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Amount of allowance to cover probable credit losses on loans and leases. Includes carryover of or adjustments to the allowance for loan losses in connection with business combinations. Excludes allowance for loans and leases covered under loss sharing agreements.

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Allowance for credit losses acquired and evaluated for impairment.

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Provision for loan and lease losses loans acquired.

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Provisions credit for loan and lease losses.

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