining the rights of certain holders of long-term debt securities of the Registrant are omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(4)(iii)(A) of Regulation S-K. The Registrant hereby agrees to furnish copies of these instruments to the SEC upon request.
(10)		BancorpSouth, Inc. Salary Continuation Agreement for Gordon R. Lewis, dated April 30, 2012.*
(31.1)		Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of BancorpSouth, Inc. pursuant to Rule 13a-14 or 15d-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
(31.2)		Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of BancorpSouth, Inc. pursuant to Rule 13a-14 or 15d-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
(32.1)		Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of BancorpSouth, Inc. pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
(32.2)		Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of BancorpSouth, Inc. pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
(101)**		Pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T, the following financial information from the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2011, is formatted in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language) interactive data files: (i) the Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 2011 and 2010, and December 31, 2010, (ii) the Consolidated Statements of Income for each of the three-month and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2011 and 2010, (iii) the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for each of the nine-month periods ended September 30, 2011 and 2010, and (iv) the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, tagged as blocks of text.*

(1) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2009 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(2) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1998 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(3) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2000 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(4) Filed as exhibits 3.1 and 3.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on January 26, 2007 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(5) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1994 (file number 0-10826) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(6) Filed as exhibit 4.12 to the Company’s registration statement on Form S-3 filed on November 2, 2001 (Registration No. 33-72712) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(7) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on January 28, 2002 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

*             Filed herewith.

** As provided in Rule 406T of Regulation S-T, this information is furnished and not filed for purposes of Sections 11 and 12 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

	BancorpSouth, Inc.
Date:  May 9, 2012	(Registrant)
	/s/ William L. Prater
	William L. Prater
	Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

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INDEX TO EXHIBITS

Exhibit No. Description

(3)	(a)	Restated Articles of Incorporation, as amended. (1)
	(b)	Bylaws, as amended and restated. (2)
	(c)	Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Bylaws. (3)
	(d)	Amendment No. 2 to Amended and Restated Bylaws (4)
	(e)	Amendment No. 3 to Amended and Restated Bylaws (4)

(4)	(a)	Specimen Common Stock Certificate. (5)
	(b)	Amended and Restated Certificate of Trust of BancorpSouth Capital Trust I. (6)
	(c)	Second Amended and Restated Trust Agreement of BancorpSouth Capital Trust I, dated as of January 28, 2002, between BancorpSouth, Inc., The Bank of New York, The Bank of New York (Delaware) and the Administrative Trustees named therein. (7)
	(d)	Junior Subordinated Indenture, dated as of January 28, 2002, between BancorpSouth, Inc. and The Bank of New York. (7)
	(e)	Guarantee Agreement, dated as of January 28, 2002, between BancorpSouth, Inc. and The Bank of New York. (7)
	(f)	Junior Subordinated Debt Security Specimen. (7)
	(g)	Trust Preferred Security Certificate for BancorpSouth Capital Trust I. (7)
	(h)	Certain instruments defining the rights of certain holders of long-term debt securities of the Registrant are omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(4)(iii)(A) of Regulation S-K. The Registrant hereby agrees to furnish copies of these instruments to the SEC upon request.
(10)		BancorpSouth, Inc. Salary Continuation Agreement for Gordon R. Lewis, dated April 30, 2012.*
(31.1)		Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of BancorpSouth, Inc. pursuant to Rule 13a-14 or 15d-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
(31.2)		Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of BancorpSouth, Inc. pursuant to Rule 13a-14 or 15d-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
(32.1)		Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of BancorpSouth, Inc. pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
(32.2)		Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of BancorpSouth, Inc. pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.*
(101)**		Pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T, the following financial information from the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2011, is formatted in XBRL (Extensible Business Reporting Language) interactive data files: (i) the Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 2011 and 2010, and December 31, 2010, (ii) the Consolidated Statements of Income for each of the three-month and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2011 and 2010, (iii) the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for each of the nine-month periods ended September 30, 2011 and 2010, and (iv) the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements, tagged as blocks of text.*

(1) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2009 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(2) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1998 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(3) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2000 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(4) Filed as exhibits 3.1 and 3.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on January 26, 2007 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

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(5) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1994 (file number 0-10826) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(6) Filed as exhibit 4.12 to the Company’s registration statement on Form S-3 filed on November 2, 2001 (Registration No. 33-72712) and incorporated by reference thereto.

(7) Filed as an exhibit to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on January 28, 2002 (file number 1-12991) and incorporated by reference thereto.

*             Filed herewith.

** As provided in Rule 406T of Regulation S-T, this information is furnished and not filed for purposes of Sections 11 and 12 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

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EX-10

Exhibit 10

BancorpSouth, Inc.

Salary Continuation Agreement

This Agreement, which is an amendment and restatement of the Salary Continuation Agreement (the “Agreement”) by and between BancorpSouth, Inc. (the “Company”), and Gordon R. Lewis (the “Executive”), is entered into this 30th day of April, 2012.

WITNESSETH:

Whereas, the Agreement was originally entered into effective August 17, 1990, between the Executive and a predecessor of the Company, Fredonia State Bank;

Whereas, the Company and the Executive amended the Agreement on December 30, 2008 in order to incorporate the requirements of section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code, and Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder, which include restrictions on payment elections and distribution rights that were previously available under the Agreement;

Whereas, the Company and the Executive desire to amend and restate the Agreement solely to clarify the effect of those limitations under section 409A on the rights of the Executive but do not intend to provide or deny rights or benefits other than those that were previously awarded to Executive under the Agreement; and

Whereas, it is the intent of the parties hereto that this arrangement be considered an unfunded deferred compensation arrangement maintained primarily to provide nonqualified deferred compensation benefits for the Executive, as a member of a select group of management or highly compensated employees of the Company for purposes of ERISA.

Now, Therefore, in consideration of the premises contained herein and the Executive’s continued service with the Company, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree to this amendment and restatement of the Agreement:

Article I

DEFINITIONS

For purposes of this Agreement, the following terms, when capitalized, shall have the meaning set forth below unless a different meaning plainly is required by the context.

1.1           Beneficiary shall mean the person(s) designated by the Executive, in writing in such form as may be prescribed by the Committeeand last received by the Committee prior to the Executive’s death, to receive any benefit that may be payable under this Agreement upon the Executive’s death. If no such designation is made or if the designated Beneficiary predeceases

the Executive, benefits due under this Agreement at the Executive’s death shall be paid to the Executive’s surviving spouse, if any, and if none to the deceased Executive’s estate.

1.2           Code shall mean the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

1.3           Committee shall mean the committee that has been designated by the board of directors of the Company to administer the Agreement. In the absence of a specific designation by the board, the chief executive officer of the Company shall be the Committee.

1.4           Disability means the Executive’s inability to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of any medically determinable physical or mental impairment, including sickness or injury, that can be expected to result in death or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months.

1.5           ERISA shall mean the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended.

1.6           Separation From Service means any event where the Executive “separates from service” as described in Treasury Regulation § 1.409A-1(h).

Article II

SALARY CONTINUATION

2.1           Retirement. If the Executive is still in the employ of the Company on July 22, 2014 (the date Executive attains age 65), or becomes Disabled during his employment with the Company, the Company shall pay the Executive $4,000 per month for a period of 180 months. Except as limited in Section 2.4, such payments shall commence within 30 days after his Separation From Service. Such retirement payments are subject to suspension as described in Section 3.3.

2.2           Disability Benefits. If the Executive becomes subject to a Disability prior to retirement, then, commencing 90 days after the Executive becomes subject to such Disability, the Company shall pay the Executive $4,000 per month until the month in which the Executive attains age 65.

2.3           Death Benefit.

(a)           In the event of the Executive’s death after termination of employment with the Company, but prior to the completion of payments described in Section 2.1, the Company shall make the remaining installment payments described therein to the Executive’s Beneficiary.

(b)           In the event of the Executive’s death while actively employed by the Company or while subject to a Disability, the Company shall pay the Beneficiary $4,000 per month for 180 months, commencing within 30 days after the Executive’s death.

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2.4           Deferred Compensation Restrictions. To the extent it is determined that any payments under this Agreement constitute “deferred compensation” under section 409A of the Code (upon consideration of the application of Section 6.3), and that Executive is a “specified employee,” as such term is defined in Section 409A(a)(2)(B)(i) of the Code, then, solely to the extent necessary to avoid the incurrence of the adverse personal tax consequences under section 409A of the Code, the timing of such payments shall be delayed as follows: on the earlier of six months and one day after Executive’s Separation From Service or the date of Executive’s death, the Company shall (A) pay to Executive a lump sum amount equal to the sum of the payments that Executive would otherwise have received through the delayed payment date, and (B) commence any remaining payments in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.

Article III

POST-RETIREMENT COVENANTS

3.1           Transition and Consulting Services. Following Separation From Service, and as a condition to receiving payments described in Section 2.1, Executive shall be available to the Company from time to time and shall render to the Company such reasonable business consulting and advisory services as the Company’s board of directors may reasonably request, provided Executive does not have a physical or mental condition that renders him unable to provide such services.

(a)           Executive will provide such services as an independent contractor to the Company. The level of services shall not exceed 15 hours in a month, shall be consistent with the Executive’s Separation From Service and will not require Executive to be active in the day to day activities of the Company.

(b)           Executive shall be reasonably compensated for such services, as mutually agreed by the parties, and shall be fully reimbursed for all reasonable expenses.

3.2           Non-Competition. In consideration of the payments to be made by the Company pursuant hereto, the Executive hereby agrees that, during his employment by the Company and for the period during which the Executive is receiving payments pursuant to Section 2.1 or 2.2, as applicable, he will not (except on behalf of or with the prior written consent of the Company) act in any similar employment capacity for any business enterprise which competes to a substantial degree with the Company or engage in any activity involving substantial competition with the Company.

3.3           Suspension of Payments. In the event of any breach by the Executive of the agreements and covenants contained herein, the Company shall direct that any unpaid balance of any payments to the Executive under this Agreement be suspended, and shall thereupon notify the Executive of such suspension, in writing. Thereupon, if the Company shall determine that said breach by the Executive has continued for a period of one month following notification of such suspension, all rights of the Executive and Beneficiaries under this Agreement, including rights to further payments hereunder, shall thereupon terminate.

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Article IV

FUNDING AND SOURCE OF PAYMENTS

4.1           Unfunded Arrangement.  This Agreement is maintained primarily to provide deferred compensation for the Executive as a member of a select group of management or highly compensated employees (within the meaning of sections 201(2), 301(a)(3), and 401(a)(1) of ERISA) and intended to be exempt from Parts 2, 3, and 4 of Title I of ERISA. The Executive and the Executive’s Beneficiary(ies) are general unsecured creditors of the Company for the payment of benefits under the Agreement. The benefits under the Agreement represent the mere promise by the Company to pay such benefits. Until and except to the extent that benefits under this Agreement are distributed to the Executive pursuant to the terms of this Agreement, title and ownership of any assets, whether cash or investments, which the Company may set aside or earmark to meet its obligations hereunder, shall at all times remain in the Company and the Executive shall not acquire, under any circumstances, any interest in any specific assets of the Company.

Article V

CLAIMS PROCEDURE

5.1           Claims for Benefits. Claims for benefits under the Agreement shall be made in writing to the Committee. If such claim for benefits is wholly or partially denied, the Committee shall, within a reasonable period of time, but no later than 90 days after receipt of the claim, notify the claimant of the denial of the claim. Such notice of denial (i) shall be in writing, (ii) shall be written in a manner calculated to be understood by the claimant, and (iii) shall contain (a) the specific reason or reasons for denial of the claim, (b) a specific reference to the pertinent provisions of the Agreement upon which the denial is based, (c) a description of any additional material or information necessary for the claimant to perfect the claim, along with an explanation why such material or information is necessary, and (d) an explanation of the Agreement’s claim review procedure.

5.2           Request for Review of Denial of Claim. Within 120 days of the receipt by the claimant of the written notice of denial of the claim, or such later time as shall be deemed reasonable taking into account the nature of the benefit subject to the claim and any other attendant circumstances, or if the claim has not been granted within a reasonable period of time, the claimant may file a written request with the Committee that it conduct a full and fair review of the denial of the claimant’s claim for benefits, including the conduction of a hearing, if deemed necessary by the reviewing party. In connection with the claimant’s appeal of the denial of his benefit, the claimant may review pertinent documents and may submit issues and comments in writing.

5.3           Decision on Review of Denial of Claim. The Committee shall deliver to the claimant a written decision on the claim promptly, but not later than 60 days, after the receipt of the claimant’s request for review, except that if there are special circumstances (such as the need to hold a hearing) which require an extension of time for processing, the aforesaid 60 day period shall be extended to 120 days. Such decision shall (i) be written in a manner calculated to be understood by the claimant, (ii) include specific reasons for the decision, and (iii) contain

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 specific references to the pertinent provisions of the Agreement upon which the decision is based.

Article VI

MISCELLANEOUS

6.1           Governing Law. This Agreement shall be subject to, and governed by, the laws of the State of Mississippi, except to the extent the Mississippi law is preempted by federal law.

6.2           Tax Withholding. The Company may withhold from any compensation payable under this Agreement all federal, state, city, or other taxes as may be required pursuant to any law or governmental regulation or ruling.

6.3           Section 409A. The provisions of this Agreement shall be construed in a manner that is consistent with the requirements of Section 409A of the Code in order to avoid any adverse tax consequences to the Executive. It is intended that each installment of the payments of the severance compensation described in this Agreement, together with all other payments and benefits provided to Executive by the Company, whether under this Agreement or otherwise, is a separate “payment” for purposes of Treasury Regulation Section 1.409A-2(b)(2)(i) and satisfies, to the greatest extent possible, the exemptions from the application of section 409A of the Code provided under Treas. Reg. §§ 1.409A-1(b)(4), 1.409A-1(b)(5) and 1.409A-1(b)(9).

6.4           Void Language. In the event any parts of this Agreement are found to be void, the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall nevertheless be binding with the same effect as though the void parts were deleted.

6.5           Rules of Construction. Wherever in this Agreement, words, including pronouns, are used in the singular or plural, they shall be read and construed in the plural or singular, respectively, wherever they would so apply.

6.6           Agreement Binding. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns. The Company agrees it will not be a party to any merger, consolidation or reorganization unless and until its obligations hereunder shall be expressly assumed by its successor or successors. Neither Executive nor any Beneficiary under this Agreement shall have any power or right to transfer, assign, anticipate, hypothecate, mortgage, commute, modify or otherwise encumber in advance any of the benefits payable hereunder nor shall any of said benefits be subject to seizure for the payment of any debts, judgments, alimony or separate maintenance owed by the Executive or his Beneficiary, nor be transferable by operation of law in the event of bankruptcy, insolvency or otherwise. In the event Executive or any Beneficiary attempts assignment, commutation, hypothecation, transfer or disposal of the benefits hereunder, the Company’s liabilities shall forthwith cease and terminate.

6.7           Amendment. This Agreement may be amended by the Company at any time as required for compliance with the deferred compensation requirements of Section 409A of the Code, or any other provision of law. Any other amendment will be effective only with the

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mutual consent of the parties in a writing that is executed by the party that is bound by the terms of the amendment.

6.8           No Contract of Employment. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed to provide an agreement or to confer on Executive any rights of continued employment by the Company in his present or any capacity. Executive acknowledges that his employment with the Company is at will and nothing herein shall diminish the rights of either party to terminate the employment relationship at any time.

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EXECUTION PAGE

In Witness Whereof, the Company has caused this instrument to be executed and the Executive has set his hand hereto on the day and year first above written.

BANCORPSOUTH, INC.

By:         ___________________________________  

Title:      ___________________________________    

EXECUTIVE:

__________________________________________

Gordon R. Lewis

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EX-31.1

EXHIBIT 31.1

BANCORPSOUTH, INC.

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-14 OR 15d-14 OF THE SECURITIES

EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO

SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, Aubrey B. Patterson, certify that:

1.           I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of BancorpSouth, Inc.;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b)  Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

Date:  May 9, 2012	/s/ Aubrey B. Patterson
	Aubrey B. Patterson
	Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

EX-31.2

EXHIBIT 31.2

BANCORPSOUTH, INC.

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-14 OR 15d-14 OF THE SECURITIES

EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, AS AMENDED, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO

SECTION 302 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

I, William L. Prater, certify that:

1.           I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of BancorpSouth, Inc.;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The registrant's other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b)  Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant's most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant's fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant's other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant's auditors and the audit committee of the registrant's board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant's ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.

Date:  May 9, 2012	/s/ William L. Prater
	William L. Prater
	Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

EX-32.1

EXHIBIT 32.1

BANCORPSOUTH, INC.

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,

AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO

SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2012, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), of BancorpSouth, Inc. (the “Company”), I, Aubrey B. Patterson, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as adopted pursuant to § 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that:

(1)           The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and

(2)           The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

May 9, 2012	/s/ Aubrey B. Patterson
	Aubrey B. Patterson
	Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

EX-32.2

EXHIBIT 32.2

BANCORPSOUTH, INC.

CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO

18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350,

AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO

SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002

In connection with the quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2012, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), of BancorpSouth, Inc. (the “Company”), I, William L. Prater, Chief Financial Officer of the Company, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as adopted pursuant to § 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that:

(1)           The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; and

(2)           The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

May 9, 2012	/s/ William L. Prater
	William L. Prater
	Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

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Non-performing loans and leases [Abstract]
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Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
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Non-performing loans and leases [Abstract]
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Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
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Non-performing loans and leases [Abstract]
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Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing	0	0
Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
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Non-performing loans and leases [Abstract]
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Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing	0	0
Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
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Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing	0	0
Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
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Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing	0	0
Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
Non-accrual loans and leases	115,649	133,110	202,124
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Non-performing loans and leases [Abstract]
Non-accrual loans and leases	35,715	40,616	58,945
Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing	0	0
Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
Non-accrual loans and leases	35,715	40,616	58,945
Credit cards segment [Member]
Non-performing loans and leases [Abstract]
Non-accrual loans and leases	509	594	617
Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing	228	299
Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
Non-accrual loans and leases	509	594	617
All other receivables [Member]
Non-performing loans and leases [Abstract]
Non-accrual loans and leases	3,984	3,013	1,859
Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing	146	149
Nonaccrual loans and leases [Abstract]
Non-accrual loans and leases	$ 3,984	$ 3,013	$ 1,859

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PENSION, OTHER POST RETIREMENT BENEFIT AND PROFIT SHARING PLANS (Details) (Pension Benefits [Member], USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Pension Benefits [Member]
Components of net periodic benefit cost:
Service cost	$ 2,592	$ 2,082
Interest cost	2,072	2,028
Expected return on assets	(3,670)	(3,713)
Amortization of unrecognized transition amount	5	5
Recognized prior service cost	(192)	50
Recognized net loss	1,379	578
Net periodic benefit cost	$ 2,186	$ 1,030

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COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Net unrealized gains on available-for- sale securities, before tax amount [Abstract]
Unrealized losses arising during holding period, before tax amount	$ (4,706)	$ (4,044)
Reclassification adjustment for net gains realized in net income, before tax amount	(74)	(17)
Recognized employee benefit plan net periodic benefit cost, before tax amount	1,192	633
Other comprehensive loss	(3,588)	(3,428)
Net unrealized gains on available-for- sale securities, tax (expense) benefit [Abstract]
Unrealized losses arising during holding period, tax (expense) benefit	1,799	1,537
Reclassification adjustment for net gains realized in net income, tax (expense) benefit	28	7
Recognized employee benefit plan net periodic benefit cost, tax (expense) benefit	(114)	(242)
Other comprehensive loss	1,713	1,302
Net unrealized gains on available-for- sale securities, net of tax amount [Abstract]
Unrealized losses arising during holding period, net of tax amount	(2,907)	(2,507)
Reclassification adjustment for net gains realized in net income, net of tax amount	(46)	(10)
Recognized employee benefit plan net periodic benefit cost, net of tax amount	1,078	391
Other comprehensive loss	(1,875)	(2,126)
Net income (loss)	22,866	(494)
Comprehensive income (loss)	$ 20,991	$ (2,620)

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FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES [Abstract]

Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis

The following tables present the balances of the assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:	(In thousands)
Available-for-sale securities:
U.S. Government agencies	$	-	$	1,578,441	$	-	$	1,578,441
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		385,146		-		385,146
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		31,647		-		31,647
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		-		568,642		-		568,642
Other		665		8,994		-		9,659
Mortgage servicing rights		-		-		35,668		35,668
Derivative instruments		-		-		53,057		53,057
Total	$	665	$	2,572,870	$	88,725	$	2,662,260
Liabilities:
Derivative instruments	$	-	$	-	$	51,208	$	51,208

	March 31, 2011
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:	(In thousands)
Available-for-sale securities:
U.S. Government agencies	$	-	$	459,763	$	-	$	459,763
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		529,302		-		529,302
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		30,938		-		30,938
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		-		111,380		-		111,380
Other		638		13,442		-		14,080
Mortgage servicing rights		-		-		42,306		42,306
Derivative instruments		-		-		33,120		33,120
Total	$	638	$	1,144,825	$	75,426	$	1,220,889
Liabilities:
Derivative instruments	$	-	$	-	$	32,766	$	32,766

The following tables present the balances of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis as of March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	March 31, 2012
									Total
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total		Losses
Assets:	(In thousands)
Loans held for sale	$	-	$	110,294	$	-	$	110,294	$	-
Impaired loans		-		-		211,112		211,112		(25,546	)
Other real estate owned		-		-		167,808		167,808		(26,520	)

	March 31, 2011
									Total
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total		Losses
Assets:	(In thousands)
Loans held for sale	$	-	$	56,876	$	-	$	56,876	$	-
Impaired loans		-		-		338,821		338,821		(49,419	)
Other real estate owned		-		-		136,412		136,412		(14,738	)

Changes in Level Three Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

The following tables present the changes in Level 3 assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Mortgage Servicing Rights		Derivative Instruments		Available- for-sale Securities
	(In thousands)
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	30,174	$	342	$	-
Year to date net gains included in:
Net income		5,494		1,507		-
Other comprehensive income		-		-		-
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net		-		-		-
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3		-		-		-
Balance at March 31, 2012	$	35,668	$	1,849	$	-
Net unrealized gains included in net income for the quarter relating to assets and liabilities held at March 31, 2012	$	3,697	$	1,507	$	-

	Mortgage Servicing Rights		Derivative Instruments			Available- for-sale Securities
	(In thousands)
Balance at December 31, 2010	$	38,642	$	2,685		$	-
Year to date net gains (losses) included in:
Net income (loss)		3,664		(2,331	)		-
Other comprehensive income		-		-			-
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net		-		-			-
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3		-		-			-
Balance at March 31, 2011	$	42,306	$	354		$	-
Net unrealized (losses) gains included in net income for the quarter relating to assets      and liabilities held at March 31, 2011	$	2,540	$	(2,331	)	$	-

Carrying and Fair Value Information

The following table presents carrying and fair value information of financial instruments at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012						December 31, 2011
	Carrying			Fair			Carrying			Fair
	Value			Value			Value			Value
Assets:	(In thousands)
Cash and due from banks	$	184,441		$	184,441		$	195,681		$	195,681
Interest bearing deposits with other banks		665,675			665,675			303,663			303,663
Available-for-sale securities		2,573,535			2,573,535			2,513,518			2,513,518
Net loans and leases		8,556,146			8,605,943			8,675,193			8,730,819
Loans held for sale		110,294			110,323			83,458			83,503
Liabilities:
Noninterest bearing deposits		2,260,012			2,260,012			2,269,799			2,269,799
Savings and interest bearing deposits		5,964,841			5,964,841			5,698,527			5,698,527
Other time deposits		2,857,469			2,901,829			2,986,863			3,029,147
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase and other short-term borrowings		402,589			402,121			375,433			375,285
Long-term debt and other borrowings		193,877			205,974			193,880			200,166
Derivative instruments:
Forward commitments to sell fixed rate mortgage loans		(98	)		(98	)		(1,057	)		(1,057	)
Commitments to fund fixed rate mortgage loans		2,710			2,710			2,140			2,140
Interest rate swap position to receive		50,094			50,094			53,608			53,608
Interest rate swap position to pay		(50,857	)		(50,857	)		(54,349	)		(54,349	)

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OTHER REAL ESTATE OWNED (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

OTHER REAL ESTATE OWNED [Abstract]

Activity in Other Real Estate Owned

The following table presents the activity in other real estate owned for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended						Year ended
	March 31,						December 31,
	2012			2011			2011
	(In thousands)
Balance at beginning of period	$	173,805		$	133,412		$	133,412
Additions to foreclosed properties
New foreclosed properties		10,766			21,464			125,234
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Sales		(11,771	)		(13,528	)		(64,488	)
Writedowns		(4,992	)		(4,936	)		(20,353	)
Balance at end of period	$	167,808		$	136,412		$	173,805

Other Real Estate Owned By Geographical Location, Segment and Class

The following table presents the other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class at March 31, 2012:

	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	423	$	16	$	-	$	-	$	821	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	1,260
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		3,505		615		2,970		-		4,713		3,523		111		3,377		18,814
Home equity		-		26		22		-		586		141		-		-		775
Agricultural		902		-		730		-		1,164		2,371		-		-		5,167
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,564		656		2,583		2,113		1,829		164		174		291		9,374
Construction, acquisition and development		16,179		1,766		25,510		1,965		46,007		19,458		2,630		-		113,515
Commercial real estate		3,557		1,744		3,241		307		7,318		-		233		579		16,979
All other		209		83		990		117		437		-		55		33		1,924
Total	$	26,339	$	4,906	$	36,046	$	4,502	$	62,875	$	25,657	$	3,203	$	4,280	$	167,808
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

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MORTGAGE SERVICING RIGHTS (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Data and assumptions used in fair value calculation [Abstract]
Unpaid principal balance	$ 4,413,139	$ 3,946,961	$ 4,293,552
Weighted-average prepayment speed (CPR) (in hundredths)	18.10%	13.90%	22.70%
Discount rate (annual percentage) (in hundredths)	10.30%	10.30%	10.30%
Weighted-average coupon interest rate (percentage) (in hundredths)	4.80%	5.20%	4.90%
Weighted-average remaining maturity (in months)	310.0	315.0	311.0
Weighted-average servicing fee basis points (in hundredths)	27.80%	28.30%	28.00%
Contractually specified servicing fees, late fees, and ancillary fees [Abstract]
Contractual servicing fees	3,100,000	2,800,000
Late and other ancillary fees	362,000	321,000
Closed End Loans for One-to-Four Family Residences, Secured by First Liens [Member]
Activity in mortgage servicing asset [Roll Forward]
Fair value as of beginning of period	30,174,000	38,642,000	38,642,000
Additions:
Origination of servicing assets	3,525,000	2,431,000
Changes in fair value:
Due to payoffs/paydowns	(1,726,000)	(1,300,000)
Due to change in valuation inputs or assumptions used in the valuation model	3,697,000	2,540,000
Other changes in fair value	(2,000)	(7,000)
Fair value as of end of period	$ 35,668,000	$ 42,306,000

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ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES, SCHEDULE OF IMPAIRED FINANCING RECEIVABLE (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Mar. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2010
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	$ 211,112	$ 234,923
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	25,546	39,708
Allowance for all other loans and leases	156,231	155,410
Total allowance	181,777	195,118	198,333	196,913
Consumer mortgages [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Total allowance			33,612	35,540
Home equity [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Total allowance			7,692	7,305
Agricultural [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Total allowance			4,447	4,997
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Total allowance			29,924	20,403
Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Total allowance			54,228	59,048
Commercial [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Total allowance			33,485	33,439
Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	6,106	7,833
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	1,548	4,071
Allowance for all other loans and leases	19,434	16,653
Total allowance	20,982	20,724	20,379	22,479
Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	28,416	31,793
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	3,977	4,386
Allowance for all other loans and leases	32,571	32,143
Total allowance	36,548	36,529		35,540
Real estate segment [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	1,583	675
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	178	48
Allowance for all other loans and leases	8,050	8,582
Total allowance	8,228	8,630		7,305
Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	3,099	3,096
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	386	380
Allowance for all other loans and leases	3,000	3,541
Total allowance	3,386	3,921		4,997
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	28,152	24,801
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	3,051	3,601
Allowance for all other loans and leases	17,591	18,328
Total allowance	20,642	21,929		20,403
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	111,263	128,179
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	11,736	21,581
Allowance for all other loans and leases	23,725	23,981
Total allowance	35,461	45,562		59,048
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	31,482	36,122
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	4,410	5,324
Allowance for all other loans and leases	34,972	34,120
Total allowance	39,382	39,444		33,439
Credit cards segment [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	0	0
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	0	0
Allowance for all other loans and leases	3,141	4,021
Total allowance	3,141	4,021	3,446	4,126
All other receivables [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded balance of impaired loans	1,011	2,424
Allowance for impaired loans and leases	260	317
Allowance for all other loans and leases	13,747	14,041
Total allowance	$ 14,007	$ 14,358	$ 11,120	$ 9,576

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LOANS AND LEASES, Grade (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	$ 8,737,923	$ 8,870,311
Pass [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	7,732,046	7,845,589
Special Mention [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	146,917	124,694
Substandard [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	635,561	655,085
Doubtful [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	11,220	8,850
Loss [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,067	1,170
Impaired [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	211,112	234,923
Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,441,727	1,473,728
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Pass [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,376,983	1,415,731
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	6,449	4,947
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	47,783	43,549
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	4,159	1,263
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Loss [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	247	405
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Impaired [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	6,106	7,833
Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,937,997	1,945,190
Real estate segment [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	501,331	514,362
Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	256,683	239,487
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,287,542	1,301,575
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	858,110	908,362
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,742,001	1,754,022
Real estate segment [Member] | Pass [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,729,187	1,742,593
Real estate segment [Member] | Pass [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	476,300	492,235
Real estate segment [Member] | Pass [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	229,865	213,280
Real estate segment [Member] | Pass [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,151,368	1,167,220
Real estate segment [Member] | Pass [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	601,396	619,497
Real estate segment [Member] | Pass [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,491,021	1,501,196
Real estate segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	23,918	17,914
Real estate segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	2,793	2,775
Real estate segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,936	3,795
Real estate segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	24,662	18,280
Real estate segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	22,939	23,429
Real estate segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	47,535	37,409
Real estate segment [Member] | Substandard [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	151,679	148,267
Real estate segment [Member] | Substandard [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	19,626	17,050
Real estate segment [Member] | Substandard [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	21,763	19,296
Real estate segment [Member] | Substandard [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	83,041	90,778
Real estate segment [Member] | Substandard [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	121,556	136,412
Real estate segment [Member] | Substandard [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	171,891	179,295
Real estate segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	4,351	4,434
Real estate segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	754	1,134
Real estate segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	20	20
Real estate segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	230	496
Real estate segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	956	845
Real estate segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	72	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Loss [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	446	189
Real estate segment [Member] | Loss [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	275	493
Real estate segment [Member] | Loss [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	0	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Loss [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	89	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Loss [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	0	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Loss [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	0	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Impaired [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	28,416	31,793
Real estate segment [Member] | Impaired [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	1,583	675
Real estate segment [Member] | Impaired [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	3,099	3,096
Real estate segment [Member] | Impaired [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	28,152	24,801
Real estate segment [Member] | Impaired [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	111,263	128,179
Real estate segment [Member] | Impaired [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	31,482	36,122
Credit cards segment [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	100,527	106,281
Credit cards segment [Member] | Pass [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	100,527	105,867
Credit cards segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	0	41
Credit cards segment [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	0	175
Credit cards segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	0	188
Credit cards segment [Member] | Loss [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	0	10
Credit cards segment [Member] | Impaired [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	0	0
All other receivables [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	612,005	627,304
All other receivables [Member] | Pass [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	575,399	587,970
All other receivables [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	16,685	16,104
All other receivables [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	18,222	20,263
All other receivables [Member] | Doubtful [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	678	470
All other receivables [Member] | Loss [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	10	73
All other receivables [Member] | Impaired [Member]
Loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by grade [Abstract]
Total	$ 1,011	$ 2,424

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FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012 Mortgage Servicing Rights [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Mortgage Servicing Rights [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Derivative Instruments, Net [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Derivative Instruments, Net [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Available-for-sale Securities [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Available-for-sale Securities [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Carrying Value [Member]	Dec. 31, 2011 Carrying Value [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value [Member]	Dec. 31, 2011 Fair Value [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] Level 1 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] Level 1 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] Level 2 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] Level 2 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] Level 3 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] Level 3 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] Total Losses [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] Total Losses [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] Level 1 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] Level 1 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] Level 2 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] Level 2 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2012 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] Level 3 [Member]	Mar. 31, 2011 Fair Value, Measurements, Nonrecurring [Member] Level 3 [Member]
Available-for-sale securities:
U.S. Government agencies											$ 1,578,441	$ 459,763	$ 0	$ 0	$ 1,578,441	$ 459,763	$ 0	$ 0
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities											385,146	529,302	0	0	385,146	529,302	0	0
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities											31,647	30,938	0	0	31,647	30,938	0	0
Obligations of states and political subdivisions											568,642	111,380	0	0	568,642	111,380	0	0
Other											9,659	14,080	665	638	8,994	13,442	0	0
Mortgage servicing rights											35,668	42,306	0	0	0	0	35,668	42,306
Derivative instruments											53,057	33,120	0	0	0	0	53,057	33,120
Liabilities:
Derivative instruments											51,208	32,766	0	0	0	0	51,208	32,766
Assets:
Loans held for sale							110,294	83,458	110,323	83,503									110,294	56,876	0	0	0	0	110,294	56,876	0	0
Impaired loans																			211,112	338,821	(25,546)	(49,419)	0	0	0	0	211,112	338,821
Other real estate owned																			167,808	136,412	(26,520)	(14,738)	0	0	0	0	167,808	136,412
Total																			2,662,260	1,220,889			665	638	2,572,870	1,144,825	88,725	75,426
Changes in fair value of net assets (liabilities) classified as Level 3 [Roll Forward]
Beginning Balance	30,174	38,642	342	2,685	0	0
Year to date net gains (losses) included in:
Net (loss) income	5,494	3,664	1,507	(2,331)	0	0
Other comprehensive income	0	0	0	0	0	0
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net	0	0	0	0	0	0
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3	0	0	0	0	0	0
Ending Balance	35,668	42,306	1,849	354	0	0
Net unrealized (losses) gains included in net income for the quarter relating to assets and liabilities held	3,697	2,540	1,507	(2,331)	0	0
Assets:
Cash and due from banks							184,441	195,681	184,441	195,681
Interest bearing deposits with other banks							665,675	303,663	665,675	303,663
Available-for-sale securities							2,573,535	2,513,518	2,573,535	2,513,518
Net loans and leases							8,556,146	8,675,193	8,605,943	8,730,819
Loans held for sale							110,294	83,458	110,323	83,503									110,294	56,876	0	0	0	0	110,294	56,876	0	0
Liabilities:
Noninterest bearing deposits							2,260,012	2,269,799	2,260,012	2,269,799
Savings and interest bearing deposits							5,964,841	5,698,527	5,964,841	5,698,527
Other time deposits							2,857,469	2,986,863	2,901,829	3,029,147
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase and other short-term borrowings							402,589	375,433	402,121	375,285
Long-term debt and other borrowings							193,877	193,880	205,974	200,166
Derivative instruments:
Forward commitments to sell fixed rate mortgage loans							(98)	(1,057)	(98)	(1,057)
Commitments to fund fixed rate mortgage loans							2,710	2,140	2,710	2,140
Interest rate swap position to receive							50,094	53,608	50,094	53,608
Interest rate swap position to pay							$ (50,857)	$ (54,349)	$ (50,857)	$ (54,349)

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GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Carrying amounts of goodwill [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of period	$ 271,297
Goodwill recorded during the period	0
Balance, end of period	271,297	271,297
Amortized intangible assets [Abstract]
Gross Carrying Amount	60,625		60,625
Accumulated Amortization	45,463		44,701
Aggregate amortization expense [Abstract]
Total	762	854
Estimated Amortization Expense:
For year ending December 31, 2012	2,940
For year ending December 31, 2013	2,250
For year ending December 31, 2014	1,944
For year ending December 31, 2015	1,615
For year ending December 31, 2016	1,274
Trade names [Member]
Unamortized intangible assets [Abstract]
Gross Carrying Amount	688		688
Core deposit intangibles [Member]
Amortized intangible assets [Abstract]
Gross Carrying Amount	27,801		27,801
Accumulated Amortization	20,971		20,728
Aggregate amortization expense [Abstract]
Total	243	267
Estimated Amortization Expense:
For year ending December 31, 2012	946
For year ending December 31, 2013	582
For year ending December 31, 2014	526
For year ending December 31, 2015	487
For year ending December 31, 2016	451
Customer relationship intangibles [Member]
Amortized intangible assets [Abstract]
Gross Carrying Amount	32,749		32,749
Accumulated Amortization	24,445		23,935
Aggregate amortization expense [Abstract]
Total	510	578
Estimated Amortization Expense:
For year ending December 31, 2012	1,957
For year ending December 31, 2013	1,668
For year ending December 31, 2014	1,418
For year ending December 31, 2015	1,128
For year ending December 31, 2016	823
Non-solicitation intangibles [Member]
Amortized intangible assets [Abstract]
Gross Carrying Amount	75		75
Accumulated Amortization	47		38
Aggregate amortization expense [Abstract]
Total	9	9
Estimated Amortization Expense:
For year ending December 31, 2012	37
For year ending December 31, 2013	0
For year ending December 31, 2014	0
For year ending December 31, 2015	0
For year ending December 31, 2016	0
Community Banking [Member]
Carrying amounts of goodwill [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of period	217,618
Goodwill recorded during the period	0
Balance, end of period	217,618
Insurance Agencies [Member]
Carrying amounts of goodwill [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of period	53,679
Goodwill recorded during the period	0
Balance, end of period	$ 53,679

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ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSS

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES [Abstract]

ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES

NOTE 3 – ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES

The following tables summarize the changes in the allowance for credit losses by segment and class for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended
	March 31, 2012
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision			Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	20,724	$	(4,272	)	$	1,542	$	2,988		$	20,982
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		36,529		(4,216	)		323		3,912			36,548
Home equity		8,630		(851	)		315		134			8,228
Agricultural		3,921		(96	)		10		(449	)		3,386
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		21,929		(3,868	)		351		2,230			20,642
Construction, acquisition and development		45,562		(11,394	)		2,155		(862	)		35,461
Commercial real estate		39,444		(2,809	)		383		2,364			39,382
Credit Cards		4,021		(562	)		118		(436	)		3,141
All other		14,358		(758	)		288		119			14,007
Total	$	195,118	$	(28,826	)	$	5,485	$	10,000		$	181,777

	Year ended
	December 31, 2011
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision		Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	22,479	$	(17,337	)	$	1,567	$	14,015	$	20,724
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		35,540		(10,186	)		1,111		10,064		36,529
Home equity		7,305		(5,852	)		185		6,992		8,630
Agricultural		4,997		(3,420	)		123		2,221		3,921
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		20,403		(10,302	)		393		11,435		21,929
Construction, acquisition and development		59,048		(67,362	)		3,951		49,925		45,562
Commercial real estate		33,439		(17,436	)		1,045		22,396		39,444
Credit Cards		4,126		(3,072	)		803		2,164		4,021
All other		9,576		(7,088	)		1,001		10,869		14,358
Total	$	196,913	$	(142,055	)	$	10,179	$	130,081	$	195,118

	Three months ended
	March 31, 2011
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision			Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	22,479	$	(8,809	)	$	184	$	6,525		$	20,379
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		35,540		(3,260	)		143		1,189			33,612
Home equity		7,305		(1,082	)		45		1,424			7,692
Agricultural		4,997		(592	)		2		40			4,447
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		20,403		(1,716	)		173		11,064			29,924
Construction, acquisition and development		59,048		(32,343	)		564		26,959			54,228
Commercial real estate		33,439		(4,514	)		13		4,547			33,485
Credit Cards		4,126		(881	)		255		(54	)		3,446
All other		9,576		(553	)		312		1,785			11,120
Total	$	196,913	$	(53,750	)	$	1,691	$	53,479		$	198,333

The following tables provide the allowance for credit losses by segment, class and impairment status as of the dates indicated:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Balance of Impaired Loans		Allowance for Impaired Loans and Leases		Allowance for All Other Loans and Leases		Total Allowance
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	6,106	$	1,548	$	19,434	$	20,982
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		28,416		3,977		32,571		36,548
Home equity		1,583		178		8,050		8,228
Agricultural		3,099		386		3,000		3,386
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		28,152		3,051		17,591		20,642
Construction, acquisition and development		111,263		11,736		23,725		35,461
Commercial real estate		31,482		4,410		34,972		39,382
Credit Cards		-		-		3,141		3,141
All other		1,011		260		13,747		14,007
Total	$	211,112	$	25,546	$	156,231	$	181,777

	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Balance of Impaired Loans		Allowance for Impaired Loans and Leases		Allowance for All Other Loans and Leases		Total Allowance
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	7,833	$	4,071	$	16,653	$	20,724
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		31,793		4,386		32,143		36,529
Home equity		675		48		8,582		8,630
Agricultural		3,096		380		3,541		3,921
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		24,801		3,601		18,328		21,929
Construction, acquisition and development		128,179		21,581		23,981		45,562
Commercial real estate		36,122		5,324		34,120		39,444
Credit Cards		-		-		4,021		4,021
All other		2,424		317		14,041		14,358
Total	$	234,923	$	39,708	$	155,410	$	195,118

Management evaluates impaired loans individually in determining the adequacy of the allowance for impaired loans.

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OTHER REAL ESTATE OWNED (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended			12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012		Mar. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Activity in other real estate owned [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	$ 173,805,000		$ 133,412,000	$ 133,412,000
Additions to foreclosed properties
New foreclosed properties	10,766,000		21,464,000	125,234,000
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Sales	(11,771,000)		(13,528,000)	(64,488,000)
Writedowns	(4,992,000)		(4,936,000)	(20,353,000)
Balance at end of year	167,808,000		136,412,000	173,805,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	167,808,000		136,412,000	173,805,000
Foreclosed property expenses [Abstract]
Total foreclosed property expenses	8,409,000		7,082,000
Realized net losses on dispositions and holding losses on valuations of foreclosed properties	5,800,000		5,400,000
Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	26,339,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	26,339,000
Arkansas [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	4,906,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	4,906,000	[1]
Mississippi [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	36,046,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	36,046,000	[1]
Missouri [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	4,502,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	4,502,000
Greater Memphis Area [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	62,875,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	62,875,000
Tennessee [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	25,657,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	25,657,000	[1]
Texas and Louisiana [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	3,203,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	3,203,000
Other Geographical Areas [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	4,280,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	4,280,000
Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	1,260,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	1,260,000
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	423,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	423,000
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Arkansas [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	16,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	16,000	[1]
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Mississippi [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0	[1]
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Missouri [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Greater Memphis Area [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	821,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	821,000
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Tennessee [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0	[1]
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Texas and Louisiana [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Commercial and industrial segment [Member] | Other Geographical Areas [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	18,814,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	18,814,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	775,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	775,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	5,167,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	5,167,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	9,374,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	9,374,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	113,515,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	113,515,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	16,979,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	16,979,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	3,505,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	3,505,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	902,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	902,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	1,564,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	1,564,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	16,179,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	16,179,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	3,557,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	3,557,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Arkansas [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	615,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	615,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Arkansas [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	26,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	26,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Arkansas [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Arkansas [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	656,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	656,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Arkansas [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	1,766,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	1,766,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Arkansas [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	1,744,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	1,744,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Mississippi [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	2,970,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	2,970,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Mississippi [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	22,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	22,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Mississippi [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	730,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	730,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Mississippi [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	2,583,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	2,583,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Mississippi [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	25,510,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	25,510,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Mississippi [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	3,241,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	3,241,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Missouri [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Missouri [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Missouri [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Missouri [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	2,113,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	2,113,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Missouri [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	1,965,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	1,965,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Missouri [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	307,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	307,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Greater Memphis Area [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	4,713,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	4,713,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Greater Memphis Area [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	586,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	586,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Greater Memphis Area [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	1,164,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	1,164,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Greater Memphis Area [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	1,829,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	1,829,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Greater Memphis Area [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	46,007,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	46,007,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Greater Memphis Area [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	7,318,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	7,318,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Tennessee [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	3,523,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	3,523,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Tennessee [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	141,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	141,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Tennessee [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	2,371,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	2,371,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Tennessee [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	164,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	164,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Tennessee [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	19,458,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	19,458,000	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Tennessee [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0	[1]
Real estate segment [Member] | Texas and Louisiana [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	111,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	111,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Texas and Louisiana [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Texas and Louisiana [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Texas and Louisiana [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	174,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	174,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Texas and Louisiana [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	2,630,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	2,630,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Texas and Louisiana [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	233,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	233,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Other Geographical Areas [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	3,377,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	3,377,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Other Geographical Areas [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Other Geographical Areas [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Other Geographical Areas [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	291,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	291,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Other Geographical Areas [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Other Geographical Areas [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	579,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	579,000
All other receivables [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	1,924,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	1,924,000
All other receivables [Member] | Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	209,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	209,000
All other receivables [Member] | Arkansas [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	83,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	83,000	[1]
All other receivables [Member] | Mississippi [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	990,000	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	990,000	[1]
All other receivables [Member] | Missouri [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	117,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	117,000
All other receivables [Member] | Greater Memphis Area [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	437,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	437,000
All other receivables [Member] | Tennessee [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	0	[1]
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	0	[1]
All other receivables [Member] | Texas and Louisiana [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	55,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	55,000
All other receivables [Member] | Other Geographical Areas [Member]
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Balance at end of year	33,000
Other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class [Abstract]
Total	$ 33,000

[1] Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

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GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS [Abstract]

Goodwill Carrying Amounts by Operating Segment

The carrying amounts of goodwill by operating segment for the three months ended March 31, 2012 were as follows:

	Community		Insurance
	Banking		Agencies		Total
	(In thousands)
Balance as of December 31, 2011	$	217,618	$	53,679	$	271,297
Goodwill recorded during the period		-		-		-
Balance as of March 31, 2012	$	217,618	$	53,679	$	271,297

Carrying Value and Accumulated Amortization of Identifiable Intangible Assets

The following tables present information regarding the components of the Company's identifiable intangible assets for the dates and periods indicated:

	As of				As of
	March 31, 2012				December 31, 2011
	Gross Carrying		Accumulated		Gross Carrying		Accumulated
	Amount		Amortization		Amount		Amortization
Amortized intangible assets:	(In thousands)
Core deposit intangibles	$	27,801	$	20,971	$	27,801	$	20,728
Customer relationship intangibles		32,749		24,445		32,749		23,935
Non-solicitation intangibles		75		47		75		38
Total	$	60,625	$	45,463	$	60,625	$	44,701
Unamortized intangible assets:
Trade names	$	688	$	-	$	688	$	-

Aggregate Amortization Expense

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
Aggregate amortization expense for:	(In thousands)
Core deposit intangibles	$	243	$	267
Customer relationship intangibles		510		578
Non-solicitation intangibles		9		9
Total	$	762	$	854

Future Estimated Amortization Expense

The following table presents information regarding estimated amortization expense on the Company's amortizable identifiable intangible assets for the year ending December 31, 2012 and the succeeding four years:

			Customer		Non-
	Core Deposit		Relationship		Solicitation
	Intangibles		Intangibles		Intangibles		Total
Estimated Amortization Expense:	(In thousands)
For year ending December 31, 2012	$	946	$	1,957	$	37	$	2,940
For year ending December 31, 2013		582		1,668		-		2,250
For year ending December 31, 2014		526		1,418		-		1,944
For year ending December 31, 2015		487		1,128		-		1,615
For year ending December 31, 2016		451		823		-		1,274

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COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME [Abstract]

Components of Other Comprehensive Income

The following tables present the components of other comprehensive income and the related tax effects allocated to each component for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended March 31,
	2012									2011
	Before			Tax			Net			Before			Tax			Net
	tax			(expense)			of tax			tax			(expense)			of tax
	amount			benefit			amount			amount			benefit			amount
Net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities:	(In thousands)
Unrealized losses arising during holding period	$	(4,706	)	$	1,799		$	(2,907	)	$	(4,044	)	$	1,537		$	(2,507	)
Less:  Reclassification adjustment for n et gains realized in net income		(74	)		28			(46	)		(17	)		7			(10	)
Recognized employee benefit plan     net periodic benefit cost		1,192			(114	)		1,078			633			(242	)		391
Other comprehensive loss	$	(3,588	)	$	1,713		$	(1,875	)	$	(3,428	)	$	1,302		$	(2,126	)
Net income (loss)								22,866									(494	)
Comprehensive income (loss)							$	20,991								$	(2,620	)

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SECURITIES (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	$ 2,512,847		$ 2,448,051
Gross Unrealized Gains	62,077		65,884
Gross Unrealized Losses	1,389		417
Estimated Fair Value	2,573,535	1,145,463	2,513,518
Gross gains recognized on available-for-sale securities	94,000	1,000
Gross losses recognized on available-for-sale securities	20,000	0
Equity securities, considered maturity (in years)	10Y
Available-for-sale securities, amortized cost, by contractual maturity [Abstract]
Maturing in one year or less	342,145
Maturing after one year through five years	1,631,097
Maturing after five years through ten years	85,957
Maturing after ten years	453,648
Total	2,512,847
Available-for-sale securities, estimated fair value, by contractual maturity [Abstract]
Maturing in one year or less	346,944
Maturing after one year through five years	1,658,411
Maturing after five years through ten years	89,456
Maturing after ten years	478,724
Total	2,573,535	1,145,463	2,513,518
Available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions [Abstract]
Less Than 12 Months Fair Value	188,449		55,670
Less Than 12 Months Unrealized Losses	1,231		168
12 Months or Longer Fair Value	3,916		12,965
12 Months or Longer Unrealized Losses	158		249
Total Fair Value Available-for-sale Securities	192,365		68,635
Total Unrealized Losses Available-for-sale Securities	1,389		417
Available-for-sale securities, weighted average yield, by contractual maturity [Abstract]
Maturing in one year or less (in hundredths)	3.11%
Maturing after one year through five years (in hundredths)	1.86%
Maturing after five years through ten years (in hundredths)	4.55%
Maturing after ten years (in hundredths)	5.68%
U.S. Government Agencies [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	1,552,991		1,471,920
Gross Unrealized Gains	25,975		29,347
Gross Unrealized Losses	525		24
Estimated Fair Value	1,578,441		1,501,243
Available-for-sale securities, estimated fair value, by contractual maturity [Abstract]
Total	1,578,441		1,501,243
Available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions [Abstract]
Less Than 12 Months Fair Value	120,223		34,850
Less Than 12 Months Unrealized Losses	525		24
12 Months or Longer Fair Value	0		0
12 Months or Longer Unrealized Losses	0		0
Total Fair Value Available-for-sale Securities	120,223		34,850
Total Unrealized Losses Available-for-sale Securities	525		24
Government Agency Issued Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	377,767		394,894
Gross Unrealized Gains	7,910		9,786
Gross Unrealized Losses	531		70
Estimated Fair Value	385,146		404,610
Available-for-sale securities, estimated fair value, by contractual maturity [Abstract]
Total	385,146		404,610
Available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions [Abstract]
Less Than 12 Months Fair Value	45,471		0
Less Than 12 Months Unrealized Losses	445		0
12 Months or Longer Fair Value	3,599		3,751
12 Months or Longer Unrealized Losses	86		70
Total Fair Value Available-for-sale Securities	49,070		3,751
Total Unrealized Losses Available-for-sale Securities	531		70
Government Agency Issued Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	28,876		31,161
Gross Unrealized Gains	2,780		3,438
Gross Unrealized Losses	9		0
Estimated Fair Value	31,647		34,599
Available-for-sale securities, estimated fair value, by contractual maturity [Abstract]
Total	31,647		34,599
Available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions [Abstract]
Less Than 12 Months Fair Value	1,023		0
Less Than 12 Months Unrealized Losses	9		0
12 Months or Longer Fair Value	0		0
12 Months or Longer Unrealized Losses	0		0
Total Fair Value Available-for-sale Securities	1,023		0
Total Unrealized Losses Available-for-sale Securities	9		0
Obligations of States and Political Subdivisions [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	544,267		541,138
Gross Unrealized Gains	24,699		22,705
Gross Unrealized Losses	324		323
Estimated Fair Value	568,642		563,520
Available-for-sale securities, estimated fair value, by contractual maturity [Abstract]
Total	568,642		563,520
Available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions [Abstract]
Less Than 12 Months Fair Value	21,732		20,820
Less Than 12 Months Unrealized Losses	252		144
12 Months or Longer Fair Value	317		9,214
12 Months or Longer Unrealized Losses	72		179
Total Fair Value Available-for-sale Securities	22,049		30,034
Total Unrealized Losses Available-for-sale Securities	324		323
Other Available for Sale Securities [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	8,946		8,938
Gross Unrealized Gains	713		608
Gross Unrealized Losses	0		0
Estimated Fair Value	9,659		9,546
Available-for-sale securities, estimated fair value, by contractual maturity [Abstract]
Total	9,659		9,546
Available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions [Abstract]
Less Than 12 Months Fair Value	0		0
Less Than 12 Months Unrealized Losses	0		0
12 Months or Longer Fair Value	0		0
12 Months or Longer Unrealized Losses	0		0
Total Fair Value Available-for-sale Securities	0		0
Total Unrealized Losses Available-for-sale Securities	$ 0		$ 0

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PENSION, OTHER POST RETIREMENT BENEFIT AND PROFIT SHARING PLANS (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

PENSION, OTHER POST RETIREMENT BENEFIT AND PROFIT SHARING PLANS [Abstract]

Components of Net Periodic Benefit Cost

The following table presents the components of net periodic benefit costs for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012			2011
	(In thousands)
Service cost	$	2,592		$	2,082
Interest cost		2,072			2,028
Expected return on assets		(3,670	)		(3,713	)
Amortization of unrecognized transition amount		5			5
Recognized prior service cost		(192	)		50
Recognized net loss		1,379			578
Net periodic benefit costs	$	2,186		$	1,030

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SEGMENT REPORTING (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

SEGMENT REPORTING [Abstract]

Results of Operations and Selected Financial Information by Operating Segment

Results of operations and selected financial information by operating segment for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011 were as follows:

	Community Banking			Insurance Agencies		General Corporate and Other			Total
	(In thousands)
Three months ended March 31, 2012:
Results of Operations
Net interest revenue	$	107,652		$	73	$	(2,115	)	$	105,610
Provision for credit losses		10,228			-		(228	)		10,000
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses		97,424			73		(1,887	)		95,610
Noninterest revenue		31,185			23,151		18,024			72,360
Noninterest expense		99,059			18,698		17,923			135,680
Income (loss) before income taxes		29,550			4,526		(1,786	)		32,290
Income tax expense (benefit)		9,172			1,819		(1,567	)		9,424
Net income (loss)	$	20,378		$	2,707	$	(219	)	$	22,866
Selected Financial Information
Total assets at end of period	$	10,765,843		$	175,763	$	2,365,966		$	13,307,572
Depreciation and amortization		6,022			874		699			7,595
Three months ended March 31, 2011:
Results of Operations
Net interest revenue	$	102,663		$	94	$	6,680		$	109,437
Provision for credit losses		53,241			-		238			53,479
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses		49,422			94		6,442			55,958
Noninterest revenue		27,991			22,538		17,782			68,311
Noninterest expense		82,710			18,060		29,240			130,010
(Loss) income before income taxes		(5,297	)		4,572		(5,016	)		(5,741	)
Income tax (benefit) expense		(3,926	)		1,822		(3,143	)		(5,247	)
Net (loss) income	$	(1,371	)	$	2,750	$	(1,873	)	$	(494	)
Selected Financial Information
Total assets at end of period	$	10,636,472		$	164,488	$	2,746,278		$	13,547,238
Depreciation and amortization		6,273			975		1,082			8,330

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LOAN AND LEASES

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

LOANS AND LEASES [Abstract]

LOANS AND LEASES

NOTE 2 – LOANS AND LEASES

The Company's loan and lease portfolio is disaggregated into the following segments:  commercial and industrial; real estate; credit card; and all other loans and leases.  The real estate segment is further disaggregated into the following classes:  consumer mortgage; home equity; agricultural; commercial and industrial-owner occupied; construction, acquisition and development; and commercial real estate.  A summary of gross loans and leases by segment and class as of the dates indicated follows:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	1,452,492	$	1,497,380	$	1,484,967
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		1,937,997		1,958,367		1,945,190
Home equity		501,331		531,406		514,362
Agricultural		256,683		250,393		239,487
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,287,542		1,316,824		1,301,575
Construction, acquisition and development		858,110		1,117,335		908,362
Commercial real estate		1,742,001		1,831,226		1,754,022
Credit cards		100,527		100,732		106,281
All other		640,855		651,946		657,012
Total	$	8,777,538	$	9,255,609	$	8,911,258

The following table shows the Company's  loans and leases, net of unearned income, as of March 31, 2012 by segment, class and geographical location:

	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	56,958	$	165,503	$	333,153	$	51,881	$	16,991	$	78,288	$	249,569	$	489,384	$	1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		108,285		270,476		757,160		55,566		82,585		166,615		444,094		53,216		1,937,997
Home equity		57,995		39,922		170,628		24,849		67,484		75,894		62,253		2,306		501,331
Agricultural		5,775		83,839		72,900		3,937		9,262		13,199		62,470		5,301		256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		114,985		166,065		453,201		68,002		95,874		95,133		244,967		49,315		1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development		104,362		69,566		244,459		48,115		95,198		92,608		185,781		18,021		858,110
Commercial real estate		203,365		342,591		342,816		219,999		115,186		101,142		362,700		54,202		1,742,001
Credit cards		-		-		-		-		-		-		-		100,527		100,527
All other		31,347		88,646		195,309		5,662		57,105		47,204		95,521		91,211		612,005
Total	$	683,072	$	1,226,608	$	2,569,626	$	478,011	$	539,685	$	670,083	$	1,707,355	$	863,483	$	8,737,923
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

The Company's loan concentrations which exceed 10% of total loans are reflected in the preceding tables.  A substantial portion of construction, acquisition and development loans are secured by real estate in markets in which the Company is located.  The Company's general loan policy prohibits the use of interest reserves on loans originated after March 2010.  Certain of the construction, acquisition and development loans were structured with interest-only terms.  A portion of the consumer mortgage and commercial real estate portfolios originated through the permanent financing of construction, acquisition and development loans.  The prolonged economic downturn has negatively impacted many borrowers' and guarantors' ability to make payments under the terms of the loans as their liquidity has been depleted.  Accordingly, the ultimate collectability of a substantial portion of these loans and the recovery of a substantial portion of the carrying amount of other real estate owned are susceptible to changes in real estate values in the corresponding market areas.  Continued economic distress could negatively impact additional borrowers' and guarantors' ability to repay their debt which would make more of the Company's loans collateral dependent.

The following tables provide details regarding the aging of the Company's loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by segment and class at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	30-59 Days Past Due	60-89 Days Past Due	90+ Days Past Due	Total Past Due	Current	Total Outstanding	90+ Days Past Due still Accruing
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$3,831	$1,511	$3,392	$8,734	$1,432,993	$1,441,727	$10
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	10,482	4,776	17,830	33,088	1,904,909	1,937,997	1,314
Home equity	1,832	769	288	2,889	498,442	501,331	-
Agricultural	638	25	1,518	2,181	254,502	256,683	-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	2,493	1,601	8,603	12,697	1,274,845	1,287,542	-
Construction, acquisition and development	9,860	331	16,142	26,333	831,777	858,110	-
Commercial real estate	5,165	1,540	8,979	15,684	1,726,317	1,742,001	-
Credit cards	377	360	587	1,324	99,203	100,527	228
All other	1,740	359	372	2,471	609,534	612,005	146
Total	$36,418	$11,272	$57,711	$105,401	$8,632,522	$8,737,923	$1,698

	December 31, 2011
	30-59 Days Past Due		60-89 Days Past Due		90+ Days Past Due		Total Past Due		Current		Total Outstanding		90+ Days Past Due still Accruing
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	5,571	$	4,209	$	4,193	$	13,973	$	1,459,755	$	1,473,728	$	12
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		15,740		6,485		14,569		36,794		1,908,396		1,945,190		2,974
Home equity		1,837		265		594		2,696		511,666		514,362		-
Agricultural		666		54		719		1,439		238,048		239,487		-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		2,199		844		12,977		16,020		1,285,555		1,301,575		-
Construction, acquisition and development		4,826		4,955		33,584		43,365		864,997		908,362		-
Commercial real estate		3,778		2,702		9,397		15,877		1,738,145		1,754,022		-
Credit cards		595		303		697		1,595		104,686		106,281		299
All other		2,124		390		1,579		4,093		623,211		627,304		149
Total	$	37,336	$	20,207	$	78,309	$	135,852	$	8,734,459	$	8,870,311	$	3,434

The Company utilizes an internal loan classification system to grade loans according to certain credit quality indicators.  These credit quality indicators include, but are not limited to, recent credit performance, delinquency, liquidity, cash flows, debt coverage ratios, collateral type and loan-to-value ratio.  The Company's internal loan classification system is compatible with classifications used by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as well as other regulatory agencies.  Loans may be classified as follows:

Pass:  Loans which are performing as agreed with few or no signs of weakness.  These loans show sufficient cash flow, capital and collateral to repay the loan as agreed.  Borrowers for these loans include well capitalized public corporations.

Special Mention:  Loans where potential weaknesses have developed which could cause a more serious problem if not corrected.

Substandard:  Loans where well-defined weaknesses exist that require corrective action to prevent further deterioration.

Doubtful:  Loans having all the characteristics of Substandard and which have deteriorated to a point where collection and liquidation in full is highly questionable.

Loss:  Loans that are considered uncollectible or with limited possible recovery.

Impaired:  Loans for which it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement and for which a specific impairment reserve has been considered.

The following tables provide details of the Company's loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by segment, class and internally assigned grade at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Pass	Special Mention	Substandard	Doubtful	Loss	Impaired	Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$1,376,983	$6,449	$47,783	$4,159	$247	$6,106	$1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgage	1,729,187	23,918	151,679	4,351	446	28,416	1,937,997
Home equity	476,300	2,793	19,626	754	275	1,583	501,331
Agricultural	229,865	1,936	21,763	20	-	3,099	256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	1,151,368	24,662	83,041	230	89	28,152	1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development	601,396	22,939	121,556	956	-	111,263	858,110
Commercial real estate	1,491,021	47,535	171,891	72	-	31,482	1,742,001
Credit Cards	100,527	-	-	-	-	-	100,527
All other	575,399	16,685	18,222	678	10	1,011	612,005
Total	$7,732,046	$146,917	$635,561	$11,220	$1,067	$211,112	$8,737,923

	December 31, 2011
	Pass	Special Mention	Substandard	Doubtful	Loss	Impaired	Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$1,415,731	$4,947	$43,549	$1,263	$405	$7,833	$1,473,728
Real estate
Consumer mortgage	1,742,593	17,914	148,267	4,434	189	31,793	1,945,190
Home equity	492,235	2,775	17,050	1,134	493	675	514,362
Agricultural	213,280	3,795	19,296	20	-	3,096	239,487
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	1,167,220	18,280	90,778	496	-	24,801	1,301,575
Construction, acquisition and development	619,497	23,429	136,412	845	-	128,179	908,362
Commercial real estate	1,501,196	37,409	179,295	-	-	36,122	1,754,022
Credit Cards	105,867	41	175	188	10	-	106,281
All other	587,970	16,104	20,263	470	73	2,424	627,304
Total	$7,845,589	$124,694	$655,085	$8,850	$1,170	$234,923	$8,870,311

The following tables provide details regarding impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income, by segment and class at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	4,931	$	5,684	$	-	$	3,466	$	38
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		14,610		18,635		-		13,178		88
Home equity		874		1,017		-		711		2
Agricultural		1,718		2,895		-		1,602		17
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		16,390		21,261		-		9,438		98
Construction, acquisition and development		64,770		90,905		-		60,417		348
Commercial real estate		16,947		27,306		-		16,122		154
All other		723		1,035		-		788		6
Total	$	120,963	$	168,738	$	-	$	105,722	$	751
With an allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	1,175	$	1,293	$	1,548	$	3,783	$	36
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		13,806		14,867		3,977		17,469		170
Home equity		709		709		178		258		-
Agricultural		1,381		1,422		386		1,483		-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		11,762		12,299		3,051		16,334		73
Construction, acquisition and development		46,493		51,180		11,736		60,877		500
Commercial real estate		14,535		15,616		4,410		18,416		148
All other		288		359		260		327		6
Total	$	90,149	$	97,745	$	25,546	$	118,947	$	933
Total:
Commercial and industrial	$	6,106	$	6,977	$	1,548	$	7,249	$	74
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		28,416		33,502		3,977		30,647		258
Home equity		1,583		1,726		178		969		2
Agricultural		3,099		4,317		386		3,085		17
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		28,152		33,560		3,051		25,772		171
Construction, acquisition and development		111,263		142,085		11,736		121,294		848
Commercial real estate		31,482		42,922		4,410		34,538		302
All other		1,011		1,394		260		1,115		12
Total	$	211,112	$	266,483	$	25,546	$	224,669	$	1,684

	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	4,874	$	6,854	$	-	$	3,879	$	78
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		16,883		19,538		-		19,628		397
Home equity		627		771		-		541		1
Agricultural		1,549		2,676		-		2,502		20
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		6,973		9,191		-		11,598		185
Construction, acquisition and development		69,843		89,782		-		107,596		941
Commercial real estate		15,184		24,198		-		20,702		311
All other		1,284		1,668		-		1,169		67
Total	$	117,217	$	154,678	$	-	$	167,615	$	2,000
With an allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	2,959	$	3,301	$	4,071	$	3,558	$	49
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		14,910		16,224		4,386		14,960		323
Home equity		48		276		48		504		3
Agricultural		1,547		1,547		380		3,164		18
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		17,828		21,085		3,601		10,329		146
Construction, acquisition and development		58,336		67,426		21,581		80,957		1,651
Commercial real estate		20,938		21,422		5,324		27,210		851
All other		1,140		1,140		317		1,307		8
Total	$	117,706	$	132,421	$	39,708	$	141,989	$	3,049
Total:
Commercial and industrial	$	7,833	$	10,155	$	4,071	$	7,437	$	127
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		31,793		35,762		4,386		34,588		720
Home equity		675		1,047		48		1,045		4
Agricultural		3,096		4,223		380		5,666		38
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		24,801		30,276		3,601		21,927		331
Construction, acquisition and development		128,179		157,208		21,581		188,553		2,592
Commercial real estate		36,122		45,620		5,324		47,912		1,162
All other		2,424		2,808		317		2,476		75
Total	$	234,923	$	287,099	$	39,708	$	309,604	$	5,049

The following tables provide details regarding impaired real estate construction, acquisition and development loans and leases, net of unearned income, by collateral type at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		8,174		11,563		-		6,703		56
Recreation and all other loans		367		539		-		368		7
Commercial construction		3,241		4,088		-		1,522		34
Commercial acquisition and development		11,927		14,213		-		12,845		77
Residential acquisition and development		41,061		60,502		-		38,979		174
Total	$	64,770	$	90,905	$	-	$	60,417	$	348
With an allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		3,085		3,085		441		5,550		35
Recreation and all other loans		-		-		-		-		-
Commercial construction		318		839		95		2,395		8
Commercial acquisition and development		9,888		10,028		1,598		10,346		71
Residential acquisition and development		33,202		37,228		9,602		42,586		386
Total	$	46,493	$	51,180	$	11,736	$	60,877	$	500
Total:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		11,259		14,648		441		12,253		91
Recreation and all other loans		367		539		-		368		7
Commercial construction		3,559		4,927		95		3,917		42
Commercial acquisition and development		21,815		24,241		1,598		23,191		148
Residential acquisition and development		74,263		97,730		9,602		81,565		560
Total	$	111,263	$	142,085	$	11,736	$	121,294	$	848

	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	1,067	$	2,259	$	-	$	5,474	$	18
One-to-four family construction		7,931		9,313		-		9,269		94
Recreation and all other loans		372		545		-		491		9
Commercial construction		633		917		-		9,663		83
Commercial acquisition and development		17,130		19,855		-		20,640		99
Residential acquisition and development		42,710		56,893		-		62,059		638
Total	$	69,843	$	89,782	$	-	$	107,596	$	941
With an allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	571	$	-
One-to-four family construction		5,313		6,083		1,589		5,334		108
Recreation and all other loans		-		-		-		271		2
Commercial construction		4,387		5,128		886		7,289		126
Commercial acquisition and development		5,091		7,728		1,418		12,965		429
Residential acquisition and development		43,545		48,487		17,688		54,527		986
Total	$	58,336	$	67,426	$	21,581	$	80,957	$	1,651
Total:
Multi-family construction	$	1,067	$	2,259	$	-	$	6,045	$	18
One-to-four family construction		13,244		15,396		1,589		14,603		202
Recreation and all other loans		372		545		-		762		11
Commercial construction		5,020		6,045		886		16,952		209
Commercial acquisition and development		22,221		27,583		1,418		33,605		528
Residential acquisition and development		86,255		105,380		17,688		116,586		1,624
Total	$	128,179	$	157,208	$	21,581	$	188,553	$	2,592

Loans considered impaired under Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 310, Receivables (“FASB ASC 310”), are loans for which, based on current information and events, it is probable that the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.  The Company's recorded investment in loans considered impaired at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 was $211.1 million and $234.9 million, respectively.  At March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, $90.1 million and $117.7 million, respectively, of those impaired loans had a valuation allowance of $25.5 million and $39.7 million, respectively.  The remaining balance of impaired loans of $121.0 million and $117.2 million at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively, were charged down to fair value, less estimated selling costs which approximated net realizable value.  Therefore, such loans did not have an associated valuation allowance.  Impaired loans that were characterized as troubled debt restructurings (“TDRs”) totaled $51.9 million and $58.0 million at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011, respectively.  The average recorded investment in impaired loans was $224.7 million and $309.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2012 and the year ended December 31, 2011, respectively.

Non-performing loans and leases (“NPLs”) consist of non-accrual loans and leases, loans and leases 90 days or more past due and still accruing, and loans and leases that have been restructured because of the borrower's weakened financial condition.  The following table presents information concerning NPLs as of the dates indicated:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Non-accrual loans and leases	$	253,227	$	370,726	$	276,798
Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing		1,698		4,829		3,434
Restructured loans and leases still accruing		30,311		49,472		42,018
Total non-performing loans and leases	$	285,236	$	425,027	$	322,250

The Bank's policy for all loan classifications provides that loans and leases are generally placed in non-accrual status if, in management's opinion, payment in full of principal or interest is not expected or payment of principal or interest is more than 90 days past due, unless such loan or lease is both well-secured and in the process of collection.  At March 31, 2012, the Company's geographic NPL distribution was concentrated primarily in its Alabama, Texas, Louisiana and Tennessee markets, including the greater Memphis, Tennessee area, a portion of which is in northwest Mississippi and Arkansas.  The following table presents the Company's nonaccrual loans and leases by segment and class as of the dates indicated:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	11,025	$	14,655	$	12,260
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		46,562		58,748		47,878
Home equity		2,687		1,543		2,036
Agricultural		4,254		7,597		4,179
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		32,842		24,638		33,112
Construction, acquisition and development		115,649		202,124		133,110
Commercial real estate		35,715		58,945		40,616
Credit cards		509		617		594
All other		3,984		1,859		3,013
Total	$	253,227	$	370,726	$	276,798

In the normal course of business, management will sometimes grant concessions, which would not otherwise be considered, to borrowers that are experiencing financial difficulty.  Loans identified as meeting the criteria set out in FASB ASC 310 are identified as TDRs.  The concessions granted most frequently for TDRs involve reductions or delays in required payments of principal and interest for a specified period, the rescheduling of payments in accordance with a bankruptcy plan or the charge-off of a portion of the loan.  In most cases, the conditions of the credit also warrant nonaccrual status, even after the restructure occurs.  As part of the credit approval process, the restructured loans are evaluated for adequate collateral protection in determining the appropriate accrual status at the time of restructure.  TDRs recorded as nonaccrual loans may be returned to accrual status in years after the restructure if there has been at least a six-month period of sustained repayment performance by the borrower under the restructured loan terms and the interest rate at the time of restructure was at or above market for a comparable loan.  During the first quarter of 2012, the most common concessions that were granted involved rescheduling payments of principal and interest over a longer amortization period, granting a period of reduced principal payment or interest only payment for a limited time period, or the rescheduling of payments in accordance with a bankruptcy plan.

The following tables summarize the financial effect of TDRs for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended March 31, 2012
	Number of Contracts		Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment		Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		5	$	1,010	$	674
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		13		3,265		3,211
Agricultural		1		407		404
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		8		2,128		2,117
Construction, acquisition and development		11		7,280		6,956
Commercial real estate		6		3,180		3,172
All other		5		639		637
Total		49	$	17,909	$	17,171

	Year ended December 31, 2011
	Number of Contracts		Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment		Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		7	$	3,142	$	2,374
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		35		6,901		6,424
Agricultural		4		2,650		1,479
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		29		13,330		11,740
Construction, acquisition and development		30		23,863		19,228
Commercial real estate		24		16,121		15,046
All other		7		2,957		2,406
Total		136	$	68,964	$	58,697

The following tables summarize TDRs within the previous 12 months for which there was a payment default during the period indicated (i.e., 30 days or more past due at any given time during the period indicated):

	Three months ended March 31, 2012
	Number of Contracts		Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		1	$	129
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		6		518
Agricultural		1		170
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		3		1,362
Commercial real estate		2		1,514
Total		13	$	3,693

	Year ended December 31, 2011
	Number of Contracts		Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		4	$	1,506
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		4		1,563
Agricultural		3		1,382
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		6		1,683
Construction, acquisition and development		13		3,622
Commercial real estate		3		2,946
All other		1		302
Total		34	$	13,004

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3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

MORTGAGE SERVICING RIGHTS [Abstract]

Data and Assumptions Used in Fair Value Calculation

Data and assumptions used in the fair value calculation related to MSRs as of the dates indicated were as follows:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(Dollars in thousands)
Unpaid principal balance	$	4,413,139	$	3,946,961	$	4,293,552
Weighted-average prepayment speed (CPR)		18.1		13.9		22.7
Discount rate (annual percentage)		10.3		10.3		10.3
Weighted-average coupon interest rate (percentage)		4.8		5.2		4.9
Weighted-average remaining maturity (months)		310.0		315.0		311.0
Weighted-average servicing fee (basis points)		27.8		28.3		28.0

Activity in Class of Mortgage Servicing Assets

The following table presents the activity in this class for the periods indicated:

	2012			2011
	(In thousands)
Fair value as of January 1	$	30,174		$	38,642
Additions:
Origination of servicing assets		3,525			2,431
Changes in fair value:
Due to payoffs/paydowns		(1,726	)		(1,300	)
Due to change in valuation inputs or assumptions used in the valuation model		3,697			2,540
Other changes in fair value		(2	)		(7	)
Fair value as of March 31	$	35,668		$	42,306

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LOANS AND LEASES, Troubled Debt Restructurings (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Financial effects of TDRs [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	49	136
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	$ 17,909,000	$ 68,964,000
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	17,171,000	58,697,000
TDRs modified for which there was a payment default [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	13	34
Recorded Investment	3,693,000	13,004,000
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	211,112,000	234,923,000
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	25,546,000	39,708,000
Average Recorded Investment	224,669,000	309,604,000
Impaired loans [Abstract]
Impaired loans that were characterized as troubled debt restructurings	51,900,000	58,000,000
With no related allowance [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	120,963,000	117,217,000
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	105,722,000	167,615,000
With an allowance [Member]
Financing Receivable, Impaired [Line Items]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	90,149,000	117,706,000
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	25,546,000	39,708,000
Average Recorded Investment	118,947,000	141,989,000
Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Financial effects of TDRs [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	5	7
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	1,010,000	3,142,000
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	674,000	2,374,000
TDRs modified for which there was a payment default [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	1	4
Recorded Investment	129,000	1,506,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Financial effects of TDRs [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	13	35
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	3,265,000	6,901,000
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	3,211,000	6,424,000
TDRs modified for which there was a payment default [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	6	4
Recorded Investment	518,000	1,563,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Financial effects of TDRs [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	1	4
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	407,000	2,650,000
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	404,000	1,479,000
TDRs modified for which there was a payment default [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	1	3
Recorded Investment	170,000	1,382,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Financial effects of TDRs [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	8	29
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	2,128,000	13,330,000
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	2,117,000	11,740,000
TDRs modified for which there was a payment default [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	3	6
Recorded Investment	1,362,000	1,683,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Financial effects of TDRs [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	11	30
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	7,280,000	23,863,000
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	6,956,000	19,228,000
TDRs modified for which there was a payment default [Abstract]
Number of Contracts		13
Recorded Investment		3,622,000
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Financial effects of TDRs [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	6	24
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	3,180,000	16,121,000
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	3,172,000	15,046,000
TDRs modified for which there was a payment default [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	2	3
Recorded Investment	1,514,000	2,946,000
All other receivables [Member]
Financial effects of TDRs [Abstract]
Number of Contracts	5	7
Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	639,000	2,957,000
Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment	637,000	2,406,000
TDRs modified for which there was a payment default [Abstract]
Number of Contracts		1
Recorded Investment		$ 302,000

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OTHER NONINTEREST REVENUE AND EXPENSE (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Other noninterest revenue [Abstract]
Annuity fees	$ 642	$ 1,296
Brokerage commissions and fees	1,438	1,638
Bank-owned life insurance	2,613	1,699
Other miscellaneous income	4,377	4,683
Total other noninterest income	9,070	9,316
Other noninterest income [Abstract]
Advertising	841	889
Foreclosed property expense	8,409	7,082
Telecommunications	2,206	2,143
Public relations	1,466	1,514
Data processing	2,764	2,301
Computer software	1,803	1,848
Amortization of intangibles	763	854
Legal fees	2,216	2,598
Postage and shipping	1,255	1,297
Other miscellaneous expense	18,244	17,355
Total other noninterest expense	$ 39,967	$ 37,881

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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Mar. 31, 2011
ASSETS
Cash and due from banks	$ 184,441	$ 195,681	$ 146,989
Interest bearing deposits with other banks	665,675	303,663	102,312
Held-to-maturity securities, at amortized cost	0	0	1,667,203
Available-for-sale securities, at fair value	2,573,535	2,513,518	1,145,463
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreement to resell	0	0	150,000
Loans and leases	8,777,538	8,911,258	9,255,609
Less: Unearned income	39,615	40,947	41,773
Allowance for credit losses	181,777	195,118	198,333
Net loans	8,556,146	8,675,193	9,015,503
Loans held for sale	110,294	83,458	56,876
Premises and equipment, net	321,720	323,383	329,862
Accrued interest receivable	50,008	51,266	61,105
Goodwill	271,297	271,297	271,297
Bank owned life insurance	202,698	200,085	194,988
Other real estate owned	167,808	173,805	136,412
Other assets	203,950	204,502	269,228
TOTAL ASSETS	13,307,572	12,995,851	13,547,238
Deposits:
Demand: Noninterest bearing	2,260,012	2,269,799	2,027,990
Interest bearing	4,897,585	4,706,825	5,023,073
Savings	1,067,256	991,702	932,574
Other time	2,857,469	2,986,863	3,480,477
Total deposits	11,082,322	10,955,189	11,464,114
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase	401,089	373,933	421,782
Short-term Federal Home Loan Bank and other short-term borrowings	1,500	1,500	2,715
Accrued interest payable	7,652	8,644	13,238
Junior subordinated debt securities	160,312	160,312	160,312
Long-term Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings	33,500	33,500	110,000
Other liabilities	228,998	199,861	164,016
TOTAL LIABILITIES	11,915,373	11,732,939	12,336,177
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Common stock, $2.50 par value per share Authorized - 500,000,000 shares; Issued - 94,436,177, 83,483,796 and 83,481,737 shares, respectively	236,090	208,709	208,704
Capital surplus	309,426	227,567	225,597
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(4,136)	(2,261)	(16,579)
Retained earnings	850,819	828,897	793,339
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY	1,392,199	1,262,912	1,211,061
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY	$ 13,307,572	$ 12,995,851	$ 13,547,238

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PER SHARE DATA (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011	Jan. 24, 2012
Income (Numerator) [Abstract]
Income (loss) available to common shareholders	$ 22,866	$ (494)
Effect of dilutive share-based awards	0	0
Income (loss) available to common shareholders plus assumed exercise of all outstanding share based awards	$ 22,866	$ (494)
Shares (Denominator) [Abstract]
Income (loss) available to common shareholders of all outstanding share based awards (in shares)	91,728,000	83,449,000
Effect of dilutive share-based awards (in shares)	42,000	0
Income (loss) available to common shareholders plus assumed exercise (in shares)	91,770,000	83,449,000
Per share amount [Abstract]
Income (loss) available to common shareholders of all outstanding share based awards (in dollars per share)	$ 0.25	$ (0.01)
Income (loss) available to common shareholders plus assumed exercise of (in dollars per share)	$ 0.25	$ (0.01)
Shares issued (in shares)			10,952,381
Stock Options [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive securities excluded from diluted shares (in shares)	3,000,000	3,000,000
Weighted average exercise price of antidilutive securities (in dollars per share)	$ 20.80	$ 20.77
Other Equity Awards [Member]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive securities excluded from diluted shares (in shares)	68,000	57,000

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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Operating Activities:
Net income (loss)	$ 22,866	$ (494)
Adjustment to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Provision for credit losses	10,000	53,479
Depreciation and amortization	6,832	7,476
Deferred taxes	0	(145)
Amortization of intangibles	763	854
Amortization of debt securities premium and discount, net	2,820	1,813
Share-based compensation expense	562	617
Security gains, net	(74)	(17)
Net deferred loan origination expense	(2,006)	(2,127)
Excess tax benefit from exercise of stock options	0	(4)
Decrease (increase) in interest receivable	1,258	(80)
Decrease in interest payable	(992)	(1,098)
Realized gain on mortgages sold	(11,879)	(7,486)
Proceeds from mortgages sold	376,931	244,030
Origination of mortgages held for sale	(395,149)	(202,796)
Increase in bank-owned life insurance	(2,612)	(924)
Decrease (increase) in prepaid pension asset	465	(93)
Decrease in prepaid deposit insurance assessments	5,187	4,887
Other, net	29,584	(18,026)
Net cash provided by operating activities	44,556	79,866
Investing activities:
Proceeds from calls and maturities of held-to-maturity securities	0	88,896
Proceeds from calls and maturities of available-for-sale securities	131,578	22,576
Purchases of held-to-maturity securities	0	(143,549)
Purchases of available-for-sale securities	(199,404)	(77,349)
Net decrease in loans and leases	117,050	66,339
Purchases of premises and equipment	(5,925)	(4,453)
Proceeds from sale of premises and equipment	906	17
Contingency earn-out payment	0	(1,200)
Other, net	(8)	(16)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities	44,197	(48,739)
Financing activities:
Net increase (decrease) in deposits	127,133	(25,907)
Net increase (decrease) in short-term debt and other liabilities	27,153	(18,826)
Issuance of common stock	108,677	0
Excess tax benefit from exercise of stock options	0	4
Payment of cash dividends	(944)	(9,183)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	262,019	(53,912)
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents	350,772	(22,785)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	499,344	272,086
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	$ 850,116	$ 249,301

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LOANS AND LEASES (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2012		Dec. 31, 2011	Mar. 31, 2011
Loans and leases, gross [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	$ 1,452,492		$ 1,484,967	$ 1,497,380
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	1,937,997		1,945,190	1,958,367
Home equity	501,331		514,362	531,406
Agricultural	256,683		239,487	250,393
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	1,287,542		1,301,575	1,316,824
Construction, acquisition and development	858,110		908,362	1,117,335
Commercial	1,742,001		1,754,022	1,831,226
Credit cards	100,527		106,281	100,732
All other	640,855		657,012	651,946
Total	8,777,538		8,911,258	9,255,609
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	1,937,997
Home equity	501,331
Agricultural	256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development	858,110
Commercial	1,742,001
Credit cards	100,527
All other	612,005
Total	8,737,923		8,870,311
Loan concentrations [Abstract]
Maximum percentage of loan concentrations (in hundredths)	10.00%
Alabama and Florida Panhandle [Member]
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	56,958
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	108,285
Home equity	57,995
Agricultural	5,775
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	114,985
Construction, acquisition and development	104,362
Commercial	203,365
Credit cards	0
All other	31,347
Total	683,072
Arkansas [Member]
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	165,503	[1]
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	270,476	[1]
Home equity	39,922	[1]
Agricultural	83,839	[1]
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	166,065	[1]
Construction, acquisition and development	69,566	[1]
Commercial	342,591	[1]
Credit cards	0	[1]
All other	88,646	[1]
Total	1,226,608	[1]
Mississippi [Member]
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	333,153	[1]
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	757,160	[1]
Home equity	170,628	[1]
Agricultural	72,900	[1]
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	453,201	[1]
Construction, acquisition and development	244,459	[1]
Commercial	342,816	[1]
Credit cards	0	[1]
All other	195,309	[1]
Total	2,569,626	[1]
Missouri [Member]
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	51,881
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	55,566
Home equity	24,849
Agricultural	3,937
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	68,002
Construction, acquisition and development	48,115
Commercial	219,999
Credit cards	0
All other	5,662
Total	478,011
Greater Memphis Area [Member]
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	16,991
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	82,585
Home equity	67,484
Agricultural	9,262
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	95,874
Construction, acquisition and development	95,198
Commercial	115,186
Credit cards	0
All other	57,105
Total	539,685
Tennessee [Member]
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	78,288	[1]
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	166,615	[1]
Home equity	75,894	[1]
Agricultural	13,199	[1]
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	95,133	[1]
Construction, acquisition and development	92,608	[1]
Commercial	101,142	[1]
Credit cards	0	[1]
All other	47,204	[1]
Total	670,083	[1]
Texas and Louisiana [Member]
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	249,569
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	444,094
Home equity	62,253
Agricultural	62,470
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	244,967
Construction, acquisition and development	185,781
Commercial	362,700
Credit cards	0
All other	95,521
Total	1,707,355
Other Geographical Areas [Member]
Loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Commercial and industrial	489,384
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	53,216
Home equity	2,306
Agricultural	5,301
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	49,315
Construction, acquisition and development	18,021
Commercial	54,202
Credit cards	100,527
All other	91,211
Total	$ 863,483

[1] Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

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COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES [Abstract]

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES

NOTE 16 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES

The nature of the Company's business ordinarily results in a certain amount of claims, litigation, investigations and legal and administrative investigations and proceedings. Although the Company and its subsidiaries have developed policies and procedures to minimize the impact of legal noncompliance and other disputes, and endeavored to provide reasonable insurance coverage, litigation and regulatory actions present an ongoing risk.

The Company and its subsidiaries are engaged in lines of business that are heavily regulated and involve a large volume of financial transactions and potential transactions with numerous customers or applicants. From time to time, borrowers, customers, former employees and other third parties have brought actions against the Company or its subsidiaries, in some cases claiming substantial damages. Financial services companies are subject to the risk of class action litigation and, from time to time, the Company and its subsidiaries are subject to such actions brought against it. Additionally, the Bank is, and management expects it to be, engaged in a number of foreclosure proceedings and other collection actions as part of its lending and leasing collections activities, which, from time to time, have resulted in counterclaims against the Bank. Various legal proceedings have arisen and may arise in the future out of claims against entities to which the Company is a successor as a result of business combinations. The Company's insurance has deductibles, and will likely not cover all such litigation or other proceedings or the costs of defense. The Company and its subsidiaries may also be subject to enforcement actions by federal or state regulators, including the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Reserve, the FDIC, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Department of Justice, state attorneys general and the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance.

When and as the Company determines it has meritorious defenses to the claims asserted, it vigorously defends against such claims. The Company will consider settlement of claims when, in management's judgment and in consultation with counsel, it is in the best interests of the Company to do so.

The Company cannot predict with certainty the cost of defense, the cost of prosecution or the ultimate outcome of litigation and other proceedings filed by or against it, its directors, management or employees, including remedies or damage awards. On at least a quarterly basis, the Company assesses its liabilities and contingencies in connection with outstanding legal proceedings as well as certain threatened claims (which are not considered incidental to the ordinary conduct of the Company's business) utilizing the latest and most reliable information available. For matters where a loss is not probable or the amount of the loss cannot be estimated, no accrual is established. For matters where it is probable the Company will incur a loss and the amount can be reasonably estimated, the Company establishes an accrual for the loss. Once established, the accrual is adjusted periodically to reflect any relevant developments. The actual cost of any outstanding legal proceedings or threatened claims, however, may turn out to be substantially higher than the amount accrued. Further, the Company's insurance will not cover all such litigation, other proceedings or claims, or the costs of defense.

While the final outcome of any legal proceedings is inherently uncertain, based on the information available, advice of counsel and available insurance coverage, management believes that the litigation-related expense accrued as of March 31, 2012 is adequate and that any incremental liability arising from the Company's legal proceedings and threatened claims, including the matters described herein and those otherwise arising in the ordinary course of business, will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's business or consolidated financial condition. It is possible, however, that future developments could result in an unfavorable outcome for or resolution of any one or more of the lawsuits in which the Company or its subsidiaries are defendants, which may be material to the Company's results of operations for a given fiscal period.

On May 12, 2010, the Company and its Chief Executive Officer, President and Chief Financial Officer were named in a purported class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee on behalf of certain purchasers of the Company's common stock. On September 17, 2010, an Executive Vice President of the Company was added as a party to the lawsuit. The amended complaint alleges that the defendants issued materially false and misleading statements regarding the Company's business and financial results. In particular, the allegations relate to the Company's recording and reporting of its unaudited financial statements, including the allowance and provision for credit losses, and its internal control over financial reporting leading up to the filing of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009. The plaintiff seeks class certification, an unspecified amount of damages and awards of costs and attorneys' fees and other equitable relief. No class has been certified and, at this stage of the lawsuit, management cannot determine the probability of an unfavorable outcome to the Company. There are significant uncertainties involved in any purported class action litigation.  Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, consolidated financial position or results of operations. 

On August 16, 2011, a shareholder filed a putative derivative action purportedly on behalf of the Company in the Circuit Court of Lee County, Mississippi, against certain current and past executive officers and the members of the Board of Directors of the Company. The plaintiff in this shareholder derivative lawsuit asserts that the individual defendants violated their fiduciary duties based upon substantially the same facts as alleged in the purported class action lawsuit described above. The plaintiff is seeking to recover damages in an unspecified amount and equitable and/or injunctive relief. Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, consolidated financial position or results of operations.

In November 2010, the Company was informed that the Atlanta Regional Office of the SEC had issued an Order of Investigation concerning the Company.  This investigation is ongoing and is primarily focused on the Company's recording and reporting of its unaudited financial statements, including the allowance and provision for credit losses, its internal control over financial reporting and its communications with the independent auditors prior to the filing of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2009.  In connection with its investigation, the SEC issued subpoenas for documents and testimony, with which the Company has fully complied.  The Company is cooperating fully with the SEC. No claims have been made by the SEC against the Company or against any individuals affiliated with the Company. At this time, it is not possible to predict when or how the investigation will be resolved or the cost or potential liabilities associated with this matter.

On May 18, 2010, the Bank was named as a defendant in a purported class action lawsuit filed by an Arkansas customer of the Bank in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida. The suit challenges the manner in which overdraft fees were charged and the policies related to posting order of debit card and ATM transactions. The suit also makes a claim under Arkansas' consumer protection statute. The plaintiff is seeking to recover damages in an unspecified amount and equitable relief. The case was transferred to pending multi-district litigation in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. On May 4, 2012, the judge presiding over the multi-district litigation entered an order certifying a class in this case.  Management of the Company plans to file a petition for leave to appeal the class certification order, which, if granted, would provide the Company with an immediate right to appeal the class certification order.  At this state of the lawsuit, management of the Company cannot determine the probability of an unfavorable outcome to the Company. There are significant uncertainties involved in any purported class action litigation.  Although it is not possible to predict the ultimate resolution or financial liability with respect to this litigation, management is currently of the opinion that the outcome of this lawsuit will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, consolidated financial position or results of operations. However, there can be no assurance that an adverse outcome or settlement would not have a material adverse effect on the Company's consolidated results of operations for a given fiscal period.

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LOANS AND LEASES, Aging (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Mar. 31, 2011
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	$ 36,418	$ 37,336
60-89 Days Past Due	11,272	20,207
90 Plus Days Past Due	57,711	78,309
Total Past Due	105,401	135,852
Current	8,632,522	8,734,459
Total Outstanding	8,737,923	8,870,311
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	1,698	3,434	4,829
Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	3,831	5,571
60-89 Days Past Due	1,511	4,209
90 Plus Days Past Due	3,392	4,193
Total Past Due	8,734	13,973
Current	1,432,993	1,459,755
Total Outstanding	1,441,727	1,473,728
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	10	12
Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	10,482	15,740
60-89 Days Past Due	4,776	6,485
90 Plus Days Past Due	17,830	14,569
Total Past Due	33,088	36,794
Current	1,904,909	1,908,396
Total Outstanding	1,937,997	1,945,190
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	1,314	2,974
Real estate segment [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	1,832	1,837
60-89 Days Past Due	769	265
90 Plus Days Past Due	288	594
Total Past Due	2,889	2,696
Current	498,442	511,666
Total Outstanding	501,331	514,362
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	0	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	638	666
60-89 Days Past Due	25	54
90 Plus Days Past Due	1,518	719
Total Past Due	2,181	1,439
Current	254,502	238,048
Total Outstanding	256,683	239,487
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	0	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	2,493	2,199
60-89 Days Past Due	1,601	844
90 Plus Days Past Due	8,603	12,977
Total Past Due	12,697	16,020
Current	1,274,845	1,285,555
Total Outstanding	1,287,542	1,301,575
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	0	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	9,860	4,826
60-89 Days Past Due	331	4,955
90 Plus Days Past Due	16,142	33,584
Total Past Due	26,333	43,365
Current	831,777	864,997
Total Outstanding	858,110	908,362
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	0	0
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	5,165	3,778
60-89 Days Past Due	1,540	2,702
90 Plus Days Past Due	8,979	9,397
Total Past Due	15,684	15,877
Current	1,726,317	1,738,145
Total Outstanding	1,742,001	1,754,022
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	0	0
Credit cards segment [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	377	595
60-89 Days Past Due	360	303
90 Plus Days Past Due	587	697
Total Past Due	1,324	1,595
Current	99,203	104,686
Total Outstanding	100,527	106,281
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	228	299
All other receivables [Member]
Aging of loan and lease portfolio [Abstract]
30-59 Days Past Due	1,740	2,124
60-89 Days Past Due	359	390
90 Plus Days Past Due	372	1,579
Total Past Due	2,471	4,093
Current	609,534	623,211
Total Outstanding	612,005	627,304
90 Plus Days Past Due still Accruing	$ 146	$ 149

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ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES [Abstract]

Changes in the Allowance for Credit Losses by Segment and Class

The following tables summarize the changes in the allowance for credit losses by segment and class for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended
	March 31, 2012
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision			Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	20,724	$	(4,272	)	$	1,542	$	2,988		$	20,982
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		36,529		(4,216	)		323		3,912			36,548
Home equity		8,630		(851	)		315		134			8,228
Agricultural		3,921		(96	)		10		(449	)		3,386
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		21,929		(3,868	)		351		2,230			20,642
Construction, acquisition and development		45,562		(11,394	)		2,155		(862	)		35,461
Commercial real estate		39,444		(2,809	)		383		2,364			39,382
Credit Cards		4,021		(562	)		118		(436	)		3,141
All other		14,358		(758	)		288		119			14,007
Total	$	195,118	$	(28,826	)	$	5,485	$	10,000		$	181,777

	Year ended
	December 31, 2011
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision		Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	22,479	$	(17,337	)	$	1,567	$	14,015	$	20,724
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		35,540		(10,186	)		1,111		10,064		36,529
Home equity		7,305		(5,852	)		185		6,992		8,630
Agricultural		4,997		(3,420	)		123		2,221		3,921
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		20,403		(10,302	)		393		11,435		21,929
Construction, acquisition and development		59,048		(67,362	)		3,951		49,925		45,562
Commercial real estate		33,439		(17,436	)		1,045		22,396		39,444
Credit Cards		4,126		(3,072	)		803		2,164		4,021
All other		9,576		(7,088	)		1,001		10,869		14,358
Total	$	196,913	$	(142,055	)	$	10,179	$	130,081	$	195,118

	Three months ended
	March 31, 2011
	Balance, Beginning of Period		Charge-offs			Recoveries		Provision			Balance, End of Period
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	22,479	$	(8,809	)	$	184	$	6,525		$	20,379
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		35,540		(3,260	)		143		1,189			33,612
Home equity		7,305		(1,082	)		45		1,424			7,692
Agricultural		4,997		(592	)		2		40			4,447
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		20,403		(1,716	)		173		11,064			29,924
Construction, acquisition and development		59,048		(32,343	)		564		26,959			54,228
Commercial real estate		33,439		(4,514	)		13		4,547			33,485
Credit Cards		4,126		(881	)		255		(54	)		3,446
All other		9,576		(553	)		312		1,785			11,120
Total	$	196,913	$	(53,750	)	$	1,691	$	53,479		$	198,333

Allowance for Credit Losses by Segment, Class and Impairment Status

The following tables provide the allowance for credit losses by segment, class and impairment status as of the dates indicated:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Balance of Impaired Loans		Allowance for Impaired Loans and Leases		Allowance for All Other Loans and Leases		Total Allowance
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	6,106	$	1,548	$	19,434	$	20,982
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		28,416		3,977		32,571		36,548
Home equity		1,583		178		8,050		8,228
Agricultural		3,099		386		3,000		3,386
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		28,152		3,051		17,591		20,642
Construction, acquisition and development		111,263		11,736		23,725		35,461
Commercial real estate		31,482		4,410		34,972		39,382
Credit Cards		-		-		3,141		3,141
All other		1,011		260		13,747		14,007
Total	$	211,112	$	25,546	$	156,231	$	181,777

	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Balance of Impaired Loans		Allowance for Impaired Loans and Leases		Allowance for All Other Loans and Leases		Total Allowance
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	7,833	$	4,071	$	16,653	$	20,724
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		31,793		4,386		32,143		36,529
Home equity		675		48		8,582		8,630
Agricultural		3,096		380		3,541		3,921
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		24,801		3,601		18,328		21,929
Construction, acquisition and development		128,179		21,581		23,981		45,562
Commercial real estate		36,122		5,324		34,120		39,444
Credit Cards		-		-		4,021		4,021
All other		2,424		317		14,041		14,358
Total	$	234,923	$	39,708	$	155,410	$	195,118

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BASIS OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION AND PRINCIPLES OF CONSOLIDATION

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

BASIS OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION AND PRINCIPLES OF CONSOLIDATION [Abstract]

BASIS OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION AND PRINCIPLES OF CONSOLIDATION

NOTE 1 – BASIS OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT PRESENTATION AND PRINCIPLES OF CONSOLIDATION

The accompanying unaudited interim consolidated financial statements of BancorpSouth, Inc. (the “Company”) have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) and follow general practices within the industries in which the Company operates.  For further information, refer to the audited consolidated financial statements and notes included in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011.  In the opinion of management, all adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements have been included and all such adjustments were of a normal, recurring nature.  The results of operations for the three-month period ended March 31, 2012 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.  Certain 2011 amounts have been reclassified to conform with the 2012 presentation.

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, its wholly-owned subsidiaries, BancorpSouth Bank (the “Bank”) and Gumtree Wholesale Insurance Brokers, Inc., and the Bank's wholly-owned subsidiaries, Century Credit Life Insurance Company, Personal Finance Corporation of Tennessee, BancorpSouth Insurance Services, Inc., BancorpSouth Investment Services, Inc., BancorpSouth Municipal Development Corporation and BancorpSouth Bank Securities Corporation.

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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Mar. 31, 2011
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$ 2.50	$ 2.50	$ 2.50
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)	500,000,000	500,000,000	500,000,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	94,436,177	83,483,796	83,481,737

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SEGMENT REPORTING

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

SEGMENT REPORTING [Abstract]

SEGMENT REPORTING

NOTE 11 - SEGMENT REPORTING

The Company is a financial holding company with subsidiaries engaged in the business of banking and activities closely related to banking.  The Company determines reportable segments based upon the services offered, the significance of those services to the Company's financial condition and operating results and management's regular review of the operating results of those services.  The Company's primary segment is Community Banking, which includes providing a full range of deposit products, commercial loans and consumer loans.  The Company has also designated two additional reportable segments -- Insurance Agencies and General Corporate and Other.  The Company's insurance agencies serve as agents in the sale of commercial lines of insurance and full lines of property and casualty, life, health and employee benefits products and services.  The General Corporate and Other operating segment includes mortgage lending, trust services, credit card activities, investment services and other activities not allocated to the Community Banking or Insurance Agencies operating segments.

Results of operations and selected financial information by operating segment for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011 were as follows:

	Community Banking			Insurance Agencies		General Corporate and Other			Total
	(In thousands)
Three months ended March 31, 2012:
Results of Operations
Net interest revenue	$	107,652		$	73	$	(2,115	)	$	105,610
Provision for credit losses		10,228			-		(228	)		10,000
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses		97,424			73		(1,887	)		95,610
Noninterest revenue		31,185			23,151		18,024			72,360
Noninterest expense		99,059			18,698		17,923			135,680
Income (loss) before income taxes		29,550			4,526		(1,786	)		32,290
Income tax expense (benefit)		9,172			1,819		(1,567	)		9,424
Net income (loss)	$	20,378		$	2,707	$	(219	)	$	22,866
Selected Financial Information
Total assets at end of period	$	10,765,843		$	175,763	$	2,365,966		$	13,307,572
Depreciation and amortization		6,022			874		699			7,595
Three months ended March 31, 2011:
Results of Operations
Net interest revenue	$	102,663		$	94	$	6,680		$	109,437
Provision for credit losses		53,241			-		238			53,479
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses		49,422			94		6,442			55,958
Noninterest revenue		27,991			22,538		17,782			68,311
Noninterest expense		82,710			18,060		29,240			130,010
(Loss) income before income taxes		(5,297	)		4,572		(5,016	)		(5,741	)
Income tax (benefit) expense		(3,926	)		1,822		(3,143	)		(5,247	)
Net (loss) income	$	(1,371	)	$	2,750	$	(1,873	)	$	(494	)
Selected Financial Information
Total assets at end of period	$	10,636,472		$	164,488	$	2,746,278		$	13,547,238
Depreciation and amortization		6,273			975		1,082			8,330

The increased net income of the Community Banking operating segment for the three months ended March 31, 2012 was primarily related to the decrease in the provision for credit losses.

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Document And Entity Information (USD $)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	May 01, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Entity Registrant Name	BANCORPSOUTH INC
Entity Central Index Key	0000701853
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Public Float			$ 979,000,000
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		94,436,177
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2012
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q1
Document Type	10-Q
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Mar. 31, 2012

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MORTGAGE SERVICING RIGHTS

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

MORTGAGE SERVICING RIGHTS [Abstract]

MORTGAGE SERVICING RIGHTS

NOTE 12 – MORTGAGE SERVICING RIGHTS

Mortgage servicing rights (“MSRs”), which are recognized as a separate asset on the date the corresponding mortgage loan is sold, are recorded at fair value as determined at each accounting period end.  An estimate of the fair value of the Company's MSRs is determined utilizing assumptions about factors such as mortgage interest rates, discount rates, mortgage loan prepayment speeds, market trends and industry demand.  Data and assumptions used in the fair value calculation related to MSRs as of the dates indicated were as follows:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(Dollars in thousands)
Unpaid principal balance	$	4,413,139	$	3,946,961	$	4,293,552
Weighted-average prepayment speed (CPR)		18.1		13.9		22.7
Discount rate (annual percentage)		10.3		10.3		10.3
Weighted-average coupon interest rate (percentage)		4.8		5.2		4.9
Weighted-average remaining maturity (months)		310.0		315.0		311.0
Weighted-average servicing fee (basis points)		27.8		28.3		28.0

Because the valuation is determined by using discounted cash flow models, the primary risk inherent in valuing the MSRs is the impact of fluctuating interest rates on the estimated life of the servicing revenue stream.  The use of different estimates or assumptions could also produce different fair values.  The Company does not hedge the change in fair value of MSRs and, therefore, the Company is susceptible to significant fluctuations in the fair value of its MSRs in changing interest rate environments.

The Company has only one class of mortgage servicing asset comprised of closed end loans for one-to-four family residences, secured by first liens.  The following table presents the activity in this class for the periods indicated:

	2012			2011
	(In thousands)
Fair value as of January 1	$	30,174		$	38,642
Additions:
Origination of servicing assets		3,525			2,431
Changes in fair value:
Due to payoffs/paydowns		(1,726	)		(1,300	)
Due to change in valuation inputs or assumptions used in the valuation model		3,697			2,540
Other changes in fair value		(2	)		(7	)
Fair value as of March 31	$	35,668		$	42,306

All of the changes to the fair value of the MSRs are recorded as part of mortgage lending noninterest revenue on the income statement.  As part of mortgage lending noninterest revenue, the Company recorded contractual servicing fees of $3.1 million and $2.8 million and late and other ancillary fees of approximately $362,000 and $321,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

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Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
INTEREST REVENUE:
Loans and leases	$ 109,012	$ 117,358
Deposits with other banks	401	122
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreement to resell	0	131
Held-to-maturity securities:
Taxable	0	8,014
Tax-exempt	0	3,347
Available-for-sale securities:
Taxable	11,162	8,585
Tax-exempt	4,256	824
Loans held for sale	544	447
Total interest revenue	125,375	138,828
Deposits:
Interest bearing demand	4,449	6,546
Savings	714	826
Other time	11,291	17,483
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase	63	152
Federal Home Loan Bank borrowings	367	1,523
Junior subordinated debt	2,879	2,859
Other	2	2
Total interest expense	19,765	29,391
Net interest revenue	105,610	109,437
Provision for credit losses	10,000	53,479
Net interest revenue, after provision for credit losses	95,610	55,958
NONINTEREST REVENUE:
Mortgage lending	15,142	7,581
Credit card, debit card and merchant fees	7,523	10,346
Service charges	15,116	15,368
Trust income	2,282	3,134
Security gains, net	74	17
Insurance commissions	23,153	22,549
Other	9,070	9,316
Total noninterest revenue	72,360	68,311
NONINTEREST EXPENSE:
Salaries and employee benefits	74,931	70,375
Occupancy, net of rental income	10,066	10,671
Equipment	5,333	5,658
Deposit insurance assessments	5,383	5,425
Other	39,967	37,881
Total noninterest expense	135,680	130,010
Income (loss) before income taxes	32,290	(5,741)
Income tax expense (benefit)	9,424	(5,247)
Net income (loss)	$ 22,866	$ (494)
Earnings (loss) per share:
Basic (in dollars per share)	$ 0.25	$ (0.01)
Diluted (in dollars per share)	$ 0.25	$ (0.01)
Dividends declared per common share (in dollars per share)	$ 0.01	$ 0.11

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PER SHARE DATA

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

EARNINGS PER SHARE AND DIVIDEND DATA [Abstract]

PER SHARE DATA

NOTE 6 – PER SHARE DATA

The computation of basic earnings per share (“EPS”) is based on the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding.  The computation of diluted earnings per share is based on the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding plus the shares resulting from the assumed exercise of all outstanding share-based awards using the treasury stock method.  Weighted-average antidilutive stock options to purchase 3.0 million and 3.0 million shares of Company common stock with a weighted average exercise price of $20.80 and $20.77 per share for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively, were excluded from diluted shares.  Because of the net loss for the three months ended March 31, 2011, no potentially dilutive shares were included in the loss per share calculations for that period, as including such shares would have been antidulitive.  Antidilutive other equity awards of approximately 68,000 and 57,000 shares of Company common stock for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively, were also excluded from diluted shares.  The basic and diluted earnings per share computations for the first quarter of 2012 reflect the Company's issuance of 10,952.381 shares of common stock on January 24, 2012 in connection with an underwritten public offering.  

The following table provides a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations for the periods shown:

	Three months ended March 31,
	2012						2011
	Income		Shares		Per Share		Income			Shares		Per Share
	(Numerator)		(Denominator)		Amount		(Numerator)			(Denominator)		Amount
Basic EPS	(In thousands, except per share amounts)
Income (loss) available to common shareholders	$	22,866		91,728	$	0.25	$	(494	)		83,449	$	(0.01	)
Effect of dilutive share-based awards		-		42				-			-
Diluted EPS
Income (loss) available to common shareholders plus assumed exercise of all outstanding share-based awards	$	22,866		91,770	$	0.25	$	(494	)		83,449	$	(0.01	)

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SECURITIES

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

Available-for-sale securities:

AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES

NOTE 5 – SECURITIES

A comparison of amortized cost and estimated fair values of available-for-sale securities as of March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 follows:

	March 31, 2012
	Amortized Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses		Estimated Fair Value
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	1,552,991	$	25,975	$	525	$	1,578,441
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		377,767		7,910		531		385,146
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		28,876		2,780		9		31,647
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		544,267		24,699		324		568,642
Other		8,946		713		-		9,659
Total	$	2,512,847	$	62,077	$	1,389	$	2,573,535

	December 31, 2011
			Gross		Gross		Estimated
	Amortized		Unrealized		Unrealized		Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses		Value
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	1,471,920	$	29,347	$	24	$	1,501,243
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		394,894		9,786		70		404,610
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		31,161		3,438		-		34,599
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		541,138		22,705		323		563,520
Other		8,938		608		-		9,546
Total	$	2,448,051	$	65,884	$	417	$	2,513,518

Gross gains of approximately $94,000 and gross losses of approximately $20,000 were recognized on available-for-sale securities during the first three months of 2012, while gross gains of approximately $1,000 and no gross losses were recognized during the first three months of 2011.

The amortized cost and estimated fair value of available-for-sale securities at March 31, 2012 by contractual maturity are shown below.  Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.  Equity securities are considered as maturing after ten years.

	March 31, 2012
	Amortized Cost		Estimated Fair Value		Weighted Average Yield
	(Dollars in thousands)
Maturing in one year or less	$	342,145	$	346,944		3.11	%
Maturing after one year through five years		1,631,097		1,658,411		1.86
Maturing after five years through ten years		85,957		89,456		4.55
Maturing after ten years		453,648		478,724		5.68
Total	$	2,512,847	$	2,573,535

The following tables summarize information pertaining to temporarily impaired available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Less Than 12 Months				12 Months or Longer				Total
	Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized
	Value		Losses		Value		Losses		Value		Losses
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	120,223	$	525	$	-	$	-	$	120,223	$	525
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		45,471		445		3,599		86		49,070		531
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		1,023		9		-		-		1,023		9
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		21,732		252		317		72		22,049		324
Other		-		-		-		-		-		-
Total	$	188,449	$	1,231	$	3,916	$	158	$	192,365	$	1,389

	December 31, 2011
	Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Less Than 12 Months				12 Months or Longer				Total
	Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized
	Value		Losses		Value		Losses		Value		Losses
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	34,850	$	24	$	-	$	-	$	34,850	$	24
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		-		3,751		70		3,751		70
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		-		-		-		0		0
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		20,820		144		9,214		179		30,034		323
Other		-		-		-		-		-		-
Total	$	55,670	$	168	$	12,965	$	249	$	68,635	$	417

Based upon a review of the credit quality of these securities, and considering that the issuers were in compliance with the terms of the securities, management had no intent to sell these securities, and it was more likely than not that the Company would not be required to sell the securities prior to recovery of costs. Therefore, the impairments related to these securities were determined to be temporary.  No other-than-temporary impairment was recorded during the first three months of 2012.

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LOANS AND LEASES (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

LOANS AND LEASES [Abstract]

Gross Loans and Leases by Segment and Class

 A summary of gross loans and leases by segment and class as of the dates indicated follows:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	1,452,492	$	1,497,380	$	1,484,967
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		1,937,997		1,958,367		1,945,190
Home equity		501,331		531,406		514,362
Agricultural		256,683		250,393		239,487
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,287,542		1,316,824		1,301,575
Construction, acquisition and development		858,110		1,117,335		908,362
Commercial real estate		1,742,001		1,831,226		1,754,022
Credit cards		100,527		100,732		106,281
All other		640,855		651,946		657,012
Total	$	8,777,538	$	9,255,609	$	8,911,258

Loans and Leases, Net of Unearned Income by Segment, Class and Geographical Location

The following table shows the Company's  loans and leases, net of unearned income, as of March 31, 2012 by segment, class and geographical location:

	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	56,958	$	165,503	$	333,153	$	51,881	$	16,991	$	78,288	$	249,569	$	489,384	$	1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		108,285		270,476		757,160		55,566		82,585		166,615		444,094		53,216		1,937,997
Home equity		57,995		39,922		170,628		24,849		67,484		75,894		62,253		2,306		501,331
Agricultural		5,775		83,839		72,900		3,937		9,262		13,199		62,470		5,301		256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		114,985		166,065		453,201		68,002		95,874		95,133		244,967		49,315		1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development		104,362		69,566		244,459		48,115		95,198		92,608		185,781		18,021		858,110
Commercial real estate		203,365		342,591		342,816		219,999		115,186		101,142		362,700		54,202		1,742,001
Credit cards		-		-		-		-		-		-		-		100,527		100,527
All other		31,347		88,646		195,309		5,662		57,105		47,204		95,521		91,211		612,005
Total	$	683,072	$	1,226,608	$	2,569,626	$	478,011	$	539,685	$	670,083	$	1,707,355	$	863,483	$	8,737,923
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

Aging of Loan and Lease Portfolio, Net of Unearned Income, by Segment and Class

The following tables provide details regarding the aging of the Company's loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by segment and class at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	30-59 Days Past Due	60-89 Days Past Due	90+ Days Past Due	Total Past Due	Current	Total Outstanding	90+ Days Past Due still Accruing
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$3,831	$1,511	$3,392	$8,734	$1,432,993	$1,441,727	$10
Real estate
Consumer mortgages	10,482	4,776	17,830	33,088	1,904,909	1,937,997	1,314
Home equity	1,832	769	288	2,889	498,442	501,331	-
Agricultural	638	25	1,518	2,181	254,502	256,683	-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	2,493	1,601	8,603	12,697	1,274,845	1,287,542	-
Construction, acquisition and development	9,860	331	16,142	26,333	831,777	858,110	-
Commercial real estate	5,165	1,540	8,979	15,684	1,726,317	1,742,001	-
Credit cards	377	360	587	1,324	99,203	100,527	228
All other	1,740	359	372	2,471	609,534	612,005	146
Total	$36,418	$11,272	$57,711	$105,401	$8,632,522	$8,737,923	$1,698

	December 31, 2011
	30-59 Days Past Due		60-89 Days Past Due		90+ Days Past Due		Total Past Due		Current		Total Outstanding		90+ Days Past Due still Accruing
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	5,571	$	4,209	$	4,193	$	13,973	$	1,459,755	$	1,473,728	$	12
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		15,740		6,485		14,569		36,794		1,908,396		1,945,190		2,974
Home equity		1,837		265		594		2,696		511,666		514,362		-
Agricultural		666		54		719		1,439		238,048		239,487		-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		2,199		844		12,977		16,020		1,285,555		1,301,575		-
Construction, acquisition and development		4,826		4,955		33,584		43,365		864,997		908,362		-
Commercial real estate		3,778		2,702		9,397		15,877		1,738,145		1,754,022		-
Credit cards		595		303		697		1,595		104,686		106,281		299
All other		2,124		390		1,579		4,093		623,211		627,304		149
Total	$	37,336	$	20,207	$	78,309	$	135,852	$	8,734,459	$	8,870,311	$	3,434

Loan and Lease Portfolio, Net of Unearned Income, by Segment, Class and Internally Assigned Grade

The following tables provide details of the Company's loan and lease portfolio, net of unearned income, by segment, class and internally assigned grade at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Pass	Special Mention	Substandard	Doubtful	Loss	Impaired	Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$1,376,983	$6,449	$47,783	$4,159	$247	$6,106	$1,441,727
Real estate
Consumer mortgage	1,729,187	23,918	151,679	4,351	446	28,416	1,937,997
Home equity	476,300	2,793	19,626	754	275	1,583	501,331
Agricultural	229,865	1,936	21,763	20	-	3,099	256,683
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	1,151,368	24,662	83,041	230	89	28,152	1,287,542
Construction, acquisition and development	601,396	22,939	121,556	956	-	111,263	858,110
Commercial real estate	1,491,021	47,535	171,891	72	-	31,482	1,742,001
Credit Cards	100,527	-	-	-	-	-	100,527
All other	575,399	16,685	18,222	678	10	1,011	612,005
Total	$7,732,046	$146,917	$635,561	$11,220	$1,067	$211,112	$8,737,923

	December 31, 2011
	Pass	Special Mention	Substandard	Doubtful	Loss	Impaired	Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$1,415,731	$4,947	$43,549	$1,263	$405	$7,833	$1,473,728
Real estate
Consumer mortgage	1,742,593	17,914	148,267	4,434	189	31,793	1,945,190
Home equity	492,235	2,775	17,050	1,134	493	675	514,362
Agricultural	213,280	3,795	19,296	20	-	3,096	239,487
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied	1,167,220	18,280	90,778	496	-	24,801	1,301,575
Construction, acquisition and development	619,497	23,429	136,412	845	-	128,179	908,362
Commercial real estate	1,501,196	37,409	179,295	-	-	36,122	1,754,022
Credit Cards	105,867	41	175	188	10	-	106,281
All other	587,970	16,104	20,263	470	73	2,424	627,304
Total	$7,845,589	$124,694	$655,085	$8,850	$1,170	$234,923	$8,870,311

Impaired Loans and Leases, Net of Unearned Income, by Segment and Class

The following tables provide details regarding impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income, by segment and class at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	4,931	$	5,684	$	-	$	3,466	$	38
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		14,610		18,635		-		13,178		88
Home equity		874		1,017		-		711		2
Agricultural		1,718		2,895		-		1,602		17
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		16,390		21,261		-		9,438		98
Construction, acquisition and development		64,770		90,905		-		60,417		348
Commercial real estate		16,947		27,306		-		16,122		154
All other		723		1,035		-		788		6
Total	$	120,963	$	168,738	$	-	$	105,722	$	751
With an allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	1,175	$	1,293	$	1,548	$	3,783	$	36
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		13,806		14,867		3,977		17,469		170
Home equity		709		709		178		258		-
Agricultural		1,381		1,422		386		1,483		-
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		11,762		12,299		3,051		16,334		73
Construction, acquisition and development		46,493		51,180		11,736		60,877		500
Commercial real estate		14,535		15,616		4,410		18,416		148
All other		288		359		260		327		6
Total	$	90,149	$	97,745	$	25,546	$	118,947	$	933
Total:
Commercial and industrial	$	6,106	$	6,977	$	1,548	$	7,249	$	74
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		28,416		33,502		3,977		30,647		258
Home equity		1,583		1,726		178		969		2
Agricultural		3,099		4,317		386		3,085		17
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		28,152		33,560		3,051		25,772		171
Construction, acquisition and development		111,263		142,085		11,736		121,294		848
Commercial real estate		31,482		42,922		4,410		34,538		302
All other		1,011		1,394		260		1,115		12
Total	$	211,112	$	266,483	$	25,546	$	224,669	$	1,684

	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	4,874	$	6,854	$	-	$	3,879	$	78
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		16,883		19,538		-		19,628		397
Home equity		627		771		-		541		1
Agricultural		1,549		2,676		-		2,502		20
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		6,973		9,191		-		11,598		185
Construction, acquisition and development		69,843		89,782		-		107,596		941
Commercial real estate		15,184		24,198		-		20,702		311
All other		1,284		1,668		-		1,169		67
Total	$	117,217	$	154,678	$	-	$	167,615	$	2,000
With an allowance:
Commercial and industrial	$	2,959	$	3,301	$	4,071	$	3,558	$	49
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		14,910		16,224		4,386		14,960		323
Home equity		48		276		48		504		3
Agricultural		1,547		1,547		380		3,164		18
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		17,828		21,085		3,601		10,329		146
Construction, acquisition and development		58,336		67,426		21,581		80,957		1,651
Commercial real estate		20,938		21,422		5,324		27,210		851
All other		1,140		1,140		317		1,307		8
Total	$	117,706	$	132,421	$	39,708	$	141,989	$	3,049
Total:
Commercial and industrial	$	7,833	$	10,155	$	4,071	$	7,437	$	127
Real estate
Consumer mortgage		31,793		35,762		4,386		34,588		720
Home equity		675		1,047		48		1,045		4
Agricultural		3,096		4,223		380		5,666		38
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		24,801		30,276		3,601		21,927		331
Construction, acquisition and development		128,179		157,208		21,581		188,553		2,592
Commercial real estate		36,122		45,620		5,324		47,912		1,162
All other		2,424		2,808		317		2,476		75
Total	$	234,923	$	287,099	$	39,708	$	309,604	$	5,049

The following tables provide details regarding impaired real estate construction, acquisition and development loans and leases, net of unearned income, by collateral type at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		8,174		11,563		-		6,703		56
Recreation and all other loans		367		539		-		368		7
Commercial construction		3,241		4,088		-		1,522		34
Commercial acquisition and development		11,927		14,213		-		12,845		77
Residential acquisition and development		41,061		60,502		-		38,979		174
Total	$	64,770	$	90,905	$	-	$	60,417	$	348
With an allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		3,085		3,085		441		5,550		35
Recreation and all other loans		-		-		-		-		-
Commercial construction		318		839		95		2,395		8
Commercial acquisition and development		9,888		10,028		1,598		10,346		71
Residential acquisition and development		33,202		37,228		9,602		42,586		386
Total	$	46,493	$	51,180	$	11,736	$	60,877	$	500
Total:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	-
One-to-four family construction		11,259		14,648		441		12,253		91
Recreation and all other loans		367		539		-		368		7
Commercial construction		3,559		4,927		95		3,917		42
Commercial acquisition and development		21,815		24,241		1,598		23,191		148
Residential acquisition and development		74,263		97,730		9,602		81,565		560
Total	$	111,263	$	142,085	$	11,736	$	121,294	$	848

	December 31, 2011
	Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans		Unpaid Principal Balance of Impaired Loans		Related Allowance for Credit Losses		Average Recorded Investment		Interest Income Recognized
	(In thousands)
With no related allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	1,067	$	2,259	$	-	$	5,474	$	18
One-to-four family construction		7,931		9,313		-		9,269		94
Recreation and all other loans		372		545		-		491		9
Commercial construction		633		917		-		9,663		83
Commercial acquisition and development		17,130		19,855		-		20,640		99
Residential acquisition and development		42,710		56,893		-		62,059		638
Total	$	69,843	$	89,782	$	-	$	107,596	$	941
With an allowance:
Multi-family construction	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	571	$	-
One-to-four family construction		5,313		6,083		1,589		5,334		108
Recreation and all other loans		-		-		-		271		2
Commercial construction		4,387		5,128		886		7,289		126
Commercial acquisition and development		5,091		7,728		1,418		12,965		429
Residential acquisition and development		43,545		48,487		17,688		54,527		986
Total	$	58,336	$	67,426	$	21,581	$	80,957	$	1,651
Total:
Multi-family construction	$	1,067	$	2,259	$	-	$	6,045	$	18
One-to-four family construction		13,244		15,396		1,589		14,603		202
Recreation and all other loans		372		545		-		762		11
Commercial construction		5,020		6,045		886		16,952		209
Commercial acquisition and development		22,221		27,583		1,418		33,605		528
Residential acquisition and development		86,255		105,380		17,688		116,586		1,624
Total	$	128,179	$	157,208	$	21,581	$	188,553	$	2,592

Non-Performing Loans and Leases

The following table presents information concerning NPLs as of the dates indicated:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Non-accrual loans and leases	$	253,227	$	370,726	$	276,798
Loans and leases 90 days or more past due, still accruing		1,698		4,829		3,434
Restructured loans and leases still accruing		30,311		49,472		42,018
Total non-performing loans and leases	$	285,236	$	425,027	$	322,250

Nonaccrual Loans and Leases by Segment and Class

The following table presents the Company's nonaccrual loans and leases by segment and class as of the dates indicated:

	March 31,				December 31,
	2012		2011		2011
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	11,025	$	14,655	$	12,260
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		46,562		58,748		47,878
Home equity		2,687		1,543		2,036
Agricultural		4,254		7,597		4,179
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		32,842		24,638		33,112
Construction, acquisition and development		115,649		202,124		133,110
Commercial real estate		35,715		58,945		40,616
Credit cards		509		617		594
All other		3,984		1,859		3,013
Total	$	253,227	$	370,726	$	276,798

Troubled Debt Restructurings

The following tables summarize the financial effect of TDRs for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended March 31, 2012
	Number of Contracts		Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment		Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		5	$	1,010	$	674
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		13		3,265		3,211
Agricultural		1		407		404
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		8		2,128		2,117
Construction, acquisition and development		11		7,280		6,956
Commercial real estate		6		3,180		3,172
All other		5		639		637
Total		49	$	17,909	$	17,171

	Year ended December 31, 2011
	Number of Contracts		Pre-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment		Post-Modification Outstanding Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		7	$	3,142	$	2,374
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		35		6,901		6,424
Agricultural		4		2,650		1,479
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		29		13,330		11,740
Construction, acquisition and development		30		23,863		19,228
Commercial real estate		24		16,121		15,046
All other		7		2,957		2,406
Total		136	$	68,964	$	58,697

The following tables summarize TDRs within the previous 12 months for which there was a payment default during the period indicated (i.e., 30 days or more past due at any given time during the period indicated):

	Three months ended March 31, 2012
	Number of Contracts		Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		1	$	129
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		6		518
Agricultural		1		170
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		3		1,362
Commercial real estate		2		1,514
Total		13	$	3,693

	Year ended December 31, 2011
	Number of Contracts		Recorded Investment
	(Dollars in thousands)
Commercial and industrial		4	$	1,506
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		4		1,563
Agricultural		3		1,382
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		6		1,683
Construction, acquisition and development		13		3,622
Commercial real estate		3		2,946
All other		1		302
Total		34	$	13,004

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DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

NOTE 13 – DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

The derivatives held by the Company include commitments to fund fixed-rate mortgage loans to customers and forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans.  The Company's objective in obtaining the forward commitments is to mitigate the interest rate risk associated with the commitments to fund the fixed-rate mortgage loans.  Both the commitments to fund fixed-rate mortgage loans and the forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans are reported at fair value, with adjustments being recorded in current period earnings, and are not accounted for as hedges.  At March 31, 2012, the notional amount of forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans was $213.3 million with a carrying value and fair value reflecting a loss of approximately $98,000.  At March 31, 2011, the notional amount of forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans was $97.0 million with a carrying value and fair value reflecting a loss of approximately $168,000.  At March 31, 2012, the notional amount of commitments to fund individual fixed-rate mortgage loans was $159.1 million with a carrying value and fair value reflecting a gain of $2.7 million.  At March 31, 2011, the notional amount of commitments to fund individual fixed-rate mortgage loans was $77.9 million with a carrying value and fair value reflecting a gain of approximately $886,000.

The Company also enters into derivative financial instruments in the form of interest rate swaps to meet the financing, interest rate and equity risk management needs of its customers.  Upon entering into these interest rate swaps to meet customer needs, the Company enters into offsetting positions to minimize interest rate and equity risk to the Company.  These derivative financial instruments are reported at fair value with any resulting gain or loss recorded in current period earnings.  These instruments and their offsetting positions are recorded in other assets and other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets.  As of March 31, 2012, the notional amount of customer related derivative financial instruments was $479.4 million with an average maturity of 59 months, an average interest receive rate of 2.5% and an average interest pay rate of 5.8%.

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PENSION BENEFITS

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

PENSION, OTHER POST RETIREMENT BENEFIT AND PROFIT SHARING PLANS [Abstract]

PENSION BENEFITS

NOTE 9 – PENSION BENEFITS

The following table presents the components of net periodic benefit costs for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012			2011
	(In thousands)
Service cost	$	2,592		$	2,082
Interest cost		2,072			2,028
Expected return on assets		(3,670	)		(3,713	)
Amortization of unrecognized transition amount		5			5
Recognized prior service cost		(192	)		50
Recognized net loss		1,379			578
Net periodic benefit costs	$	2,186		$	1,030

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COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME [Abstract]

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

NOTE 7 – COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

The following tables present the components of other comprehensive income and the related tax effects allocated to each component for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended March 31,
	2012									2011
	Before			Tax			Net			Before			Tax			Net
	tax			(expense)			of tax			tax			(expense)			of tax
	amount			benefit			amount			amount			benefit			amount
Net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities:	(In thousands)
Unrealized losses arising during holding period	$	(4,706	)	$	1,799		$	(2,907	)	$	(4,044	)	$	1,537		$	(2,507	)
Less:  Reclassification adjustment for n et gains realized in net income		(74	)		28			(46	)		(17	)		7			(10	)
Recognized employee benefit plan     net periodic benefit cost		1,192			(114	)		1,078			633			(242	)		391
Other comprehensive loss	$	(3,588	)	$	1,713		$	(1,875	)	$	(3,428	)	$	1,302		$	(2,126	)
Net income (loss)								22,866									(494	)
Comprehensive income (loss)							$	20,991								$	(2,620	)

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GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS [Abstract]

GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

NOTE 8 – GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

The carrying amounts of goodwill by operating segment for the three months ended March 31, 2012 were as follows:

	Community		Insurance
	Banking		Agencies		Total
	(In thousands)
Balance as of December 31, 2011	$	217,618	$	53,679	$	271,297
Goodwill recorded during the period		-		-		-
Balance as of March 31, 2012	$	217,618	$	53,679	$	271,297

The Company's policy is to assess goodwill for impairment at the reporting segment level on an annual basis or sooner if an event occurs or circumstances change which indicate that the fair value of a reporting unit is below its carrying amount.  Impairment is the condition that exists when the carrying amount of goodwill exceeds its implied fair value.  Accounting standards require management to estimate the fair value of each reporting segment in assessing impairment at least annually.  The Company's annual assessment date is during the Company's fourth quarter.  No events occurred during the first quarter that indicated the necessity of an earlier goodwill impairment assessment.

In the current environment, forecasting cash flows, credit losses and growth in addition to valuing the Company's assets with any degree of assurance is very difficult and subject to significant changes over very short periods of time.  Management will continue to update its analysis as circumstances change.  As  market conditions continue to be volatile and unpredictable, impairment of goodwill related to the Company's reporting segments may be necessary in future periods.

The following tables present information regarding the components of the Company's identifiable intangible assets for the dates and periods indicated:

	As of				As of
	March 31, 2012				December 31, 2011
	Gross Carrying		Accumulated		Gross Carrying		Accumulated
	Amount		Amortization		Amount		Amortization
Amortized intangible assets:	(In thousands)
Core deposit intangibles	$	27,801	$	20,971	$	27,801	$	20,728
Customer relationship intangibles		32,749		24,445		32,749		23,935
Non-solicitation intangibles		75		47		75		38
Total	$	60,625	$	45,463	$	60,625	$	44,701
Unamortized intangible assets:
Trade names	$	688	$	-	$	688	$	-

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
Aggregate amortization expense for:	(In thousands)
Core deposit intangibles	$	243	$	267
Customer relationship intangibles		510		578
Non-solicitation intangibles		9		9
Total	$	762	$	854

The following table presents information regarding estimated amortization expense on the Company's amortizable identifiable intangible assets for the year ending December 31, 2012 and the succeeding four years:

			Customer		Non-
	Core Deposit		Relationship		Solicitation
	Intangibles		Intangibles		Intangibles		Total
Estimated Amortization Expense:	(In thousands)
For year ending December 31, 2012	$	946	$	1,957	$	37	$	2,940
For year ending December 31, 2013		582		1,668		-		2,250
For year ending December 31, 2014		526		1,418		-		1,944
For year ending December 31, 2015		487		1,128		-		1,615
For year ending December 31, 2016		451		823		-		1,274

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RECENT PRONOUNCEMENTS

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

RECENT PRONOUNCEMENTS [Abstract]

RECENT PRONOUNCEMENTS

NOTE 10 – RECENT PRONOUNCEMENTS

In April 2011, the FASB issued an accounting standards update (“ASU”) regarding reconsideration of effective control for repurchase agreements.  This ASU removes from the assessment of effective control (1) the criterion requiring the transferor to have the ability to repurchase or redeem the financial assets on substantially the agreed terms, even in the event of default by the transferee, and (2) the collateral maintenance implementation guidance related to that criterion.  Other criteria applicable to the assessment of effective control are not changed by this ASU.  The ASU is effective for the first interim or annual period beginning on or after December 15, 2011 and should be applied prospectively to transactions or modifications of existing transactions that occur on or after the effective date.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the financial position and results of operations of the Company.

In May 2011, the FASB issued an ASU regarding amendments to achieve common fair value measurement and disclosure requirements in U.S. GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”).  This ASU provides amendments to ensure that fair value has the same meaning in U.S. GAAP and IFRS and that their respective fair value measurements and disclosure requirements are the same.  The ASU is effective during interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2011 and should be applied prospectively.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the financial position and results of operations of the Company.

In June 2011, the FASB issued an ASU regarding the presentation of comprehensive income.  This ASU amends existing guidance and eliminates the option to present the components of other comprehensive income as part of the statement of changes in shareholder's equity.  This ASU requires that comprehensive income be presented in either a single continuous statement or in two separate but consecutive statements.  This ASU is effective for interim and annual periods beginning on or after December 15, 2011.  The adoption of this ASU changed the manner in which the Company's other comprehensive income is disclosed and did not have an impact on the financial position and results of operations of the Company.

In September 2011, the FASB issued an ASU regarding goodwill impairment.  This ASU gives companies the option to perform a qualitative assessment of whether it is more likely than not that a reporting unit's fair value is less than its carrying value as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform the two-step goodwill impairment test. This ASU is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2011.  The adoption of this ASU did not have a material impact on the financial position and results of operations of the Company.

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OTHER NONINTEREST REVENUE AND EXPENSE (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

OTHER NONINTEREST REVENUE AND EXPENSE [Abstract]

Other Noninterest Revenue

The following table details other noninterest revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
	(In thousands)
Annuity fees	$	642	$	1,296
Brokerage commissions and fees		1,438		1,638
Bank-owned life insurance		2,613		1,699
Other miscellaneous income		4,377		4,683
Total other noninterest income	$	9,070	$	9,316

Other Noninterest Expense

The following table details other noninterest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
	(In thousands)
Advertising	$	841	$	889
Foreclosed property expense		8,409		7,082
Telecommunications		2,206		2,143
Public relations		1,466		1,514
Data processing		2,764		2,301
Computer software		1,803		1,848
Amortization of intangibles		763		854
Legal fees		2,216		2,598
Postage and shipping		1,255		1,297
Other miscellaneous expense		18,244		17,355
Total other noninterest expense	$	39,967	$	37,881

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DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS (Details) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Derivative [Line Items]
Average interest pay rate (in hundredths)	5.80%
Forward Commitments to Sell Fixed-Rate Mortgage Loans [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 213,300,000	$ 97,000,000
Difference in carrying value and fair value, reflecting a loss	98,000	168,000
Commitments To Fund Fixed-Rate Mortgage Loans [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	159,100,000	77,900,000
Difference in carrying value and fair value, reflecting a gain	2,700,000	886,000
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	$ 479,400,000
Average maturity (in months)	59M
Average interest receive rate (in hundredths)	2.50%

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OTHER NONINTEREST REVENUE AND EXPENSE

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

OTHER NONINTEREST REVENUE AND EXPENSE [Abstract]

OTHER NONINTEREST REVENUE AND EXPENSE

NOTE 15 – OTHER NONINTEREST REVENUE AND EXPENSE

The following table details other noninterest revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
	(In thousands)
Annuity fees	$	642	$	1,296
Brokerage commissions and fees		1,438		1,638
Bank-owned life insurance		2,613		1,699
Other miscellaneous income		4,377		4,683
Total other noninterest income	$	9,070	$	9,316

The following table details other noninterest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Three months ended
	March 31,
	2012		2011
	(In thousands)
Advertising	$	841	$	889
Foreclosed property expense		8,409		7,082
Telecommunications		2,206		2,143
Public relations		1,466		1,514
Data processing		2,764		2,301
Computer software		1,803		1,848
Amortization of intangibles		763		854
Legal fees		2,216		2,598
Postage and shipping		1,255		1,297
Other miscellaneous expense		18,244		17,355
Total other noninterest expense	$	39,967	$	37,881

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SECURITIES (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

Available-for-sale securities:

Amortized Cost and Estimated Fair Values of Available-for-Sale Securities

A comparison of amortized cost and estimated fair values of available-for-sale securities as of March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011 follows:

	March 31, 2012
	Amortized Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses		Estimated Fair Value
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	1,552,991	$	25,975	$	525	$	1,578,441
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		377,767		7,910		531		385,146
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		28,876		2,780		9		31,647
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		544,267		24,699		324		568,642
Other		8,946		713		-		9,659
Total	$	2,512,847	$	62,077	$	1,389	$	2,573,535

	December 31, 2011
			Gross		Gross		Estimated
	Amortized		Unrealized		Unrealized		Fair
	Cost		Gains		Losses		Value
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	1,471,920	$	29,347	$	24	$	1,501,243
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		394,894		9,786		70		404,610
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		31,161		3,438		-		34,599
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		541,138		22,705		323		563,520
Other		8,938		608		-		9,546
Total	$	2,448,051	$	65,884	$	417	$	2,513,518

Amortized Cost and Estimated Fair Value of Available-for-Sale Securities by Contractual Maturity

Equity securities are considered as maturing after ten years.

	March 31, 2012
	Amortized Cost		Estimated Fair Value		Weighted Average Yield
	(Dollars in thousands)
Maturing in one year or less	$	342,145	$	346,944		3.11	%
Maturing after one year through five years		1,631,097		1,658,411		1.86
Maturing after five years through ten years		85,957		89,456		4.55
Maturing after ten years		453,648		478,724		5.68
Total	$	2,512,847	$	2,573,535

Temporarily Impaired Available-for-Sale Securities with Continuous Unrealized Loss Positions

The following tables summarize information pertaining to temporarily impaired available-for-sale securities with continuous unrealized loss positions at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Less Than 12 Months				12 Months or Longer				Total
	Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized
	Value		Losses		Value		Losses		Value		Losses
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	120,223	$	525	$	-	$	-	$	120,223	$	525
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		45,471		445		3,599		86		49,070		531
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		1,023		9		-		-		1,023		9
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		21,732		252		317		72		22,049		324
Other		-		-		-		-		-		-
Total	$	188,449	$	1,231	$	3,916	$	158	$	192,365	$	1,389

	December 31, 2011
	Continuous Unrealized Loss Position
	Less Than 12 Months				12 Months or Longer				Total
	Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized		Fair		Unrealized
	Value		Losses		Value		Losses		Value		Losses
	(In thousands)
U.S. Government agencies	$	34,850	$	24	$	-	$	-	$	34,850	$	24
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		-		3,751		70		3,751		70
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		-		-		-		0		0
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		20,820		144		9,214		179		30,034		323
Other		-		-		-		-		-		-
Total	$	55,670	$	168	$	12,965	$	249	$	68,635	$	417

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SEGMENT REPORTING (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Results of Operations [Abstract]
Net interest revenue	$ 105,610	$ 109,437
Provision for credit losses	10,000	53,479
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses	95,610	55,958
Noninterest revenue	72,360	68,311
Noninterest expense	135,680	130,010
Income (loss) before income taxes	32,290	(5,741)
Income tax expense (benefit)	9,424	(5,247)
Net income (loss)	22,866	(494)
Selected Financial Information [Abstract]
Total assets at end of period	13,307,572	13,547,238	12,995,851
Depreciation and amortization	7,595	8,330
Community Banking [Member]
Results of Operations [Abstract]
Net interest revenue	107,652	102,663
Provision for credit losses	10,228	53,241
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses	97,424	49,422
Noninterest revenue	31,185	27,991
Noninterest expense	99,059	82,710
Income (loss) before income taxes	29,550	(5,297)
Income tax expense (benefit)	9,172	(3,926)
Net income (loss)	20,378	(1,371)
Selected Financial Information [Abstract]
Total assets at end of period	10,765,843	10,636,472
Depreciation and amortization	6,022	6,273
Insurance Agencies [Member]
Results of Operations [Abstract]
Net interest revenue	73	94
Provision for credit losses	0	0
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses	73	94
Noninterest revenue	23,151	22,538
Noninterest expense	18,698	18,060
Income (loss) before income taxes	4,526	4,572
Income tax expense (benefit)	1,819	1,822
Net income (loss)	2,707	2,750
Selected Financial Information [Abstract]
Total assets at end of period	175,763	164,488
Depreciation and amortization	874	975
General Corporate and Other [Member]
Results of Operations [Abstract]
Net interest revenue	(2,115)	6,680
Provision for credit losses	(228)	238
Net interest revenue after provision for credit losses	(1,887)	6,442
Noninterest revenue	18,024	17,782
Noninterest expense	17,923	29,240
Income (loss) before income taxes	(1,786)	(5,016)
Income tax expense (benefit)	(1,567)	(3,143)
Net income (loss)	(219)	(1,873)
Selected Financial Information [Abstract]
Total assets at end of period	2,365,966	2,746,278
Depreciation and amortization	$ 699	$ 1,082

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ALLOWANCE FOR CREDIT LOSSES (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011	Dec. 31, 2011
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	$ 195,118	$ 196,913	$ 196,913
Loans and leases charged off	(28,826)	(53,750)	(142,055)
Recoveries	5,485	1,691	10,179
Provision charged to expense	10,000	53,479	130,081
Balance at end of year	181,777	198,333	195,118
Consumer mortgages [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year		35,540	35,540
Loans and leases charged off		(3,260)
Recoveries		143
Provision charged to expense		1,189
Balance at end of year		33,612
Home equity [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year		7,305	7,305
Loans and leases charged off		(1,082)
Recoveries		45
Provision charged to expense		1,424
Balance at end of year		7,692
Agricultural [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year		4,997	4,997
Loans and leases charged off		(592)
Recoveries		2
Provision charged to expense		40
Balance at end of year		4,447
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year		20,403	20,403
Loans and leases charged off		(1,716)
Recoveries		173
Provision charged to expense		11,064
Balance at end of year		29,924
Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year		59,048	59,048
Loans and leases charged off		(32,343)
Recoveries		564
Provision charged to expense		26,959
Balance at end of year		54,228
Commercial [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year		33,439	33,439
Loans and leases charged off		(4,514)
Recoveries		13
Provision charged to expense		4,547
Balance at end of year		33,485
Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	20,724	22,479	22,479
Loans and leases charged off	(4,272)	(8,809)	(17,337)
Recoveries	1,542	184	1,567
Provision charged to expense	2,988	6,525	14,015
Balance at end of year	20,982	20,379	20,724
Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	36,529	35,540	35,540
Loans and leases charged off	(4,216)		(10,186)
Recoveries	323		1,111
Provision charged to expense	3,912		10,064
Balance at end of year	36,548		36,529
Real estate segment [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	8,630	7,305	7,305
Loans and leases charged off	(851)		(5,852)
Recoveries	315		185
Provision charged to expense	134		6,992
Balance at end of year	8,228		8,630
Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	3,921	4,997	4,997
Loans and leases charged off	(96)		(3,420)
Recoveries	10		123
Provision charged to expense	(449)		2,221
Balance at end of year	3,386		3,921
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	21,929	20,403	20,403
Loans and leases charged off	(3,868)		(10,302)
Recoveries	351		393
Provision charged to expense	2,230		11,435
Balance at end of year	20,642		21,929
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	45,562	59,048	59,048
Loans and leases charged off	(11,394)		(67,362)
Recoveries	2,155		3,951
Provision charged to expense	(862)		49,925
Balance at end of year	35,461		45,562
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	39,444	33,439	33,439
Loans and leases charged off	(2,809)		(17,436)
Recoveries	383		1,045
Provision charged to expense	2,364		22,396
Balance at end of year	39,382		39,444
Credit cards segment [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	4,021	4,126	4,126
Loans and leases charged off	(562)	(881)	(3,072)
Recoveries	118	255	803
Provision charged to expense	(436)	(54)	2,164
Balance at end of year	3,141	3,446	4,021
All other receivables [Member]
Changes in the allowance for credit losses [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	14,358	9,576	9,576
Loans and leases charged off	(758)	(553)	(7,088)
Recoveries	288	312	1,001
Provision charged to expense	119	1,785	10,869
Balance at end of year	$ 14,007	$ 11,120	$ 14,358

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Statement of Consolidated Comprehensive Income (Unaudited) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Mar. 31, 2011
Statement of Consolidated Comprehensive Income (Unaudited) [Abstract]
Net Income (loss)	$ 22,866	$ (494)
Other Comprehensive loss, net of tax
Unrealized losses on securities, net of tax	(2,953)	(2,517)
Pension and other postretirement benefits	1,078	391
Other comprehensive loss	(1,875)	(2,126)
Comprehensive Income (Loss)	$ 20,991	$ (2,620)

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OTHER REAL ESTATE OWNED

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

OTHER REAL ESTATE OWNED [Abstract]

OTHER REAL ESTATE OWNED

NOTE 4 – OTHER REAL ESTATE OWNED

The following table presents the activity in other real estate owned for the periods indicated:

	Three months ended						Year ended
	March 31,						December 31,
	2012			2011			2011
	(In thousands)
Balance at beginning of period	$	173,805		$	133,412		$	133,412
Additions to foreclosed properties
New foreclosed properties		10,766			21,464			125,234
Reductions in foreclosed properties
Sales		(11,771	)		(13,528	)		(64,488	)
Writedowns		(4,992	)		(4,936	)		(20,353	)
Balance at end of period	$	167,808		$	136,412		$	173,805

The following table presents the other real estate owned by geographical location, segment and class at March 31, 2012:

	Alabama and Florida Panhandle		Arkansas*		Mississippi*		Missouri		Greater Memphis Area		Tennessee*		Texas and Louisiana		Other		Total
	(In thousands)
Commercial and industrial	$	423	$	16	$	-	$	-	$	821	$	-	$	-	$	-	$	1,260
Real estate
Consumer mortgages		3,505		615		2,970		-		4,713		3,523		111		3,377		18,814
Home equity		-		26		22		-		586		141		-		-		775
Agricultural		902		-		730		-		1,164		2,371		-		-		5,167
Commercial and industrial-owner occupied		1,564		656		2,583		2,113		1,829		164		174		291		9,374
Construction, acquisition and development		16,179		1,766		25,510		1,965		46,007		19,458		2,630		-		113,515
Commercial real estate		3,557		1,744		3,241		307		7,318		-		233		579		16,979
All other		209		83		990		117		437		-		55		33		1,924
Total	$	26,339	$	4,906	$	36,046	$	4,502	$	62,875	$	25,657	$	3,203	$	4,280	$	167,808
* Excludes the Greater Memphis Area.

The Company incurred total foreclosed property expenses of $8.4 million and $7.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.  Realized net losses on dispositions and holding losses on valuations of these properties, a component of total foreclosed property expenses, were $5.8 million and $5.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2012 and 2011, respectively.

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PER SHARE DATA (Tables)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

EARNINGS PER SHARE AND DIVIDEND DATA [Abstract]

Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share Computations

The following table provides a reconciliation of the numerators and denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations for the periods shown:

	Three months ended March 31,
	2012						2011
	Income		Shares		Per Share		Income			Shares		Per Share
	(Numerator)		(Denominator)		Amount		(Numerator)			(Denominator)		Amount
Basic EPS	(In thousands, except per share amounts)
Income (loss) available to common shareholders	$	22,866		91,728	$	0.25	$	(494	)		83,449	$	(0.01	)
Effect of dilutive share-based awards		-		42				-			-
Diluted EPS
Income (loss) available to common shareholders plus assumed exercise of all outstanding share-based awards	$	22,866		91,770	$	0.25	$	(494	)		83,449	$	(0.01	)

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LOANS AND LEASES, Impaired (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	$ 211,112	$ 234,923
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	266,483	287,099
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	25,546	39,708
Average Recorded Investment	224,669	309,604
Interest Income Recognized	1,684	5,049
Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	6,106	7,833
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	6,977	10,155
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	1,548	4,071
Average Recorded Investment	7,249	7,437
Interest Income Recognized	74	127
Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	28,416	31,793
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	33,502	35,762
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	3,977	4,386
Average Recorded Investment	30,647	34,588
Interest Income Recognized	258	720
Real estate segment [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	1,583	675
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	1,726	1,047
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	178	48
Average Recorded Investment	969	1,045
Interest Income Recognized	2	4
Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	3,099	3,096
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	4,317	4,223
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	386	380
Average Recorded Investment	3,085	5,666
Interest Income Recognized	17	38
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	28,152	24,801
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	33,560	30,276
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	3,051	3,601
Average Recorded Investment	25,772	21,927
Interest Income Recognized	171	331
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	111,263	128,179
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	142,085	157,208
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	11,736	21,581
Average Recorded Investment	121,294	188,553
Interest Income Recognized	848	2,592
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Multi-family construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	0	1,067
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	0	2,259
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	0	6,045
Interest Income Recognized	0	18
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | One-to-four family construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	11,259	13,244
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	14,648	15,396
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	441	1,589
Average Recorded Investment	12,253	14,603
Interest Income Recognized	91	202
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Recreation and all other loans collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	367	372
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	539	545
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	368	762
Interest Income Recognized	7	11
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Commercial construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	3,559	5,020
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	4,927	6,045
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	95	886
Average Recorded Investment	3,917	16,952
Interest Income Recognized	42	209
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Commercial acquisition and development collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	21,815	22,221
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	24,241	27,583
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	1,598	1,418
Average Recorded Investment	23,191	33,605
Interest Income Recognized	148	528
Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Residential acquisition and development collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	74,263	86,255
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	97,730	105,380
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	9,602	17,688
Average Recorded Investment	81,565	116,586
Interest Income Recognized	560	1,624
Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	31,482	36,122
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	42,922	45,620
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	4,410	5,324
Average Recorded Investment	34,538	47,912
Interest Income Recognized	302	1,162
All other receivables [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	1,011	2,424
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	1,394	2,808
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	260	317
Average Recorded Investment	1,115	2,476
Interest Income Recognized	12	75
With no related allowance [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	120,963	117,217
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	168,738	154,678
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	105,722	167,615
Interest Income Recognized	751	2,000
With no related allowance [Member] | Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	4,931	4,874
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	5,684	6,854
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	3,466	3,879
Interest Income Recognized	38	78
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	14,610	16,883
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	18,635	19,538
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	13,178	19,628
Interest Income Recognized	88	397
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	874	627
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	1,017	771
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	711	541
Interest Income Recognized	2	1
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	1,718	1,549
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	2,895	2,676
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	1,602	2,502
Interest Income Recognized	17	20
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	16,390	6,973
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	21,261	9,191
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	9,438	11,598
Interest Income Recognized	98	185
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	64,770	69,843
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	90,905	89,782
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	60,417	107,596
Interest Income Recognized	348	941
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Multi-family construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	0	1,067
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	0	2,259
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	0	5,474
Interest Income Recognized	0	18
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | One-to-four family construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	8,174	7,931
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	11,563	9,313
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	6,703	9,269
Interest Income Recognized	56	94
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Recreation and all other loans collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	367	372
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	539	545
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	368	491
Interest Income Recognized	7	9
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Commercial construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	3,241	633
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	4,088	917
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	1,522	9,663
Interest Income Recognized	34	83
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Commercial acquisition and development collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	11,927	17,130
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	14,213	19,855
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	12,845	20,640
Interest Income Recognized	77	99
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Residential acquisition and development collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	41,061	42,710
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	60,502	56,893
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	38,979	62,059
Interest Income Recognized	174	638
With no related allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	16,947	15,184
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	27,306	24,198
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	16,122	20,702
Interest Income Recognized	154	311
With no related allowance [Member] | All other receivables [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	723	1,284
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	1,035	1,668
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	788	1,169
Interest Income Recognized	6	67
With an allowance [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	90,149	117,706
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	97,745	132,421
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	25,546	39,708
Average Recorded Investment	118,947	141,989
Interest Income Recognized	933	3,049
With an allowance [Member] | Commercial and industrial segment [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	1,175	2,959
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	1,293	3,301
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	1,548	4,071
Average Recorded Investment	3,783	3,558
Interest Income Recognized	36	49
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Consumer mortgages [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	13,806	14,910
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	14,867	16,224
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	3,977	4,386
Average Recorded Investment	17,469	14,960
Interest Income Recognized	170	323
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Home equity [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	709	48
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	709	276
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	178	48
Average Recorded Investment	258	504
Interest Income Recognized	0	3
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Agricultural [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	1,381	1,547
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	1,422	1,547
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	386	380
Average Recorded Investment	1,483	3,164
Interest Income Recognized	0	18
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial and industrial-owner occupied [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	11,762	17,828
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	12,299	21,085
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	3,051	3,601
Average Recorded Investment	16,334	10,329
Interest Income Recognized	73	146
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	46,493	58,336
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	51,180	67,426
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	11,736	21,581
Average Recorded Investment	60,877	80,957
Interest Income Recognized	500	1,651
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Multi-family construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	0	0
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	0	0
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	0	571
Interest Income Recognized	0	0
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | One-to-four family construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	3,085	5,313
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	3,085	6,083
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	441	1,589
Average Recorded Investment	5,550	5,334
Interest Income Recognized	35	108
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Recreation and all other loans collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	0	0
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	0	0
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	0	0
Average Recorded Investment	0	271
Interest Income Recognized	0	2
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Commercial construction collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	318	4,387
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	839	5,128
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	95	886
Average Recorded Investment	2,395	7,289
Interest Income Recognized	8	126
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Commercial acquisition and development collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	9,888	5,091
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	10,028	7,728
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	1,598	1,418
Average Recorded Investment	10,346	12,965
Interest Income Recognized	71	429
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Construction, acquisition and development [Member] | Residential acquisition and development collateral [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	33,202	43,545
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	37,228	48,487
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	9,602	17,688
Average Recorded Investment	42,586	54,527
Interest Income Recognized	386	986
With an allowance [Member] | Real estate segment [Member] | Commercial [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	14,535	20,938
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	15,616	21,422
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	4,410	5,324
Average Recorded Investment	18,416	27,210
Interest Income Recognized	148	851
With an allowance [Member] | All other receivables [Member]
Impaired loans and leases, net of unearned income [Abstract]
Recorded Investment in Impaired Loans	288	1,140
Unpaid Balance of Impaired Loans	359	1,140
Related Allowance for Credit Losses	260	317
Average Recorded Investment	327	1,307
Interest Income Recognized	$ 6	$ 8

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FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES [Abstract]

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES

NOTE 14 – FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES

“Fair value” is defined by FASB ASC 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosure (“FASB ASC 820”), as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date.  FASB ASC 820 establishes a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value.  The hierarchy maximizes the use of observable inputs and minimizes the use of unobservable inputs by requiring that observable inputs be used when available.  Observable inputs are inputs that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability developed based on market data obtained from sources independent of the reporting entity.  Unobservable inputs are inputs that reflect the reporting entity's assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability developed based on the best information available under the circumstances.  The hierarchy is broken down into the following three levels, based on the reliability of inputs:

Level 1:  Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that are accessible at the measurement date.

Level 2:  Significant other observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities, quoted prices in markets that are not active or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data.

Level 3:  Significant unobservable inputs for the asset or liability that reflect the reporting entity's own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability.

Determination of Fair Value

The Company uses the valuation methodologies listed below to measure different financial instruments at fair value.  An indication of the level in the fair value hierarchy in which each instrument is generally classified is included.  Where appropriate, the description includes details of the valuation models, the key inputs to those models as well as any significant assumptions.

Available-for-sale securities.  Available-for-sale securities are recorded at fair value on a recurring basis.  Fair value measurement is based upon quoted prices, if available.  If quoted prices are not available, fair values are determined by matrix pricing, which is a mathematical technique widely used in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities' relationship to other benchmark quoted securities.  The Company's available-for-sale securities that are traded on an active exchange, such as the New York Stock Exchange, are classified as Level 1.  Available-for-sale securities valued using matrix pricing are classified as Level 2.  Available-for-sale securities valued using matrix pricing that has been adjusted to compensate for the present value of expected cash flows, market liquidity, credit quality and volatility are classified as Level 3.

Mortgage servicing rights.  The Company records MSRs at fair value on a recurring basis with subsequent remeasurement of MSRs based on change in fair value.  An estimate of the fair value of the Company's MSRs is determined by utilizing assumptions about factors such as mortgage interest rates, discount rates, mortgage loan prepayment speeds, market trends and industry demand.  All of the Company's MSRs are classified as Level 3.  For additional information about the Company's valuation of MSRs, see Note 12 -  Mortgage Servicing Rights.

Derivative instruments.  The Company's derivative instruments consist of commitments to fund fixed-rate mortgage loans to customers and forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans.  Fair value of these derivative instruments is measured on a recurring basis using recent observable market prices.  The Company also enters into interest rate swaps to meet the financing, interest rate and equity risk management needs of its customers.  The fair value of these instruments is either an observable market price or a discounted cash flow valuation using the terms of swap agreements but substituting original interest rates with prevailing interest rates ranging from 1.6% to 4.5%.  The Company also considers the associated counterparty credit risk when determining the fair value of these instruments.  The Company's interest rate swaps, commitments to fund fixed-rate mortgage loans to customers and forward commitments to sell individual fixed-rate mortgage loans are classified as Level 3.

Loans held for sale.  Loans held for sale are carried at the lower of cost or estimated fair value and are subject to nonrecurring fair value adjustments.  Estimated fair value is determined on the basis of existing commitments or the current market value of similar loans.  All of the Company's loans held for sale are classified as Level 2.

Impaired loans.  Loans considered impaired under FASB ASC 310 are loans for which, based on current information and events, it is probable that the creditor will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement.  Impaired loans are subject to nonrecurring fair value adjustments to reflect (1) partial write-downs that are based on the observable market price or current appraised value of the collateral, or (2) the full charge-off of the loan carrying value.  All of the Company's impaired loans are classified as Level 3.

Other real estate owned.  Other real estate owned (“OREO”) is carried at the lower of cost or estimated fair value, less estimated selling costs and is subject to nonrecurring fair value adjustments.  Estimated fair value is determined on the basis of independent appraisals and other relevant factors less an average of 7% for estimated selling costs.  All of the Company's OREO is classified as Level 3.

Assets and Liabilities Recorded at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

The following tables present the balances of the assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	March 31, 2012
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:	(In thousands)
Available-for-sale securities:
U.S. Government agencies	$	-	$	1,578,441	$	-	$	1,578,441
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		385,146		-		385,146
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		31,647		-		31,647
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		-		568,642		-		568,642
Other		665		8,994		-		9,659
Mortgage servicing rights		-		-		35,668		35,668
Derivative instruments		-		-		53,057		53,057
Total	$	665	$	2,572,870	$	88,725	$	2,662,260
Liabilities:
Derivative instruments	$	-	$	-	$	51,208	$	51,208

	March 31, 2011
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:	(In thousands)
Available-for-sale securities:
U.S. Government agencies	$	-	$	459,763	$	-	$	459,763
Government agency issued residential mortgage-backed securities		-		529,302		-		529,302
Government agency issued commercial mortgage-backed securities		-		30,938		-		30,938
Obligations of states and political subdivisions		-		111,380		-		111,380
Other		638		13,442		-		14,080
Mortgage servicing rights		-		-		42,306		42,306
Derivative instruments		-		-		33,120		33,120
Total	$	638	$	1,144,825	$	75,426	$	1,220,889
Liabilities:
Derivative instruments	$	-	$	-	$	32,766	$	32,766

The following tables present the changes in Level 3 assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	Mortgage Servicing Rights		Derivative Instruments		Available- for-sale Securities
	(In thousands)
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	30,174	$	342	$	-
Year to date net gains included in:
Net income		5,494		1,507		-
Other comprehensive income		-		-		-
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net		-		-		-
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3		-		-		-
Balance at March 31, 2012	$	35,668	$	1,849	$	-
Net unrealized gains included in net income for the quarter relating to assets and liabilities held at March 31, 2012	$	3,697	$	1,507	$	-

	Mortgage Servicing Rights		Derivative Instruments			Available- for-sale Securities
	(In thousands)
Balance at December 31, 2010	$	38,642	$	2,685		$	-
Year to date net gains (losses) included in:
Net income (loss)		3,664		(2,331	)		-
Other comprehensive income		-		-			-
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements, net		-		-			-
Transfers in and/or out of Level 3		-		-			-
Balance at March 31, 2011	$	42,306	$	354		$	-
Net unrealized (losses) gains included in net income for the quarter relating to assets      and liabilities held at March 31, 2011	$	2,540	$	(2,331	)	$	-

Assets and Liabilities Recorded at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis

The following tables present the balances of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis as of March 31, 2012 and 2011:

	March 31, 2012
									Total
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total		Losses
Assets:	(In thousands)
Loans held for sale	$	-	$	110,294	$	-	$	110,294	$	-
Impaired loans		-		-		211,112		211,112		(25,546	)
Other real estate owned		-		-		167,808		167,808		(26,520	)

	March 31, 2011
									Total
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total		Losses
Assets:	(In thousands)
Loans held for sale	$	-	$	56,876	$	-	$	56,876	$	-
Impaired loans		-		-		338,821		338,821		(49,419	)
Other real estate owned		-		-		136,412		136,412		(14,738	)

Fair Value of Financial Instruments

FASB ASC 825, Financial Instruments (“FASB ASC 825”), requires that the Company disclose estimated fair values for its financial instruments.  Fair value estimates, methods and assumptions are set forth below for the Company's financial instruments.

Held-to-maturity securities.  Fair value measurement is based upon quoted prices, if available.  If quoted prices are not available, fair values are determined by matrix pricing, which is a mathematical technique widely used in the industry to value debt securities without relying exclusively on quoted prices for the specific securities but rather by relying on the securities' relationship to other benchmark quoted securities.    The Company's held-to-maturity securities that are traded on an active exchange, such as the New York Stock Exchange, are classified as Level 1.  Held-to-maturity securities valued using matrix pricing are classified as Level 2.  Held-to-maturity securities valued using matrix pricing that has been adjusted to compensate for the present value of expected cash flows, market liquidity, credit quality and volatility are classified as Level 3.

Loans and Leases.  Fair values are estimated for portfolios of loans and leases with similar financial characteristics.  The fair value of loans and leases is calculated by discounting scheduled cash flows through the estimated maturity using rates the Company would currently offer customers based on the credit and interest rate risk inherent in the loan or lease.  Assumptions regarding credit risk, cash flows and discount rates are judgmentally determined using available market and borrower information.  Estimated maturity represents the expected average cash flow period, which in some instances is different than the stated maturity.  This entrance price approach results in a calculated fair value that would be different than an exit or estimated actual sales price approach and such differences could be significant.  All of the Company's loans and leases are classified as Level 3.

Deposit Liabilities.  Under FASB ASC 825, the fair value of deposits with no stated maturity, such as noninterest bearing demand deposits, interest bearing demand deposits and savings, is equal to the amount payable on demand as of the reporting date.  The fair value of certificates of deposit is based on the discounted value of contractual cash flows.  The discount rate is estimated using the prevailing rates offered for deposits of similar maturities.  The Company's noninterest bearing demand deposits, interest bearing demand deposits and savings are classified as Level 1.  Certificates of deposit are classified as Level 2.

Debt.  The carrying amounts for federal funds purchased and repurchase agreements approximate fair value because of their short-term maturity.  The fair value of the Company's fixed-term Federal Home Loan Bank (“FHLB”) advances is based on the discounted value of contractual cash flows.  The discount rate is estimated using the prevailing rates available for advances of similar maturities.  The fair value of the Company's junior subordinated debt is based on market prices or dealer quotes.  The Company's federal funds purchased, repurchase agreements and junior subordinated debt are classified as Level 1.  FHLB advances are classified as Level 2.

Lending Commitments.  The Company's lending commitments are negotiated at prevailing market rates and are relatively short-term in nature.  As a matter of policy, the Company generally makes commitments for fixed-rate loans for relatively short periods of time.  Therefore, the estimated value of the Company's lending commitments approximates the carrying amount and is immaterial to the financial statements.  The Company's lending commitments are classified as Level 1.

The following table presents carrying and fair value information of financial instruments at March 31, 2012 and December 31, 2011:

	March 31, 2012						December 31, 2011
	Carrying			Fair			Carrying			Fair
	Value			Value			Value			Value
Assets:	(In thousands)
Cash and due from banks	$	184,441		$	184,441		$	195,681		$	195,681
Interest bearing deposits with other banks		665,675			665,675			303,663			303,663
Available-for-sale securities		2,573,535			2,573,535			2,513,518			2,513,518
Net loans and leases		8,556,146			8,605,943			8,675,193			8,730,819
Loans held for sale		110,294			110,323			83,458			83,503
Liabilities:
Noninterest bearing deposits		2,260,012			2,260,012			2,269,799			2,269,799
Savings and interest bearing deposits		5,964,841			5,964,841			5,698,527			5,698,527
Other time deposits		2,857,469			2,901,829			2,986,863			3,029,147
Federal funds purchased and securities sold under agreement to repurchase and other short-term borrowings		402,589			402,121			375,433			375,285
Long-term debt and other borrowings		193,877			205,974			193,880			200,166
Derivative instruments:
Forward commitments to sell fixed rate mortgage loans		(98	)		(98	)		(1,057	)		(1,057	)
Commitments to fund fixed rate mortgage loans		2,710			2,710			2,140			2,140
Interest rate swap position to receive		50,094			50,094			53,608			53,608
Interest rate swap position to pay		(50,857	)		(50,857	)		(54,349	)		(54,349	)