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Derivative Financial Instruments - Gains and Losses on Hedged Items in Fair Value Hedges (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2015
Mar. 31, 2014
Interest Income Expense [Member]    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
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Other Income [Member]    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
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Available-for-sale Securities [Member] | Interest Income [Member] | Interest rate contracts [Member]    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
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Available-for-sale Securities [Member] | Other Income [Member] | Interest rate contracts [Member]    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
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Subordinated Debt [Member] | Interest Expense [Member] | Interest rate contracts [Member]    
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]    
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