Form 10-Q
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 10-Q

 

 

 

x Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2011.

or

 

¨ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Commission File Number: 001-31486

 

 

LOGO

WEBSTER FINANCIAL CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

 

 

Delaware   06-1187536

(State or other jurisdiction of

incorporation or organization)

 

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification No.)

145 Bank Street (Webster Plaza), Waterbury, Connecticut   06702
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

(203) 578-2202

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

(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.    þ  Yes    ¨  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 (Section 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).

þ  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   þ    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  þ

The number of shares of common stock, par value $.01 per share, outstanding as of April 29, 2011 was 87,537,448.

 

 

 

 


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INDEX

 

     Page No.  

PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION

  

Item 1.

 

Financial Statements

     3   

Item 2.

 

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

     47   

Item 3.

 

Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk

     72   

Item 4.

 

Controls and Procedures

     72   

PART II - OTHER INFORMATION

  

Item 1.

 

Legal Proceedings

     73   

Item 1A.

 

Risk Factors

     74   

Item 2.

 

Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

     74   

Item 3.

 

Defaults Upon Senior Securities

     74   

Item 4.

 

[Removed and Reserved]

     74   

Item 5.

 

Other Information

     74   

Item 6.

 

Exhibits

     75   

SIGNATURES

     76   

EXHIBIT INDEX

     77   

 

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PART I. – FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

WEBSTER FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

 

(In thousands, except share and per share data)

   March 31,
2011
    December 31,
2010
 
     (Unaudited)        

Assets:

    

Cash and due from banks

   $ 170,691      $ 159,849   

Interest-bearing deposits

     104,982        52,811   

Trading securities, at fair value

     —          11,554   

Securities available for sale, at fair value

     2,195,109        2,413,776   

Securities held-to-maturity (fair value of $3,284,722 and $3,141,775)

     3,211,047        3,072,453   

Federal Home Loan Bank and Federal Reserve Bank stock, at cost

     143,874        143,874   

Loans held for sale

     10,809        52,224   

Loans

     11,014,050        11,024,639   

Allowance for loan losses

     (297,948     (321,665
                

Loans, net

     10,716,102        10,702,974   

Deferred tax asset, net

     95,209        104,774   

Premises and equipment, net

     155,464        157,724   

Goodwill

     529,887        529,887   

Other intangible assets, net

     19,880        21,277   

Cash surrender value of life insurance policies

     300,683        298,149   

Prepaid FDIC premiums

     52,121        57,548   

Accrued interest receivable and other assets

     259,088        259,194   
                

Total assets

   $ 17,964,946      $ 18,038,068   
                

Liabilities and Equity:

    

Deposits:

    

Non-interest bearing

   $ 2,183,665      $ 2,216,987   

Interest bearing

     11,941,003        11,391,798   
                

Total deposits

     14,124,668        13,608,785   

Federal Home Loan Bank advances

     403,297        768,005   

Securities sold under agreements to repurchase and other short-term borrowings

     857,394        1,091,477   

Long-term debt

     570,637        582,837   

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

     184,320        203,898   
                

Total liabilities

     16,140,316        16,255,002   
                

Shareholders’ equity:

    

Preferred stock, $.01 par value; Authorized - 3,000,000 shares:

    

Series A issued and outstanding - 28,939 shares

     28,939        28,939   

Common stock, $.01 par value; Authorized - 200,000,000 shares

    

Issued - 90,694,337 shares and 90,688,879 shares

     907        907   

Paid-in capital

     1,160,929        1,160,690   

Retained earnings

     776,968        746,057   

Less: Treasury stock, (at cost; 3,764,429 shares and 3,830,050 shares)

     (146,711     (149,462

Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net

     (5,979     (13,709
                

Total Webster Financial Corporation shareholders’ equity

     1,815,053        1,773,422   

Non controlling interests

     9,577        9,644   
                

Total equity

     1,824,630        1,783,066   
                

Total liabilities and equity

   $ 17,964,946      $ 18,038,068   
                

See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

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WEBSTER FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Unaudited)

 

     Three months ended
March 31,
 

(In thousands, except per share data)

   2011     2010  

Interest Income:

    

Interest and fees on loans and leases

   $ 121,231      $ 123,350   

Taxable interest and dividends on securities

     46,493        46,625   

Non-taxable interest and dividends on securities

     7,351        7,531   

Loans held for sale

     422        314   
                

Total interest income

     175,497        177,820   
                

Interest Expense:

    

Deposits

     22,769        31,951   

Repurchase agreements and other short-term borrowings

     3,562        4,003   

Federal Home Loan Bank advances

     3,355        4,418   

Long-term debt

     6,362        6,064   
                

Total interest expense

     36,048        46,436   
                

Net interest income

     139,449        131,384   

Provision for loan losses

     10,000        43,000   
                

Net interest income after provision for loan losses

     129,449        88,384   
                

Non-interest Income:

    

Deposit service fees

     25,340        27,784   

Loan related fees

     4,829        6,005   

Wealth and investment services

     6,722        5,835   

Mortgage banking activities

     1,253        (138

Increase in cash surrender value of life insurance policies

     2,533        2,578   

Net loss on trading securities

     (1,799     —     

Net gain on sale of investment securities

     2,176        4,318   

Total other-than-temporary impairment losses on securities

     —          (8,214

Portion of the loss recognized in other comprehensive income

     —          4,534   
                

Net impairment losses recognized in earnings

     —          (3,680

Other income

     3,248        4,314   
                

Total non-interest income

     44,302        47,016   
                

Non-interest Expense:

    

Compensation and benefits

     67,071        60,956   

Occupancy

     14,735        14,440   

Technology and equipment expense

     15,392        15,268   

Intangible assets amortization

     1,397        1,397   

Marketing

     5,520        4,791   

Professional and outside services

     2,430        2,602   

Deposit insurance

     5,781        6,085   

Other expenses

     16,799        28,085   
                

Total non-interest expense

     129,125        133,624   
                

Income from continuing operations before income tax expense

     44,626        1,776   

Income tax expense

     12,326        355   
                

Income from continuing operations

     32,300        1,421   

Income from discontinued operations, net of tax

     1,995        —     
                

Consolidated net income

     34,295        1,421   

Less: Net loss attributable to non controlling interests

     (1     —     
                

Net income attributable to Webster Financial Corporation

     34,296        1,421   

Preferred stock dividends

     (831     (5,455

Accretion of preferred stock discount and gain on extinguishment

     —          (2,035
                

Net income (loss) available to common shareholders

   $ 33,465      $ (6,069
                

Net income (loss) per common share:

    

Basic

    

Income (loss) from continuing operations

   $ 0.36      $ (0.08

Net income (loss) available to common shareholders

     0.38        (0.08

Diluted

    

Income (loss) from continuing operations

     0.34        (0.08

Net income (loss) available to common shareholders

     0.36        (0.08

See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

 

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WEBSTER FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY (Unaudited)

 

     Three months ended March 31, 2010  

(In thousands, except share and per
share data)

   Preferred
Stock
    Common
Stock
     Paid-In
Capital
    Retained
Earnings
    Treasury
Stock
    Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
(Loss) Income
    Non
Controlling
Interests
     Total  

Balance, December 31, 2009

   $ 422,109      $ 820       $ 1,007,740      $ 708,024      $ (161,911   $ (28,389   $ 9,641       $ 1,958,034   
                                                                  

Comprehensive income:

                  

Net income

     —          —           —          1,421        —          —          —           1,421   

Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes:

                  

Net change in unrealized gain on securities available for sale

     —          —           —          —          —          4,273        —           4,273   

Net change in non-credit related other than temporary impairment on securities

     —          —           —          —          —          (2,947     —           (2,947

Amortization of unrealized loss on securities transferred to held to maturity

     —          —           —          —          —          85        —           85   

Net unrealized gain on derivative instruments

                271           271   

Net actuarial gain and prior service cost for pension and other postretirement benefits

     —          —           —          —          —          387        —           387   
                                                                  

Other comprehensive income, net of taxes

     —          —           —          —          —          2,069        —           2,069   
                                                                  

Total comprehensive income, net of taxes

                     3,490   

Dividends declared on common stock of $.01 per share

     —          —           —          (782     —          —          —           (782

Dividends declared on Series A preferred stock $21.25 per share

     —          —           —          (615     —          —          —           (615

Dividends incurred on Series B prefered stock $12.50 per share

     —          —           —          (4,583     —          —          —           (4,583

Redemption of Preferred Stock

     (98,365     —           —          (1,635     —          —          —           (100,000

Subsidiary preferred stock dividends $0.2156 per share

     —          —           —          (216     —          —          —           (216

Exercise of stock options

     —          —           308          110        —          —           418   

Net shares acquired related to employee share-based compensation plans

     —          —           —          —          (288     —          —           (288

Stock-based compensation expense

     —          —           (927     (813     1,493        —          —           (247

Accretion of preferred stock discount

     400        —           —          (400     —          —          —           —     

Issuance of common stock

     —          —           32        (759     1,233        —          —           506   
                                                                  

Balance, March 31, 2010

   $ 324,144      $ 820       $ 1,007,153      $ 699,642      $ (159,363   $ (26,320   $ 9,641       $ 1,855,717   
                                                                  

See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

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WEBSTER FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY (Unaudited), continued

 

     Three months ended March 31, 2011  

(In thousands, except share and per
share data)

   Preferred
Stock
     Common
Stock
     Paid-In
Capital
    Retained
Earnings
    Treasury
Stock
    Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
(Loss)
    Non
Controlling
Interests
    Total  

Balance, December 31, 2010

   $ 28,939       $ 907       $ 1,160,690      $ 746,057      $ (149,462   $ (13,709   $ 9,644      $ 1,783,066   
                                                                  

Comprehensive income:

                  

Net income

     —           —           —          34,296        —          —          (1     34,295   

Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes:

                  

Net change in unrealized gain on securities available for sale

     —           —           —          —          —          4,308        —          4,308   

Net change in non-credit related other than temporary impairment on securities

     —           —           —          —          —          746        —          746   

Amortization of unrealized loss on securities

     —           —           —          —          —          28        —          28   

Transferred to held to maturity

     —           —           —          —          —          —          —          —     

Net unrealized gain on derivative instruments

     —           —           —          —          —          1,865        —          1,865   

Net actuarial gain and prior service cost for pension and other postretirement benefits

     —           —           —          —          —          783        —             783   
                                                                  

Other comprehensive income, net of taxes

     —           —           —          —          —          7,730        —          7,730   
                                                                  

Total comprehensive income, net of taxes

                     42,025   

Dividends declared on common stock of $.01 per share

     —           —           —          (871     —          —          —          (871

Dividends declared on Series A preferred stock $21.25 per share

     —           —           —          (615     —          —          —          (615

Subsidiary preferred stock dividends $0.2156 per share

     —           —           —          (216     —          —          —          (216

Exercise of stock options

     —           —           (35     —          58        —          —          23   

Net shares acquired related to employee share-based compensation plans

     —           —           —          —          (237     —          —          (237

Stock-based compensation expense

     —           —           252        (1,433     2,370        —          —          1,189   

Issuance of common stock

     —           —           22        (250     560        —          —          332   

Other

     —           —           —          —          —          —          (66     (66
                                                                  

Balance, March 31, 2011

   $ 28,939       $ 907       $ 1,160,929      $ 776,968      $ (146,711   $ (5,979   $ 9,577      $ 1,824,630   
                                                                  

See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited)

 

     Three months ended
March 31,
 

(In thousands)

   2011     2010  

Operating Activities:

    

Consolidated net income

   $ 34,295      $ 1,421   

Income from discontinued operations, net of tax

     1,995        —     
                

Income from continuing operations Income from continuing operations

     32,300        1,421   

Adjustments to reconcile income from continuing operations to net cash provided by (used for) operating activities:

    

Provision for loan losses

     10,000        43,000   

Deferred tax expense (benefit)

     7,803        (1,554

Depreciation and amortization

     21,212        21,966   

Stock-based compensation

     1,189        (247

Net (gain) loss on the sale of foreclosed properties

     (315     2,061   

Write-down of premises and equipment

     —          9   

Gain on sale of premises and equipment

     (49     —     

Loss on write-down of investments to fair value

     —          3,680   

Gain on fair value adjustment of direct investments

     (1,103     (694

Loss on fair value adjustment of derivative instruments

     119        —     

Net gain on the sale of investment securities

     (2,176     (4,318

Net decrease in trading securities

     11,554        —     

Increase in cash surrender value of life insurance policies

     (2,534     (1,300

Net decrease (increase) in loans held for sale

     41,415        (17,262

Net decrease (increase) in accrued interest receivable and other assets

     322        (154,026

Net decrease in accrued expenses and other liabilities

     (12,778     (2,392
                

Net cash provided by (used for) operating activities

     106,959        (109,656
                

Investing Activities:

    

Net (increase) decrease in interest-bearing deposits

     (52,171     228,117   

Purchases of available for sale securities

     (84,144     (528,208

Proceeds from maturities and principal payments of available for sale securities

     214,698        164,095   

Proceeds from sales of available for sale securities

     91,921        120,622   

Purchases of held-to-maturity securities

     (302,064     (378,214

Proceeds from maturities and principal payments of held-to-maturity securities

     160,429        119,500   

Net (increase) decrease in loans

     (30,492     89,448   

Proceeds from sale of foreclosed properties

     4,348        3,842   

Proceeds from sale of premises and equipment

     769        675   

Purchases of premises and equipment

     (6,754     (2,575
                

Net cash used for investing activities

     (3,460     (182,698
                

Financing Activities:

    

Net increase in deposits

     515,883        361,399   

Proceeds from Federal Home Loan Bank advances

     45,934        243,000   

Repayments of Federal Home Loan Bank advances

     (410,425     (213,115

Net decrease in securities sold under agreements to repurchase and other short-term debt

     (234,084     (6,489

Redemption of preferred stock

     —          (100,000

Repayment of long-term debt

     (10,310     —     

Cash dividends paid to common shareholders

     (871     (782

Cash dividends paid to preferred shareholders of consolidated affiliate

     (216     —     

Cash dividends paid to preferred shareholders

     (615     (5,414

Exercise of stock options

     23        418   

Common stock issued

     332        506   

Common stock repurchased

     (237     (288

Other

     (66     —     
                

Net cash (used for) provided by financing activities

     (94,652     279,235   
                

Cash Flows from Discontinued Operations:

    

Operating Activities

     1,995        —     
                

Net cash provided by discontinued operations

     1,995        —     
                

Net increase (decrease) in cash and due from banks

     10,842        (13,119

Cash and due from banks at beginning of period

     159,849        171,184   
                

Cash and due from banks at end of period

   $ 170,691      $ 158,065   
                

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:

    

Interest paid

   $ 37,347      $ 45,968   

Income taxes paid

     6,194        91   

Noncash investing and financing activities:

    

Transfer of loans and leases, net to foreclosed properties

   $ 4,283      $ 7,390   

See accompanying Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

 

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Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

(Unaudited)

NOTE 1: Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

Nature of Operations. Webster Financial Corporation (together, with its consolidated subsidiaries, “Webster”, the “Company”, our company, we or us), is a bank holding company and financial holding company under the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956, as amended, headquartered in Waterbury, Connecticut and incorporated under the laws of Delaware in 1986. Webster’s principal assets at March 31, 2011 were all of the outstanding capital stock of Webster Bank, National Association (“Webster Bank”).

Webster, through Webster Bank and various non-banking financial services subsidiaries, delivers financial services to individuals, families and businesses throughout New England and into Westchester County, New York. Webster provides business and consumer banking, mortgage lending, financial planning, trust and investment services through 176 banking offices, 488 ATMs, mobile banking and its Internet website (www.websteronline.com). Webster Bank offers, through its HSA Bank division, health savings accounts on a nationwide basis. Webster also offers equipment financing, commercial real estate lending and asset-based lending.

Basis of Presentation. The Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements include the accounts of Webster and all other entities in which Webster has a controlling financial interest (collectively referred to as “Webster” or the “Company”). All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The accounting and financial reporting policies Webster follows conform, in all material respects, to accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”) and to general practices within the financial services industry.

The Company determines whether it has a controlling financial interest in an entity by first evaluating whether the entity is a voting interest entity or a variable interest entity under accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. Voting interest entities are entities in which the total equity investment at risk is sufficient to enable the entity to finance itself independently and provides the equity holders with the obligation to absorb losses, the right to receive residual returns and the right to make decisions about the entity’s activities. Subsidiaries of the Company that have issued trust preferred securities are not consolidated.

The Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q have not been audited by an independent registered public accounting firm, but, in the opinion of management, reflect all adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of the Company’s financial position and results of operations. All such adjustments were of a normal and recurring nature. The Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Accordingly, the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements and should be read in conjunction with the Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements, and notes thereto, for the year ended December 31, 2010, included in Webster’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on February 25, 2011 (the “2010 Form 10-K”). Operating results for the interim periods disclosed herein are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for a full year or any future period.

Use of Estimates. The preparation of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The allowance for loan losses, the fair values of financial instruments, the deferred tax asset valuation allowance, status of contingencies and the goodwill evaluation are particularly subject to change.

Loans. Loans are stated at the principal amounts outstanding, net of unamortized premiums and discounts and net of deferred loan fees and/or costs which are recognized as a yield adjustment using the interest method. These yield adjustments are amortized over the contractual life of the related loans adjusted for estimated prepayments when applicable. Interest on loans is credited to interest income as earned based on the interest rate applied to principal amounts outstanding. Loans are placed on nonaccrual status when timely collection of principal and interest in accordance with contractual terms is doubtful. Loans are transferred to a nonaccrual basis generally when principal or interest payments become 90 days delinquent, unless the loan is well secured and in process of collection, or sooner when management concludes circumstances indicate that borrowers may be unable to meet contractual principal or interest payments.

Accrual of interest is discontinued if the loan is placed on nonaccrual status. Residential real estate and consumer loans are placed on nonaccrual status at 90 days past due and a charge-off is recorded at 180 days if the loan balance exceeds the fair value of the collateral less costs to sell. All commercial, commercial real estate and equipment finance loans are subject to a detailed review by

 

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the Company’s credit risk team when 90 days past due and a specific determination is made to put a loan on non-accrual status. A charge off is recorded on a case by case basis when all or a portion of the loan is deemed to be uncollectible.

When a loan is put on nonaccrual status, unpaid accrued interest is reversed and charged against interest income. If ultimate repayment of a nonaccrual loan is expected, any payments received are applied in accordance with contractual terms. If ultimate repayment is not expected on commercial, commercial real estate and equipment finance loans, any payment received on a nonaccrual loan is applied to principal until the unpaid balance has been fully recovered. Any excess is then credited to interest income when received. If the Company determines, through a current valuation analysis, that principal can be repaid on residential real estate and consumer loans, interest payments may be taken into income as received or on a cash basis. Loans are removed from nonaccrual status when they become current as to principal and interest or demonstrate a period of performance under contractual terms and, in the opinion of management, are fully collectible as to principal and interest.

Allowance for Credit Losses. The allowance for credit losses includes the allowance for loan losses and the reserve for unfunded credit commitments.

Allowance for Loan Losses. The allowance for loan losses is a reserve established through a provision for loan losses charged to expense, which represents management’s best estimate of probable losses that have been incurred within the existing portfolio of loans at the balance sheet date. The allowance, in the judgment of management, is necessary to reserve for estimated losses inherent in the loan portfolio. The level of the allowance reflects management’s continuing evaluation of industry concentrations, specific credit risks, loan loss experience, current loan portfolio quality, present economic, political and regulatory conditions, as well as trends in the foregoing. Portions of the allowance may be allocated for specific loans; however, the entire allowance is available for any loan that, in management’s judgment, should be charged off. While management utilizes its best judgment and information available, the ultimate adequacy of the allowance is dependent upon a variety of factors beyond the Company’s control, including the performance of the Company’s loan portfolio, the economy, changes in interest rates and the view of the regulatory authorities toward loan classifications.

The Company’s allowance for loan losses consists of three elements: (i) specific valuation allowances established for probable losses on specific loans; (ii) historical valuation allowances calculated based on historical loan loss experience for similar loans with similar characteristics and trends, adjusted, as necessary, to reflect the impact of current conditions; and (iii) qualitative factors determined based on general economic conditions and other qualitative risk factors both internal and external to the Company.

Loans are considered impaired, when based on current information and events, if it is probable the Company will be unable to collect all amounts due in accordance with the original contractual terms of the loan agreement, including scheduled principal and interest payments. Loans identified as troubled debt restructurings (“TDR”) are considered impaired loans for the entire term of the loan, with very limited exceptions. Impairment is evaluated on a pooled basis for smaller-balance loans of a similar nature and on an individual loan basis depending on risk rating, accrual status and loan balance for other loans, primarily commercial loans. If a loan is impaired, a specific valuation allowance is established, if necessary, so that the loan is reported net, at the present value of estimated future cash flows using the loan’s original rate or at the fair value of collateral if repayment is expected solely from the collateral. Interest payments on impaired loans are typically applied to principal unless collectability of the principal amount is reasonably assured, in which case interest is recognized on a cash basis. Impaired loans, or portions thereof, are charged off when deemed uncollectible. Factors considered by management in determining impairment include payment status, collateral value, and the probability of collecting scheduled principal and interest payments when due.

Reserve for Unfunded Commitments. The reserve for unfunded commitments provides for probable losses inherent in lending related commitments, including unused commitments to extend credit, letters of credit, and financial guarantees.

Troubled Debt Restructurings. A modified loan is considered a TDR when two conditions are met: 1) the borrower is experiencing documented financial difficulty and 2) concessions are made by the Company that would not otherwise be considered for a borrower with similar credit characteristics. The most common types of modifications include below market rate reductions and/or maturity extensions. Modified terms are dependent upon the financial position and needs of the individual borrower, as the Company does not employ modification programs for temporary or trial periods. All modifications are permanent. The modified loan does not revert back to its original terms, even if the modified loan agreement is violated. If the modification agreement is violated, the loan is handled by the Company’s Restructuring and Recovery group for resolution, which may result in foreclosure.

The Company’s policy is to place all Consumer loan TDRs on non-accrual status for a minimum period of six months. Loans qualify for return to accrual status once they have demonstrated performance with the restructured terms of the loan agreement for a minimum of six months. Commercial TDRs are evaluated on a case by case basis. All TDRs are reported as impaired. Impaired and TDR classification may be removed if the borrower demonstrates compliance with the modified terms and the restructuring agreement specifies an interest rate equal to that which would be provided to a borrower with similar credit at the time of restructuring. The majority of TDRs are classified as impaired loans and TDRs for the remaining life of the loan.

 

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Earnings Per Share. Earnings per common share is computed using the two-class method. Basic earnings per common share is computed by dividing net earnings allocated to common stock by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the applicable period, excluding outstanding participating securities. Diluted earnings per common share is computed using the weighted-average number of shares determined for the basic earnings per common share computation plus the dilutive effect of stock compensation using the treasury stock method. A reconciliation of the weighted-average shares used in calculating basic earnings per common share and the weighted average common shares used in calculating diluted earnings per common share for the reported periods is provided in Note 11 – Earnings Per Common Share.

Comprehensive Income. Comprehensive income includes all changes in shareholders’ equity during a period, except those resulting from transactions with shareholders. In addition to net income, other components of Webster’s comprehensive income include the after-tax effect of changes in the net unrealized gain/loss on securities available for sale, changes in the net actuarial gain/loss on defined benefit post-retirement benefit plans and changes in the accumulated gain/loss on effective cash flow hedging instruments.

Reclassifications. Certain items in prior financial statements have been reclassified to conform to current presentation. These reclassifications had no impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position, results of operations or net change in cash and cash equivalents.

There have been no changes to our significant accounting policies that were disclosed in the 2010 Form 10-K.

Accounting Standards Updates

ASU No. 2011-02, “Receivables (Topic 310) — A Creditor’s Determination of Whether a Restructuring Is a Troubled Debt Restructuring.” On April 5, 2011, the FASB issued ASU No. 2011-02 to clarify when a loan modification or restructuring is considered a troubled debt restructuring (“TDR”). The changes apply to a lender that modifies a receivable covered by Subtopic 310-40, “Receivables—Troubled Debt Restructurings by Creditors.” In evaluating whether a restructuring constitutes a TDR, a creditor must separately conclude that both of the following exist: (i) the restructuring constitutes a concession and (ii) the debtor is experiencing financial difficulties. A creditor may determine that a debtor is experiencing financial difficulties, even though the debtor is not currently in default, if the creditor determines it is probable that the debtor would default on its payments for any of its debts in the foreseeable future without the loan modification. Lenders who determine that they are making a concession on the terms of the loan to a borrower who is having financial problems should follow the guidance found in ASU No. 2011-02. The guidance on identifying and disclosing TDRs is effective for interim and annual reporting periods beginning on or after June 15, 2011 and applies retrospectively to restructuring occurring on or after the beginning of the year. The guidance on measuring the impairment of a receivable restructured in a troubled debt restructuring is effective on a prospective basis. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this accounting standards update on the Company’s financial statements.

NOTE 2: Restructuring and Repositioning

During the three months ended March 31, 2011, Webster recognized net costs of $0.3 in branch facility optimization expense, of which $0.2 related to an early lease termination payment on a facility which the Company plans to vacate by the end of 2011. These costs are included in other non-interest expense in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.

On April 1, 2011, as previously announced, Webster closed five branches in response to changing customer usage patterns and its initiative to optimize branch operations. Three of the branches are owned by Webster and two of the branch facilities are leased. Webster recorded a $3.1 million liability related to lease termination and the write-off of leasehold improvements for the two leased branches during the fourth quarter of 2010.

Activity in the restructuring and repositioning liability for the three months ended March 31, 2011 is presented in the following table.

 

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Three months ended March 31, 2011 (In thousands)

   Charged  to
Expense
     Liability  
     

Beginning Balance

   $ —         $ 4,823   

Facility consolidation

     273         135   
                 

Total Accrued

   $ 273       $ 4,958   

Payments related to:

     

Severance and other employee related costs

        119   
                 

Total Payments

        119   
                 

Restructuring and Repositioning Reserve Balance

   $ 273       $ 4,839   
                 

NOTE 3: Investment Securities

A summary of the amortized cost, carrying value, and fair value of Webster’s investment securities, excluding trading securities, is presented below.

 

     March 31, 2011  
            Recognized in OCI            Not Recognized in OCI        

(Dollars in thousands)

   Amortized
cost (a)(b)
     Gross
unrealized
gains
     Gross
unrealized
losses
    Carrying
value
     Gross
unrealized
gains
     Gross
unrealized
losses
    Fair value  

Available for sale:

                  

U.S. Treasury Bills

   $ 200       $ —         $ —        $ 200       $ —         $ —        $ 200   

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”) - GSE

     1,199,247         12,069         (5,003     1,206,313         —           —          1,206,313   

Pooled trust preferred securities (a)

     62,756         1,862         (10,480     54,138         —           —          54,138   

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     50,892         66         (4,900     46,058         —           —          46,058   

Equity securities-financial institutions (b)

     5,806         1,150         (152     6,804         —           —          6,804   

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     546,408         26,706         —          573,114         —           —          573,114   

Commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS)

     293,920         16,628         (2,066     308,482         —           —          308,482   
                                                            

Total available for sale

   $ 2,159,229       $ 58,481       $ (22,601   $ 2,195,109       $ —         $ —        $ 2,195,109   
                                                            

Held to maturity:

                  

Municipal bonds and notes

   $ 669,639         —           —        $ 669,639       $ 9,978       $ (14,644   $ 664,973   

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”) - GSE

     817,785         —           —          817,785         14,733         (191     832,327   

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     1,616,670         —           —          1,616,670         69,524         (6,282     1,679,912   

CMBS/Private Label MBS

     106,953         —           —          106,953         772         (215     107,510   
                                                            

Total held to maturity

   $ 3,211,047       $ —         $ —        $ 3,211,047       $ 95,007       $ (21,332   $ 3,284,722   
                                                            

Total investment securities

   $ 5,370,276       $ 58,481       $ (22,601   $ 5,406,156       $ 95,007       $ (21,332   $ 5,479,831   
                                                            

 

(a) Amortized cost is net of $21.3 million of credit related other-than-temporary impairments at March 31, 2011.
(b) Amortized cost is net of $21.6 million of other-than-temporary impairments at March 31, 2011.

 

 

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     December 31, 2010  
            Recognized in OCI            Not Recognized in OCI        

(Dollars in thousands)

   Amortized  cost
(a)(b)
     Gross
unrealized gains
     Gross
unrealized
losses
    Carrying
value
     Gross unrealized
gains
     Gross
unrealized
losses
    Fair value  

Available for sale:

                  

U.S. Treasury Bills

   $ 200       $ —         $ —        $ 200       $ —         $ —        $ 200   

Agency notes - GSE

     100,020         29         —          100,049         —           —          100,049   

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”) - GSE

     1,172,942         12,524         (6,307     1,179,159         —           —          1,179,159   

Pooled trust preferred securities (a)

     65,054         2,693         (14,558     53,189         —           —          53,189   

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     50,852         —           (8,577     42,275         —           —          42,275   

Equity securities-financial

institutions (b)

     6,510         1,064         (233     7,341         —           —          7,341   

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     691,567         32,103         (88     723,582         —           —          723,582   

Commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS)

     296,730         14,736         (3,485     307,981         —           —          307,981   
                                                            

Total available for sale

   $ 2,383,875       $ 63,149       $ (33,248   $ 2,413,776       $ —         $ —        $ 2,413,776   
                                                            

Held to maturity:

                  

Municipal bonds and notes

   $ 670,287       $ —         $ —        $ 670,287       $ 7,978       $ (25,199   $ 653,066   

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”) - GSE

     643,189         —           —          643,189         13,292         (515     655,966   

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     1,707,893         —           —          1,707,893         77,204         (4,263     1,780,834   

CMBS/Private Label MBS

     51,084         —           —          51,084         825         —          51,909   
                                                            

Total held to maturity

   $ 3,072,453       $ —         $ —        $ 3,072,453       $ 99,299       $ (29,977   $ 3,141,775   
                                                            

Total investment securities

   $ 5,456,328       $ 63,149       $ (33,248   $ 5,486,229       $ 99,299       $ (29,977   $ 5,555,551   
                                                            

 

(a) Amortized cost is net of $26.3 million of credit related other-than-temporary impairments at December 31, 2010.
(b) Amortized cost is net of $21.7 million of other-than-temporary impairments at December 31, 2010.

Securities with a carrying value totaling $2.6 billion at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010 were pledged to secure public funds, trust deposits, repurchase agreements and for other purposes, as required or permitted by law.

At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the Company had no investments in obligations of individual states, counties, or municipalities which exceed 10% of consolidated shareholders’ equity

The amortized cost and fair value of debt securities at March 31, 2011, by contractual maturity, are set for the below.

 

     Available for Sale      Held to Maturity  

(Dollars in thousands)

   Amortized
Cost
     Fair
Value
     Amortized
Cost
     Fair
Value
 

Due in one year or less

   $ 200       $ 200       $ 19,070       $ 19,087   

Due after one year through five years

     —           —           4,991         5,126   

Due after five years through ten years

     40,567         38,578         320,196         336,116   

Due after ten years

     2,112,656         2,149,527         2,866,790         2,924,393   
                                   

Totals

   $  2,153,423       $ 2,188,305       $ 3,211,047       $ 3,284,722   
                                   

For the purposes of the maturity schedule, mortgage-backed securities, which are not due at a single maturity date, have been allocated over maturity groupings based on the expected maturity of the underlying collateral. Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because certain borrowers have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties. At March 31, 2011, the Company had $693.3 million of callable securities in its investment portfolio.

Management evaluates securities for other than temporary impairment (“OTTI”) on a quarterly basis. All securities classified as held to maturity or available for sale that are in an unrealized loss position are evaluated for OTTI. Consideration is given to, among other qualitative factors; current market conditions, fair value in relationship to cost, extent and nature of change in fair value, issuer rating changes and trends, volatility of earnings, current analysts’ evaluations, and all available information relevant to the collectability of debt securities. If the Company intends to sell the security or, if it is more likely than not that the Company will be required to sell the security prior to recovery of its amortized cost basis, the security’s amortized cost is written down to fair value and the respective loss is recorded as non-interest expense in the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations. If the Company does not intend to sell the security and if it is more likely than not that the Company will not be required to sell the security prior to recovery of its amortized cost basis, only the credit component of the impairment charge of a debt security is

 

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recognized as a loss in non-interest income in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. The remaining non credit impairment component is recorded in other comprehensive income (“OCI”). A decline in the value of an equity security that is considered OTTI is recorded as a loss in non-interest income in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.

The following table provides information on the gross unrealized losses and fair value of the Company’s investment securities with unrealized losses that are not deemed to be other than temporarily impaired, aggregated by investment security category and length of time that individual investment securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position at March 31, 2011.

 

            March 31, 2011  
      Less Than
Twelve Months
    Twelve Months or
Longer
    Total  

(Dollars in thousands)

   # of
Holdings
     Fair Value      Unrealized
Losses
    Fair Value      Unrealized
Losses
    Fair Value      Unrealized
Losses
 

Available for Sale:

                  

Agency CMOs - GSE

     9       $ 439,590       $ (5,003   $ —         $ —        $ 439,590       $ (5,003

Pooled trust preferred securities

     7         7,325         (337     35,371         (10,143     42,696         (10,480

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     7         —           —          37,794         (4,900     37,794         (4,900

Equity securities

     13         221         (29     1,101         (123     1,322         (152

Commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS)

     2         4,502         (9     22,141         (2,057     26,643         (2,066
                                                            

Total available for sale

     38       $ 451,638       $ (5,378   $ 96,407       $ (17,223   $ 548,045       $ (22,601
                                                            

Held-to-maturity:

                  

Municipal bonds and notes

     311       $ 287,354       $ (13,472   $ 10,256       $ (1,172   $ 297,610       $ (14,644

Agency CMOs - GSE

     1         51,251         (191     —           —          51,251         (191

Mortgage backed securities - GSE

     11         293,411         (6,282     —           —          293,411         (6,282

CMBS/Private Label MBS

     3         33,929         (215     —           —          33,929         (215
                                                            

Total held-to-maturity

     326       $ 665,945       $ (20,160   $ 10,256       $ (1,172   $ 676,201       $ (21,332
                                                            

Total investment securities

     364       $ 1,117,583       $ (25,538   $ 106,663       $ (18,395   $ 1,224,246       $ (43,933
                                                            

 

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The following table provides information on the gross unrealized losses and fair value of the Company’s investment securities with unrealized losses that are not deemed to be other than temporarily impaired, aggregated by investment security category and length of time that individual investment securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position at December 31, 2010.

 

            Less Than Twelve
Months
    Twelve Months or
Longer
    Total  

(Dollars in thousands)

   # of
Holdings
     Fair Value      Unrealized
Losses
    Fair Value      Unrealized
Losses
    Fair Value      Unrealized
Losses
 

Available for Sale:

                  

Agency CMOs - GSE

     9       $ 450,099       $ (6,307   $ —         $ —        $ 450,099       $ (6,307

Pooled trust preferred securities

     9         8,126         (1,534     40,147         (13,024     48,273         (14,558

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     9         —           —          42,275         (8,577     42,275         (8,577

Equity securities

     14         1,328         (222     138         (11     1,466         (233

Mortgage-backed securities-GSE

     1         28,391         (88     —           —          28,391         (88

Commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS)

     3         —           —          55,817         (3,485     55,817         (3,485
                                                            

Total available for sale

     45       $ 487,944       $ (8,151   $ 138,377       $ (25,097   $ 626,321       $ (33,248
                                                            

Held-to-maturity:

                  

Municipal bonds and notes

     410       $ 357,771       $ (23,621   $ 11,737       $ (1,578   $ 369,508       $ (25,199

Agency CMOs - GSE

     1         51,874         (515     —           —          51,874         (515

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     11         301,305         (4,263     —           —          301,305         (4,263
                                                            

Total held-to-maturity

     422       $ 710,950       $ (28,399   $ 11,737       $ (1,578   $ 722,687       $ (29,977
                                                            

Total investment securities

     467       $ 1,198,894       $ (36,550   $ 150,114       $ (26,675   $ 1,349,008       $ (63,225
                                                            

The following summarizes, by investment security type, the basis for evaluating if the applicable investment securities within the Company’s available for sale portfolio were other-than-temporarily impaired at March 31, 2011.

Trust Preferred Securities – Pooled Issuers – At March 31, 2011, the fair value of the pooled trust preferred securities was $54.1million, an increase of $0.9 million from the fair value of $53.2 million at December 31, 2010. The increase in fair value is the result of both market expectations of higher future interest rates, as a rise in interest rates for variable rate securities will increase future cash flows, and improving overall market conditions compared to December 31, 2010, partially offset by one issuer deferral resulting in a reduction of unrealized gains. In addition the Company sold one security with an amortized cost of $2.0 million at a loss of $1.0 million. The gross unrealized loss of $10.5 million at March 31, 2011 is primarily attributable to changes in interest rates including a liquidity spread premium to reflect the inactive and illiquid nature of the trust preferred securities market at this time. For the three months ended March 31, 2011, the Company recognized no credit related OTTI for these securities. As a result, there was no additional non credit related OTTI recognized in OCI during the three months ended March 31, 2011. The pooled trust preferred portfolio consists of collateralized debt obligations (“CDOs”) containing predominantly bank and insurance collateral that are investment grade and below investment grade. The Company employs an internal CDO model for projection of future cash flows and discounting those cash flows to a net present value. An internal model is used to value the securities due to the continued inactive market and illiquid nature of pooled trust preferred in the entire capital structure. Each underlying issuer in the pools is rated internally using the latest financial data on each institution, and future deferrals, defaults and losses are then estimated on the basis of continued stress in the financial markets. Further, all current and projected deferrals are not assumed to cure, and all current and projected defaults are assumed to have no recovery value. The resulting net cash flows are then discounted at current market levels for similar types of products that are actively trading. To determine potential OTTI due to credit losses, management compares the amortized cost to the present value of expected cash flows adjusted for deferrals and defaults using the discount margin at the time of purchase. Other factors considered include an analysis of excess subordination and temporary interest shortfall coverage. Based on the valuation analysis as of March 31, 2011, management expects to fully recover the remaining amortized cost of those securities not deemed to be other than temporarily impaired. However, additional interest deferrals, defaults, or ratings changes could result in future OTTI charges.

 

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The following table summarizes pertinent information that was considered by management in evaluating Trust Preferred Securities – Pooled Issuers for OTTI.

Trust Preferred Securities - Pooled Issuers

 

           Amortized      Unrealized     Fair      Lowest Credit
Ratings as of
March 31,
  

Total

Credit Related
Other-Than-
Temporary
Impairment thru

    % of
Performing
Bank/
Insurance
     Current
Deferrals/
Defaults
(As a % of
Original
 

Deal Name (c)

   Class    Cost (b)      Gains      (Losses)     Value      2011 (a)    March 31, 2011     Issuers      Collateral)  
(Dollars in thousands)                                                         

Security F

   C    $ 3,014       $ 1,785       $ (544   $ 4,255       C    $ (10,850     82.6         23.1   

Security H

   B      3,483         —           (1,114     2,369       B      (352     100.0         —     

Security I

   B      4,463         —           (1,444     3,019       CCC      (365     94.1         9.0   

Security J

   B      5,262         —           (1,878     3,384       CCC      (806     90.6         11.6   

Security K

   A      7,328         —           (110     7,218       CCC      (2,040     65.8         37.2   

Security L

   B      8,717         —           (2,877     5,840       CCC      (867     96.0         5.8   

Security M

   A      7,369         77         (9     7,437       D      (4,942     56.0         39.6   

Security N

   A      23,120         —           (2,504     20,616       A      (1,104     90.6         11.6   
                                                      
      $ 62,756       $ 1,862       $ (10,480   $ 54,138          $ (21,326     
                                                      

 

(a) The Company utilized credit ratings provided by Moody’s, S&P and Fitch in its evaluation of issuers.
(b) For the securities deemed impaired, the amortized cost reflects previous OTTI recognized in earnings.
(c) One security (Security G) with an amortized cost of $2.0 million was sold during the three months ended March 31, 2011 for a loss of $1.0 million.

Trust Preferred Securities - Single Issuers – At March 31, 2011, the fair value of the single issuer trust preferred portfolio was $46.1 million, an increase of $3.8 million from the fair value of $42.3 million at December 31, 2010. The gross unrealized loss of $4.9 million at March 31, 2011 is primarily attributable to changes in interest rates and wider credit spreads over the holding period of these securities. The single issuer portfolio consists of five investments issued by three large capitalization, money center financial institutions, which continued to service debt and showed indications of stabilization in their capital structures. Based on the review of the qualitative and quantitative factors presented above, these securities were not deemed to be other than temporarily impaired at March 31, 2011 as the Company does not intend to sell these investments and has determined, based upon available evidence, that it is more likely than not that the Company will not be required to sell the security before the recovery of its amortized cost.

 

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The following table summarizes pertinent information that was considered by management in determining if OTTI existed within the single issuer trust preferred securities portfolio in the current reporting period.

Trust Preferred Securities - Single Issuers

 

Deal Name

   Amortized
Cost
     Unrealized     Fair
Value
     Lowest Credit
Ratings as of
March 31,
2011
     Total
Other-Than-
Temporary
Impairment
thru March
31, 2011
 
      Gains      Losses          
(Dollars in thousands)                                         

Security B

   $ 6,826       $ —         $ (1,044   $ 5,782         BB       $ —     

Security C

     8,600         —           (286     8,314         BBB         —     

Security D

     9,540         —           (1,840     7,700         BB         —     

Security E

     11,680         39         (700     11,019         BBB         —     

Security F

     14,246         27         (1,030     13,243         BBB         —     
                                              
   $ 50,892       $ 66       $ (4,900   $ 46,058          $ —     
                                              

Agency CMOs – GSE – There were $5.0 million in unrealized losses in the Company’s investment in agency CMOs at March 31, 2011 compared to $6.3 million at December 31, 2010. The improvement in unrealized losses was the result of tighter market spreads during the first quarter 2011. The contractual cash flows for these investments are performing as expected. The Company does not consider these investments to be other than temporarily impaired at March 31, 2011 as the Company does not intend to sell these investments and has determined, based on available evidence, that it is more likely than not that the Company will not be required to sell the security before the recovery of its amortized cost.

Equity securities – The unrealized losses on the Company’s investment in equity securities decreased to $152 thousand at March 31, 2011 from $233 thousand at December 31, 2010. This portfolio consists primarily of investments in the common stock of small capitalization financial institutions based in New England ($5.6 million of the total fair value at March 31, 2011) and auction rate preferred securities ($1.2 million of the total fair value at March 31, 2011). When estimating the recovery period for equity securities in an unrealized loss position, management utilizes analyst forecasts, earnings assumptions and other company specific financial performance metrics. In addition, this assessment incorporates general market data, industry and sector cycles and related trends to determine a reasonable recovery period. The Company evaluated the near-term prospects of the issuers in relation to the severity and duration of the impairment. The Company determined its holdings of equity securities were not deemed to be other than temporarily impaired at March 31, 2011.

Mortgage-backed securities – GSE –There were no unrealized losses in the Company’s investment in residential mortgage-backed securities issued by the GSEs at March 31, 2011 compared to $88 thousand in unrealized losses at December 31, 2010. The contractual cash flows for these investments are performing as expected with the exception of unexpected principal prepayments resulting from GSE buyout programs initiated in 2010. With tighter market spreads during the three months ended March 31, 2011, these securities are all at unrealized gains.

Commercial mortgage backed securities – The unrealized losses on the Company’s investment in commercial mortgage-backed securities issued by entities other than GSEs decreased to $2.1 million at March 31, 2011 from $3.5 million at December 31, 2010. This decrease is primarily the result of improvement in credit spreads in 2011 compared to 2010 and the recent overall drop in credit spreads during the three months ended March 31, 2011. The contractual cash flows for these investments are performing as expected. The decline in market value is attributable to cumulative changes in interest rates and not due to underlying credit deterioration. The Company does not intend to sell these investments and has determined, based upon available evidence, it is more likely than not that the Company will not be required to sell the securities before the recovery of its amortized cost, therefore the Company has determined that these investments were not other than temporarily impaired at March 31, 2011.

The following summarizes by investment security type the basis for the conclusion that the applicable investment securities within the Company’s held to maturity portfolio were not other-than-temporarily impaired at March 31, 2011:

Municipal bonds and notes – The unrealized losses on the Company’s investment in municipal bonds and notes decreased to $14.6 million at March 31, 2011 from $25.2 million at December 31, 2010. This decrease is primarily the result of credit spread improvement in 2011 compared to 2010. The municipal portfolio is comprised of bank qualified bonds, over 90% with credit ratings ranging from AAA to A. In addition, the portfolio is comprised of 87% General Obligation bonds and 13% Revenue bonds. The Company does not intend to sell these investments and has determined,

 

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based upon available evidence, it is more likely than not that the Company will not be required to sell the securities before the recovery of its amortized cost, therefore the Company has determined that these investments were not other-than-temporarily impaired at March 31, 2011.

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations – GSE – The unrealized losses on the Company’s investment in agency CMOs are attributable to one security at March 31, 2011 were $0.2 million compared to $0.5 million at December 31, 2010. The contractual cash flows for this investment is performing as expected. With tighter market spreads during the three months ended March 31, 2011, the remainder of agency CMO securities are all at unrealized gains.

Mortgage-backed securities – GSE – The unrealized losses on the Company’s investment in residential mortgage-backed securities issued by the GSEs increased to $6.3 million at March 31, 2011 from $4.3 million at December 31, 2010. The contractual cash flows for these investments are performing as expected with the exception of unexpected principal prepayments resulting from GSE buyout programs initiated in 2010. As the decrease in market value is attributable to cumulative changes in interest rates versus underlying credit deterioration, and because management does not have the intent to sell the securities and, based upon available evidence, it is more likely than not that the Company will not be required to sell the securities before the recovery of its amortized cost, the Company does not consider these investments to be other-than-temporarily impaired at March 31, 2011.

CMBS and Private Label CMOs – There were unrealized losses of $0.2 million on the Company’s investment in commercial and residential mortgage-backed securities issued by entities other than GSEs at March 31, 2011 compared to no losses at December 31, 2010. These securities carry AAA ratings and are currently performing as expected.

There were no significant credit downgrades on held to maturity securities during the three months ended March 31, 2011, and these securities are currently performing as anticipated. The Company does not intend to sell these investments and has determined, based upon available evidence, that it is more likely than not that the Company will not be required to sell the securities before the recovery of its amortized cost

For the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010, proceeds from sale of available for sale securities were $91.9 million and $120.6 million, respectively. Gross gains realized from the sale of available for sale securities were $3.2 million and $4.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010, respectively. Gross losses realized from the sale of available for sale securities were $1.0 million and zero for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010, respectively. When securities are sold, the adjusted cost of the specific security sold is used to compute the gain or loss on the sale.

The following tables summarize the impact of net realized gains and losses on sales of securities, excluding trading securities, and the impact of the recognition of other than temporary impairments for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010.

 

     Three months ended March 31,  
     2011     2010  

(In thousands)

   Gains      Losses     OTTI
Charges
     Net     Gains      Losses      OTTI
Charges
    Net  

Available for sale:

                    

Agency notes - GSE

   $ —         $ —        $ —         $ —        $ —         $ —         $ —        $ —     

Agency CMOs - GSE

     —           —          —           —          —           —           —          —     

Pooled trust preferred securities

     —           (974     —           (974     —           —           (3,613     (3,613

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     —           —          —           —             —             —     

Equity securities

     374         —          —           374        —           —           (67     (67

Mortgage-backed securities-GSE

     2,776         —          —           2,776        4,318         —           —          4,318   

Commercial mortgage-backed securities

     —           —          —           —          —           —           —          —     
                                                                    

Total available for sale

   $ 3,150       $ (974   $ —         $ 2,176      $ 4,318       $ —         $ (3,680   $ 638   
                                                                    

The following is a roll forward of the amount of credit related OTTI for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010:

 

     Three months ended
March 31,
 

(in thousands)

   2011     2010  

Balance of credit related OTTI, beginning of period

   $ 26,320      $ 43,492   

Additions for credit related OTTI not previously recognized

     —          3,613   

Reduction for securities sold

     (4,994     —     

Reduction for non-credit related OTTI previously recognized when there is no intent and/or requirement to sell before recovery of the amortized cost basis

     —          —     
                

Subtotal of additions and reductions, net

     (4,994     3,613   
                

Balance of credit-related OTTI, end of period

   $ 21,326      $ 47,105   
                

 

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To the extent that changes in interest rates, credit movements and other factors that influence the fair value of investments occur, the Company may be required to record impairment charges for other than temporary impairment in future periods.

There were no additions to credit related OTTI for the three months ended March 31, 2011. There was a reduction in outstanding credit-related OTTI due to the sale of one security during the three months ended March 31, 2011.

Investments in Private Equity Funds

In addition to investment securities, the Company carries investments in private equity funds. These investments, which totaled $12.5 million at March 31, 2011, are included in other assets in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. The Company recognized a gain of $1.1 million during the three months ended March 31, 2011 and a gain of $0.7 million, net of OTTI charges on these investments, during the three months ended March 31, 2010. These amounts are included in other non-interest income on the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations.

Trading Securities

During the three months ended March 31, 2011, the Company sold the remaining 571,143 shares of Higher One’s common stock and recorded a loss of $1.8 million in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.

 

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NOTE 4: Loans, Net

Recorded Investment in Loans. The following table summarizes recorded investment in loans by portfolio segment at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010:

 

     March 31, 2011  

(In thousands)

   Residential      Consumer      Commercial      Commercial
Real Estate
     Equipment
Financing
     Total  

Loans:

                 

Ending balance (a)

   $ 3,150,269       $ 2,811,568       $ 2,192,619       $ 2,216,206       $ 643,388       $ 11,014,050   
                                                     

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment

   $ 146,994       $ 40,533       $ 126,022       $ 287,191       $ 11,277       $ 612,017   
                                                     

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment

   $ 3,003,275       $ 2,771,035       $ 2,066,597       $ 1,929,015       $ 632,111       $ 10,402,033   
                                                     

 

(a) The total loan balance includes $9.3 million of net unamortized premiums and $26.1 million of net deferred costs as of March 31, 2011.

 

     December 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   Residential      Consumer      Commercial      Commercial
Real Estate
     Equipment
Financing
     Total  

Loans:

                 

Ending balance (a)

   $ 3,147,492       $ 2,859,221       $ 2,109,013       $ 2,197,988       $ 710,925       $ 11,024,639   
                                                     

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment

   $ 138,921       $ 41,366       $ 148,064       $ 247,049       $ 15,702       $ 591,102   
                                                     

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment

   $ 3,008,571       $ 2,817,855       $ 1,960,949       $ 1,950,939       $ 695,223       $ 10,433,537   
                                                     

 

(a) The total loan balance includes $10.1 million of net unamortized premiums and $28.2 million of net deferred costs as of December 31, 2010.

Allowance for Loan Losses. The following table summarizes the allowance for loan losses by portfolio segment for the three months ending March 31, 2011 and 2010:

 

     March 31, 2011  

(In thousands)

   Residential     Consumer     Commercial     Commercial
Real Estate
    Equipment
Financing
    Unallocated     Total  

Allowance for loan losses:

              

Balance, beginning of period

   $ 30,792      $ 95,071      $ 74,470      $ 77,695      $ 21,637      $ 22,000      $ 321,665   

Provision (benefit) charged to expense

     669        8,525        4,144        827        (2,165     (2,000     10,000   

Losses charged off

     (3,350     (14,988     (11,111     (7,360     (1,134       (37,943

Recoveries

     128        1,213        1,416        —          1,469          4,226   
                                                        

Balance, end of period

   $ 28,239      $ 89,821      $ 68,919      $ 71,162      $ 19,807      $ 20,000      $ 297,948   
                                                        

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment

   $ 14,134      $ 3,623      $ 9,612      $ 10,536      $ 2      $ —        $ 37,907   
                                                        

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment

   $ 14,105      $ 86,198      $ 59,307      $ 60,626      $ 19,805      $ 20,000      $ 260,041   
                                                        

 

     March 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   Residential     Consumer     Commercial     Commercial
Real Estate
    Equipment
Financing
    Unallocated      Total  

Allowance for loan losses:

               

Balance, beginning of period

   $ 26,895      $ 102,017      $ 88,406      $ 74,753      $ 29,113      $ 20,000       $ 341,184   

Provision charged to expense

     5,449        19,259        6,631        6,955        2,706        2,000         43,000   

Losses charged off

     (4,525     (19,211     (7,640     (6,592     (5,107     —           (43,075

Recoveries

     382        659        769        —          952        —           2,762   
                                                         

Balance, end of period

   $ 28,201      $ 102,724      $ 88,166      $ 75,116      $ 27,664      $ 22,000       $ 343,871   
                                                         

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment

   $ 8,518      $ 1,836      $ 14,900      $ 5,681      $ 423      $ —         $ 31,358   
                                                         

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment

   $ 19,683      $ 100,888      $ 73,266      $ 69,435      $ 27,241      $ 22,000       $ 312,513   
                                                         

Risk Management. The Company has certain credit policies and procedures in place that are designed to maximize loan income within an acceptable level of risk. Management reviews and approves these policies and procedures on a regular basis. Management frequently reviews reports related to loan production, loan quality, concentration of credit, loan delinquencies and non-performing and potential problem loans.

Commercial and industrial loans are underwritten after evaluating and understanding the borrower’s ability to operate profitably and prudently expand its business. Underwriting standards are designed to promote relationships rather than transactional banking. Once it is determined that the borrower’s management possesses sound ethics and solid business acumen, the Company’s management examines current and projected cash flows to determine the ability of the borrower to repay obligations as agreed. Commercial and industrial loans are primarily made based on the identified cash flows of the borrower and secondarily on the underlying collateral provided by the borrower. The cash flows of borrowers, however, may not be as expected and the collateral securing these loans may fluctuate in value. Most commercial and industrial loans are secured by the assets being financed or other business assets such as accounts receivable or inventory and may incorporate a personal guarantee; however, some loans may be made on an unsecured basis. In the case of loans secured by accounts receivable, the availability of funds for the repayment of these loans may be substantially dependent on the ability of the borrower to collect amounts due from its customers.

Commercial real estate loans are subject to underwriting standards and processes similar to commercial and industrial loans, in addition to those of real estate loans. These loans are viewed primarily as cash flow loans and secondarily as loans secured by real estate. Commercial real estate lending typically involves higher loan principal amounts and the repayment of these loans is generally largely dependent on the successful operation of the property securing the loan or the business conducted on the property securing the loan. Commercial real estate loans may be more adversely affected by conditions in the real estate markets or in the general economy. The properties securing the Company’s commercial real estate portfolio are diverse in terms of type and geographic location. This diversity helps reduce the Company’s exposure to adverse economic events that affect any single market or industry. Management monitors and evaluates commercial real estate loans based on collateral, geography and risk grade criteria. The Company also utilizes third-party experts to provide insight and guidance about economic conditions and trends affecting market areas it serves.

 

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With respect to loans to developers and builders that are secured by non-owner occupied properties that the Company may originate from time to time, the Company generally requires the borrower and/or sponsor to have had an existing relationship with the Company and have a proven record of success. Construction loans are underwritten utilizing feasibility studies, independent appraisal reviews, sensitivity analysis of absorption and lease rates and financial analysis of the developers and property owners. Construction loans are generally based upon estimates of costs and value associated with the complete project. These estimates may be inaccurate. Construction loans often involve the disbursement of substantial funds with repayment substantially dependent on the success of the ultimate project. Sources of repayment for these types of loans may be pre-committed permanent loans from approved long-term lenders, sales of developed property or an interim loan commitment from the Company until permanent financing is obtained. These loans are closely monitored by on-site inspections and are considered to have higher risks than other real estate loans due to their ultimate repayment being sensitive to interest rate changes, governmental regulation of real property, general economic conditions and the availability of long-term financing.

To monitor and manage consumer loan risk, policies and procedures are developed and modified, as needed, jointly by line and Risk Management personnel. This activity, coupled with relatively small loan amounts that are spread across many individual borrowers, minimizes risk. Additionally, trend and outlook reports are reviewed by management on a regular basis. Underwriting factors for mortgage and home equity loans include the borrower’s FICO score, the loan to property value, and the borrower’s debt to income level and are also influenced by statutory requirements.

Impaired Loans. A loan is deemed impaired when the contractual amounts of principal and interest are not expected to be collected in accordance with the contractual provisions. The amount of impairment is calculated using the fair value of expected cash flows or collateral, in accordance with the most likely means of recovery. A specific valuation allowance is established equal to the calculated amount of impairment.

Impairment analysis is performed for all modified loans that are deemed to TDRs and specific reserves are established as appropriate. For those TDRs where recovery is cash flow dependent, the original contractual interest rate for the loan is used as the discount rate for fixed rate loans. The current or weighted average (for multiple notes within a commercial borrowing arrangement) rate is used as the discount rate when the interest rate floats with a specified index. A change in terms or payments would be included in the impairment calculation.

At March 31, 2011, the recorded investment balance of impaired loans totaled $616.4 million and included $360.4 million of loans with $37.9 million of established specific reserves. The $616.4 million of impaired loans at March 31, 2011 included $495.1 million of TDRs. At December 31, 2010, the recorded investment of impaired loans totaled $595.1 million and included $363.0 million of loans with specific reserves of $36.0 million. The increase in impaired loans is the result of an increase in troubled debt restructurings.

 

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The following tables summarize impaired loans by class as of March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010:

 

     At March 31, 2011  

(In thousands)

   Recorded
Investment
     Unpaid
Principal
Balance
     Related Valuation
Allowance
     Average Investment
in Impaired Loans
 

Loans without a specific valuation allowance

           

Residential:

           

1-4 family

   $ 12,064       $ 16,284       $ —         $ 13,122   

Permanent-NCLC

     2,450         4,508         —           2,556   

Construction

     436         661         —           218   

Liquidating portfolio-construction loans

     15         9,057         —           16   

Consumer:

           —        

Home equity loans

     4,257         51,830         —           5,473   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     1,740         46,279         —           2,250   

Other consumer

     —           —           —           —     

Commercial:

           

Commercial non-mortgage

     60,794         63,386         —           56,783   

Asset-based loans

     7,420         7,864         —           8,901   

Commercial real estate:

           

Commercial real estate

     104,463         107,947         —           96,551   

Commercial construction

     18,333         18,249         —           18,078   

Residential development

     30,950         31,176         —           26,044   

Equipment Financing

     13,160         23,430         —           14,090   

Total:

           

Residential

     14,965         30,510         —           15,912   

Consumer

     5,997         98,109         —           7,723   

Commercial

     68,214         71,250         —           65,684   

Commercial real estate

     153,746         157,372         —           140,673   

Equipment Financing

     13,160         23,430         —           14,090   
                                   

Total loans without a specific valuation allowance

   $ 256,082       $ 380,671       $ —         $ 244,082   
                                   

Loans with a specific valuation allowance

           

Residential:

           

1-4 family

   $ 121,941       $ 128,655       $ 11,884       $ 117,099   

Permanent-NCLC

     10,300         10,971         2,247         10,205   

Construction

     134         131         3         67   

Liquidating portfolio-construction loans

     —           —           —           —     

Consumer:

           

Home equity loans

     28,857         30,372         2,711         27,713   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     5,789         6,649         911         5,618   

Other consumer

     8         8         1         8   

Commercial:

           

Commercial non-mortgage

     55,299         59,372         9,110         68,736   

Asset-based loans

     3,050         5,050         502         3,237   

Commercial real estate:

           

Commercial real estate

     117,601         124,165         9,560         104,550   

Commercial construction

     16,213         21,662         881         17,343   

Residential development

     643         1,212         95         5,633   

Equipment Financing

     519         519         2         1,489   

Total:

           

Residential

     132,375         139,757         14,134         127,371   

Consumer

     34,654         37,029         3,623         33,339   

Commercial

     58,349         64,422         9,612         71,973   

Commercial real estate

     134,457         147,039         10,536         127,526   

Equipment Financing

     519         519         2         1,489   
                                   

Total loans with a specific valuation allowance

   $ 360,354       $ 388,766       $ 37,907       $ 361,698   
                                   

Total

   $ 616,436       $ 769,437       $ 37,907       $ 605,780   
                                   

 

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     At December 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   Recorded
Investment
     Unpaid
Principal
Balance
     Related Valuation
Allowance
     Average Investment
in Impaired Loans
 

Loans without a specific valuation allowance

           

Residential:

           

1-4 family

   $ 14,179       $ 18,906       $ —         $ 16,182   

Permanent-NCLC

     2,662         4,508         —           6,491   

Construction

     —           —           —           23   

Liquidating portfolio-construction loans

     17         10,008         —           1,271   

Consumer:

           

Home equity loans

     6,689         49,702         —           7,323   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     2,761         48,083         —           3,096   

Other consumer

     —           —           —           43   

Commercial:

           

Commercial non-mortgage

     52,772         56,872         —           46,918   

Asset-based loans

     10,382         10,826         —           8,871   

Commercial real estate:

           

Commercial real estate

     88,638         91,310         —           86,810   

Commercial construction

     17,823         17,770         —           28,105   

Residential development

     21,139         21,587         —           37,256   

Equipment Financing

     15,020         26,458         —           16,105   

Total:

           

Residential

     16,858         33,422         —           23,967   

Consumer

     9,450         97,785         —           10,462   

Commercial

     63,154         67,698         —           55,789   

Commercial real estate

     127,600         130,667         —           152,171   

Equipment Financing

     15,020         26,458         —           16,105   
                                   

Total loans without a specific valuation allowance

   $ 232,082       $ 356,030       $ —         $ 258,494   
                                   

Loans with a specific valuation allowance

           

Residential:

           

1-4 family

   $ 112,256       $ 117,842       $ 11,358       $ 74,245   

Permanent-NCLC

     10,111         10,789         2,204         9,102   

Construction

     —           —           —           —     

Liquidating portfolio-construction loans

     —           —           —           —     

Consumer:

           

Home equity loans

     26,569         27,879         2,577         15,700   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     5,446         6,458         888         3,672   

Other consumer

     8         8         1         4   

Commercial:

           

Commercial non-mortgage

     82,172         83,412         10,589         76,562   

Asset-based loans

     3,425         4,905         133         4,976   

Commercial real estate:

           

Commercial real estate

     91,499         92,211         5,054         47,036   

Commercial construction

     18,473         21,698         2,015         9,564   

Residential development

     10,624         11,495         1,097         16,700   

Equipment Financing

     2,459         2,601         81         2,353   

Total:

           

Residential

     122,367         128,631         13,562         83,347   

Consumer

     32,023         34,345         3,466         19,376   

Commercial

     85,597         88,317         10,722         81,538   

Commercial real estate

     120,596         125,404         8,166         73,300   

Equipment Financing

     2,459         2,601         81         2,353   
                                   

Total loans with a specific valuation allowance

   $ 363,042       $ 379,298       $ 35,997       $ 259,914   
                                   

Total

   $ 595,124       $ 735,328       $ 35,997       $ 518,408   
                                   

 

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The following table summarizes interest income recognized by class for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010:

 

(In thousands)

   Interest Income
recognized for the three
months ended

March 31, 2011
     Interest Income
recognized for the three
months ended

March 31, 2010
 

Loans without a specific valuation allowance

     

Residential:

     

1-4 family

   $ 21       $ 195   

Permanent-NCLC

     —           12   

Construction

     —           —     

Liquidating portfolio-construction loans

     7         —     

Consumer:

     

Home equity loans

     163         114   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     81         73   

Other consumer

     —           —     

Commercial:

     

Commercial non-mortgage

     640         192   

Asset-based loans

     92      

Commercial real estate:

     

Commercial real estate

     999         576   

Commercial construction

     247         —     

Residential development

     162         238   

Equipment Financing

     12         74   

Total:

     

Residential

     28         207   

Consumer

     244         187   

Commercial

     732         192   

Commercial real estate

     1,408         814   

Equipment Financing

     12         74   
                 

Total loans without a specific valuation allowance

   $ 2,424       $ 1,474   
                 

Loans with a specific valuation allowance

     

Residential:

     

1-4 family

   $ 1,200       $ 329   

Permanent-NCLC

     99         64   

Construction

     2         9   

Liquidating portfolio-construction loans

     —           —     

Consumer:

     

Home equity loans

     361         52   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     122         21   

Other consumer

     —           —     

Commercial:

     

Commercial non-mortgage

     776         418   

Asset-based loans

     —           —     

Commercial real estate:

     

Commercial real estate

     972         167   

Commercial construction

     75         12   

Residential development

     —           —     

Equipment Financing

     10         54   

Total:

     

Residential

     1,301         402   

Consumer

     483         73   

Commercial

     776         418   

Commercial real estate

     1,047         179   

Equipment Financing

     10         54   
                 

Total loans with a specific valuation allowance

   $ 3,617       $ 1,126   
                 

Total

   $ 6,041       $ 2,600   
                 

Of the total interest income recognized for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and March 31, 2010, $0.9 million and $0.6 million of interest income, respectively, was recognized on a cash basis method of accounting for the residential and consumer portfolio segments.

 

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Loan Portfolio Aging. The following table summarizes the Company’s loan portfolio aging by class of loan as of March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010:

 

March 31, 2011

                                                

(In thousands)

   30-59 Days
Past Due
     60-89 Days
Past Due
     Greater Than
90 Days
     Total Past Due      Current      Total Loans
Receivable (a)
     Total Loans >
90 Days and
Accruing
 

Residential:

                    

1-4 family

   $ 9,785       $ 8,732       $ 87,595         106,112       $ 2,989,410       $ 3,095,522       $ —     

Permanent-NCLC

     —           563         6,844         7,407         9,701         17,108         —     

Construction

     —           —           1,311         1,311         29,949         31,260         —     

Liquidating portfolio-construction loans

     —           —           —           —           —           —           —     

Consumer:

                    

Home equity loans

     11,388         5,625         31,616         48,629         2,538,897         2,587,526         —     

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     3,767         2,199         7,802         13,768         155,267         169,035         —     

Other consumer

     307         137         106         550         31,512         32,062         —     

Commercial:

                    

Commercial non-mortgage

     6,373         2,373         40,631         49,377         1,659,368         1,708,745         97   

Asset-based loans

     —           —           5,062         5,062         479,222         484,284         —     

Commercial real estate:

                    

Commercial real estate

     16,296         5,933         38,368         60,597         2,026,002         2,086,599         —     

Commercial construction

     —           —           8,727         8,727         65,756         74,483         —     

Residential development

     —           —           17,300         17,300         38,948         56,248         —     

Equipment Financing

     8,922         1,598         16,602         27,122         608,656         635,778         —     
                                                              

Total

   $ 56,838       $ 27,160       $ 261,964       $ 345,962       $ 10,632,688       $ 10,978,650       $ 97   
                                                              

 

(a)    Excludes $9.3 million of net unamortized premiums and $26.1 million of net deferred costs as of March 31, 2011.

 

       

December 31, 2010                                                 

(In thousands)

   30-59 Days
Past Due
     60-89 Days
Past Due
     Greater Than
90 Days
     Total Past Due      Current      Total Loans
Receivable (a)
     Total Loans >
90 Days and
Accruing
 

Residential:

                    

1-4 family

   $ 13,682       $ 7,305       $ 91,556       $ 112,543       $ 2,980,882       $ 3,093,425       $ —     

Permanent-NCLC

     —           —           6,724         6,724         17,920         24,644         —     

Construction

     —           526         849         1,375         21,254         22,629         —     

Liquidating portfolio-construction loans

     —           —           —           —           1         1         —     

Consumer:

                    

Home equity loans

     15,270         5,871         34,456         55,597         2,571,636         2,627,233         —     

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     4,204         1,924         9,722         15,850         160,726         176,576         —     

Other consumer

     288         110         119         517         30,951         31,468         —     

Commercial:

                    

Commercial non-mortgage

     3,800         1,401         34,456         39,657         1,614,076         1,653,733         91   

Asset-based loans

     —           —           7,832         7,832         447,458         455,290         —     

Commercial real estate:

                    

Commercial real estate

     3,962         7,044         41,134         52,140         2,012,463         2,064,603         —     

Commercial construction

     —           —           10,856         10,856         63,840         74,696         —     

Residential development

     194         —           15,478         15,672         44,160         59,832         —     

Equipment Financing

     6,360         1,577         20,482         28,419         673,814         702,233         —     
                                                              

Total

   $ 47,760       $ 25,758       $ 273,664       $ 347,182       $ 10,639,181       $ 10,986,363       $ 91   
                                                              

 

(a) Excludes $10.1 million of net unamortized premiums and $28.2 million of net deferred costs as of December 31, 2010.

Loans on Nonaccrual Status. Accrual of interest is discontinued if the loan is placed on nonaccrual status. Residential and consumer loans are placed on nonaccrual status after 90 days past due. All commercial, commercial real estate, and equipment financing loans are subject to a detailed review by the Company’s credit risk team when 90 days past due or when expected to be unable to pay and a specific determination is made to put a loan on non-accrual status. When a loan is placed on nonaccrual status, unpaid accrued interest is reversed and charged against interest income.

 

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The following table summarizes the Company’s loans on nonaccrual status as of March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010:

 

(In thousands)

   March 31, 2011      December 31, 2010  

Residential:

     

1-4 family

   $ 87,595       $ 91,556   

Permanent-NCLC

     6,844         6,724   

Construction

     1,311         849   

Consumer:

     

Home equity loans

     31,616         34,456   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     7,802         9,722   

Other consumer

     106         119   

Commercial:

     

Commercial non-mortgage

     40,534         34,365   

Asset-based loans

     5,062         7,832   

Commercial real estate:

     

Commercial real estate

     38,368         41,134   

Commercial construction

     8,727         10,856   

Residential development

     17,300         15,478   

Equipment Financing

     16,602         20,482   
                 

Total

   $ 261,867       $ 273,573   
                 

Interest on nonaccrual loans that would have been recorded as additional interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010, had the loans been current in accordance with their original terms, totaled $6.3 million and $6.9 million, respectively.

Troubled Debt Restructurings. A modified loan is considered a TDR when two conditions are met: 1) the borrower is experiencing documented financial difficulty and 2) concessions are made by the Company that would not otherwise be considered for a borrower with similar credit characteristics. The most common types of modifications include below market rate reductions and/or maturity extensions. Modified terms are dependent upon the financial position and needs of the individual borrower, as the Company does not employ modification programs for temporary or trial periods. All modifications are permanent. The modified loan does not revert back to its original terms, even if the modified loan agreement is violated. If the modification agreement is violated, the loan is handled by the Company’s Restructuring and Recovery group for resolution, which may result in foreclosure.

The Company’s policy is to place all Consumer loan TDRs on non-accrual status for a minimum period of six months. Loans qualify for return to accrual status once they have demonstrated performance with the restructured terms of the loan agreement for a minimum of six months. Commercial TDRs are evaluated on a case by case basis. At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the majority of the Company’s TDRs are on accrual status. All TDRs are reported as impaired. Impaired and TDR classification may be removed if the borrower demonstrates compliance with the modified terms and the restructuring agreement specifies a market rate of interest equal to that which would be provided to a borrower with similar credit at the time of restructuring. The majority of TDRs are classified as impaired loans and TDRs for the remaining life of the loan. At March 31, 2011, approximately 55% of the accruing TDRs have been performing in accordance with the restructured terms for more than one year.

At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the allowance for loan losses included specific reserves of $34.3 million and $30.7 million related to TDRs, respectively. For the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010, Webster charged off $10.4 million and $1.9 million, respectively, for the portion of TDRs deemed to be uncollectible. The amount of additional funds committed to borrowers in TDR status was $13.5 million at March 31, 2011. This amount may be limited by contractual rights and/or the underlying collateral supporting the loan.

 

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At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, TDRs approximated $456.9 million and $416.2 million, respectively, as follows:

 

     March 31, 2011  
     TDRs on Accrual Status     TDRs on Nonaccrual Status     Total TDRs  

($ in thousands)

   Number of
Loans
     Balance of
Loans
     Coupon
Rate
    Number of
Loans
     Balance
of Loans
     Coupon
Rate
    Number of
Loans
     Balance of
Loans
     Coupon
Rate
 

Residential:

                        

1-4 family

     279       $ 62,628         4.1      221       $ 46,931         4.2      500       $ 109,559         4.1 

Permanent-NCLC

     15         4,616         4.5        10         3,307         5.1        25         7,923         4.7   

Construction

     1         128         6.9        —           —           —          1         128         6.9   

Consumer:

                        

Home equity loans

     197         14,827         4.4        196         11,118         5.3        393         25,945         4.8   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     53         2,344         5.3        70         2,437         6.5        123         4,781         5.9   

Other consumer

     —           —           —          1         6         6.5        1         6         6.5   

Commercial:

                        

Commercial non-mortgage

     52         73,766         6.0        59         10,265         6.1        111         84,031         6.0   

Asset-based loans

     1         5,470         7.0        3         2,548         5.2        4         8,018         6.4   

Commercial real estate:

                        

Commercial real estate

     33         159,146         4.1        14         9,087         5.4        47         168,233         4.2   

Commercial construction

     3         25,328         5.0        —           —           —          3         25,328         5.0   

Residential development

     3         9,181         4.5        4         9,533         4.9        7         18,714         4.7   

Equipment Financing

     10         1,181         7.5        13         3,041         8.1        23         4,222         8.0   
                                                                              

TOTAL

     647       $ 358,615         4.6      591       $ 98,273         4.9      1,238       $ 456,888         4.7 
                                                                              
     December 31, 2010  
      TDRs on Accrual Status     TDRs on Nonaccrual Status     Total TDRs  

($ in thousands)

   Number of
Loans
     Balance of
Loans
     Coupon
Rate
    Number of
Loans
     Balance
of Loans
     Coupon
Rate
    Number of
Loans
     Balance of
Loans
     Coupon
Rate
 

Residential:

                        

1-4 family

     242       $ 55,156         3.9      216       $ 45,371         4.5      458       $ 100,527         4.2 

Permanent-NCLC

     15         4,640         4.5        9         3,143         5.2        24         7,783         4.8   

Construction

     —           —           —          —           —           —          —           —           —     

Consumer:

                        

Home equity loans

     166         13,089         4.3        189         10,778         5.4        355         23,867         4.8   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     43         1,988         5.1        73         2,470         6.2        116         4,458         5.7   

Other consumer

     —           —           —          1         7         6.5        1         7         6.5   

Commercial:

                        

Commercial non-mortgage

     69         82,519         6.4        46         9,097         6.5        115         91,616         6.4   

Asset-based loans

     2         6,176         7.1        —           —             2         6,176         7.1   

Commercial real estate:

                        

Commercial real estate

     28         128,289         4.2        9         3,539         6.4        37         131,828         4.2   

Commercial construction

     3         24,879         4.3        —           —           —          3         24,879         4.3   

Residential development

     3         8,936         4.6        4         10,235         4.9        7         19,171         4.7   

Equipment Financing

     11         2,172         7.3        15         3,708         7.8        26         5,880         7.6   
                                                                              

TOTAL

     582       $ 327,844         4.8      562       $ 88,348         5.1      1,144       $ 416,192         4.9 
                                                                              

 

     March 31, 2011      December 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   TDRs on
Accrual Status
     TDRs on
Nonaccrual
Status
     TDRs on
Accrual
Status
     TDRs on
Nonaccrual
Status
 

Extended Maturity

   $ 80,108       $  29,118       $ 96,880       $  30,883   

Adjusted Interest Rates

     37,487         8,800         13,260         5,208   

Combination of Rate and Maturity

     81,482         35,952         78,215         36,847   

Other (a)

     159,538         24,403         139,489         15,410   
                                   

Total

   $  358,615       $ 98,273       $  327,844       $ 88,348   
                                   

 

(a) Other includes covenant modifications, forebearance and other concessions or combination of concessions that do not consist of interest rate reductions and/or maturity extensions. Approximately 95% of the Other category relates to Commercial and Commercial Real Estate loans.

The increase in residential and consumer troubled debt restructurings reflect the impact of Webster’s continued mortgage assistance efforts to keep borrowers in their homes. The increase in commercial troubled debt restructurings also reflect Webster’s intent to provide prudent financial solutions for those customers who were impacted by the severe economic conditions that have existed over the past few years. With regard to modifications of consumer and residential loans, consumer and residential borrowers are required to occupy the home collateralizing the loan as their principal residence, to act in good faith and evidence intent to stay current on their loan, and provide evidence of sufficient income to support modified mortgage payments.

The Company’s loan portfolio at March 31, 2011 included four loans with an A Note/B Note structure, with a balance of $24.9 million. These loans were restructured into an A Note/B Note structure as a result of evaluating the cash flow of the borrower to support repayment. Webster immediately charged off the balance B Notes totaling $8.6 million. The A Notes were

 

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underwritten at market rates with acceptable terms and conditions, and are classified as troubled debt restructurings. The four A notes are paying under the terms of the modified loan agreement. Two of the four A notes are on accrual status, as the borrower is paying under the terms of the loan agreement prior to and subsequent to the modification. The remaining two loans are on non-accrual status while they complete the seasoning period.

Webster evaluates the success of its modification efforts by monitoring the re-default rates of its borrowers. The following table provides the troubled debt restructurings that subsequently defaulted as of March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010.

 

     March 31, 2011      December 31, 2010  

($ in thousands)

   Number of
Loans
     Recorded
Balance
     Number of
Loans
     Recorded
Balance
 

Residential:

           

1-4 family

     43       $ 6,559         39       $ 5,939   

Permanent-NCLC

     4         1,227         4         1,227   

Construction

     —           —           —           —     

Consumer:

           

Home equity loans

     32         737         22         649   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     21         403         21         406   

Other consumer

     —           —           —           —     

Commercial:

           

Commercial non-mortgage

     22         5,788         18         24,066   

Asset based loans

     —           —           —           —     

Commercial real estate:

           

Commercial real estate

     5         5,101         —           —     

Commercial construction

     —           —           —           —     

Residential development

     2         7,950         1         7,195   

Equipment Financing

     2         92         2         226   
                                   

TOTAL

     131       $ 27,857         107       $ 39,708   
                                   

Credit Quality Indicators. To measure credit risk for the Commercial, Commercial Real Estate and Equipment Financing portfolios, the Company employs a credit risk grading system for estimating the probability of borrower default and the loss given default. The credit risk grade system is a dual grade system that assigns a rating to each borrower and to the facility, which together form Composite Credit Risk Profile (“CCRP”). The credit risk grade system categorizes borrowers by common financial characteristics that measure the credit strength of a borrower and facilities by common structural characteristics. The CCRP has ten grades, with each grade corresponding to a progressively greater risk of default. Grades 1 through 6 are pass ratings and 7 through 10 are criticized as defined by the regulatory agencies. The rating model assumptions are actively reviewed and tested against industry data and actual experience. Risk ratings are assigned to differentiate risk within the portfolio and are reviewed on an ongoing basis and revised, if needed, to reflect changes in the borrowers’ current financial position and outlook, risk profiles and the related collateral and structural positions.

A “special mention” (7) credit has the potential weakness that if left uncorrected may result in deterioration of the repayment prospects for the asset. “Substandard” (8) assets have a well defined weakness that jeopardizes the full repayment of the debt. An asset rated “doubtful” (9) has all the same weaknesses as substandard credit with the added characteristic that the weakness makes collection or liquidation in full, given current facts, conditions, and values, improbable. Assets classified as “loss” (10) are considered uncollectible and charged off.

At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the Commercial, Commercial Real Estate and Equipment Financing loans segregated by risk rating exposure are as follows:

 

      Commercial      Commercial
Real Estate
     Equipment Financing  

(In thousands)

   March 31,      December 31,      March 31,      December 31,      March 31,      December 31,  
     2011      2010      2011      2010      2011      2010  

(1) - (6) Pass

   $ 1,815,628       $ 1,713,729       $ 1,732,276       $ 1,666,357       $ 576,190       $ 631,189   

(7) Special Mention

     51,923         59,103         73,400         71,835         27,130         30,745   

(8) Substandard

     316,301         327,989         410,334         458,962         40,069         48,991   

(9) Doubtful

     8,767         8,192         196         834         —           —     

(10) Loss

     —           —           —           —           —           —     
                                                     

Total

   $ 2,192,619       $ 2,109,013       $ 2,216,206       $ 2,197,988       $ 643,389       $ 710,925   
                                                     

The Company utilizes the loan portfolio aging migration analysis to estimate reserves for the Consumer and Residential portfolios. Refer to loan portfolio aging analysis table included in this footnote.

 

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The total Commercial, CRE and Equipment Financing TDRs segregated by risk rating exposure at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, are as follows:

 

(In thousands)

   March 31,
2011
     December 31,
2010
 

(1) - (6) Pass

   $ 40,108       $ 5,156   

(7) Special Mention

     24,596         8,347   

(8) Substandard

     243,463         265,719   

(9) Doubtful

     379         328   

(10) Loss

     —           —     
                 

Total

   $ 308,546       $ 279,550   
                 

The increase in the Pass category from December 31, 2010 to March 31, 2011 is primarily due to two CRE loans upgraded from Substandard to Pass during the period, and one new CRE TDR in the period that upon completion was Pass rated. The increase in the Special Mention category from December 31, 2010 to March 31, 2011 is due to one new CRE TDR in the period.

NOTE 5: Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets

The following tables set forth the carrying values of goodwill and other intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization, at:

 

(In thousands)

   March 31,
2011
     December 31,
2010
 

Balances not subject to amortization:

     

Goodwill allocated to business segments:

     

Retail Banking

   $ 516,560       $ 516,560   

Other

     13,327         13,327   
                 

Goodwill

     529,887         529,887   

Balances subject to amortization:

     

Core deposits allocated to business segments:

     

Retail Banking

     18,963         20,205   

Other

     917         1,072   
                 

Other intangible assets

     19,880         21,277   
                 

Total goodwill and other intangible assets

   $ 549,767       $ 551,164   
                 

The gross carrying value and accumulated amortization of other intangible assets and the reporting unit to which it relates are as follows:

 

     March 31, 2011      December 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   Gross
Carrying
Amount
     Accumulated
Amortization
    Net
Carrying
Amount
     Gross
Carrying
Amount
     Accumulated
Amortization
    Net
Carrying
Amount
 

Core deposits

               

Retail

   $ 49,420       $ (30,457   $ 18,963       $ 49,420       $ (29,215   $ 20,205   

Other

     4,699         (3,782     917         4,699         (3,627     1,072   
                                                   

Total

   $ 54,119       $ (34,239   $ 19,880       $ 54,119       $ (32,842   $ 21,277   
                                                   

Webster tests its goodwill for impairment annually as of August 31 (the “Measurement Date”). In performing Step 1 of the goodwill impairment testing and measurement process to assess potential impairment, in accordance with the guidance provided by the FASB ASC Topic 350 - Intangibles-Goodwill and Other, the estimated fair values of Webster’s two reporting units that carry goodwill (Retail Banking and HSA Bank (“HSA”)) were estimated using discounted cash flow analysis and observable market data to the extent available. The discount rates utilized for the discounted cash flow analysis reflected market based estimates of capital costs and discount rates adjusted for management’s assessment of a market participant’s view with respect to execution, concentration and other risks associated with the projected cash flows of the applicable segment. GAAP requires additional testing if events or circumstances indicate that impairment may exist. A continuing period of market disruption, or further market capitalization to book value deterioration, may result in the requirement to perform testing for impairment between annual assessments. Management will continue to monitor the relationship of the Company’s market capitalization to its book value, which management attributes primarily to financial services industry-wide factors and to evaluate the carrying value of goodwill. To the extent that testing results in the identification of impairment, the Company may be required to record charges for

 

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the impairment of goodwill. For additional information regarding the valuation of goodwill see pages 117-119 of the 2010 Form 10-K.

Amortization of intangible assets for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010 totaled $1.4 million. Estimated annual amortization expense of current intangible assets with finite useful lives, absent any future impairment or change in estimated useful lives, is summarized below for the current full year and for each of the next four years.

 

(In thousands)

      

For years ending December 31,

  

2011

   $ 5,588   

2012

     5,420   

2013

     4,919   

2014

     2,685   

2015

     1,523   

NOTE 6: Deposits

A summary of deposits by type follows:

 

(In thousands)

   March 31,
2011
     December 31,
2010
 

Non-interest bearing:

     

Demand

   $ 2,183,665       $ 2,216,987   

Interest bearing:

     

NOW

     1,401,238         1,350,929   

Health savings accounts

     970,469         843,310   

Money market

     2,696,076         2,460,918   

Savings

     3,721,445         3,586,732   

Certificates of deposit

     3,030,707         3,071,030   

Brokered deposits

     121,068         78,879   
                 

Total interest bearing

     11,941,003         11,391,798   
                 

Total

   $ 14,124,668       $ 13,608,785   
                 

The scheduled maturities of time deposits (certificates of deposit and brokered deposits) at March 31, 2011 are as follows:

 

(Amount in thousands)

      

Maturing in the years ending December 31:

  

2011

   $   1,680,275   

2012

     601,466   

2013

     351,290   

2014

     156,216   

2015

     294,583   

Thereafter

     67,945   
        

Total

   $ 3,151,775   
        

NOTE 7: Federal Home Loan Bank Advances

Advances payable to the Federal Home Loan Bank are summarized as follows:

 

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     March 31, 2011      December 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   Total
Outstanding
     Callable      Total
Outstanding
     Callable  

Fixed Rate:

           

0.23 % to 6.60 % due in 2011

   $ —         $ —         $ 410,104       $ —     

4.00 % to 4.00 % due in 2012

     51,400         —           51,400         —     

0.31 % to 5.49 % due in 2013

     299,000         49,000         299,000         49,000   

0.00 % to 6.00 % due after 2015

     51,499         —           5,886         —     
                                   
     401,899         49,000         766,390         49,000   

Unamortized premiums

     1,138         —           1,249         —     

Hedge accounting adjustments

     260         —           366         —     
                                   

Total advances

   $ 403,297       $ 49,000       $ 768,005       $ 49,000   
                                   

Webster Bank had additional borrowing capacity from the FHLB of approximately $1.6 billion and $1.3 billion at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively. At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, Webster Bank was in compliance with FHLB collateral requirements.

NOTE 8: Securities Sold Under Agreements to Repurchase and Other Short-term Borrowings

The following table summarizes securities sold under agreements to repurchase (“repurchase agreements”) and other short-term borrowings:

 

(In thousands)

   March 31,
2011
     December 31,
2010
 

Securities sold under agreements to repurchase:

     

Original maturity of one year or less

   $ 295,325       $ 289,144   

Callable at the option of the counterparty

     400,000         400,000   

Non-callable

     150,850         150,000   
                 
     846,175         839,144   

Other short-term borrowings:

     

Federal funds purchased

     —           236,500   

Treasury, tax and loan

     11,219         15,833   
                 
     11,219         252,333   
                 

Total

   $ 857,394       $ 1,091,477   
                 

During the three months ended March 31, 2011 and for the year ended December 31, 2010, securities sold under agreements to repurchase were also used as a primary source of borrowed funds in addition to FHLB advances. Repurchase agreements are primarily collateralized by U.S. Government agency mortgage-backed securities. The collateral for these repurchase agreements is delivered to broker/dealers. Repurchase agreements with broker/dealers are limited to primary dealers in government securities or commercial and municipal customers through Webster’s Treasury Sales desk.

 

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NOTE 9: Long-Term Debt

Long-term debt consists of the following at:

 

(In thousands)

   Maturity
date
     Stated
interest rate
    March 31,
2011
    December 31,
2010
 

Senior fixed-rate notes

     2014         5.125   $ 150,000      $ 150,000   

Subordinated fixed-rate notes

     2013         5.875     177,480        177,480   

Junior subordinated debt related to capital trusts (a):

         

Webster Capital Trust IV, fixed to floating-rate trust preferred securities

     2037         7.650     136,070        136,070   

Webster Statutory Trust I, floating-rate notes

     2033         3.259     77,320        77,320   

People’s Bancshares Capital Trust II, fixed-rate notes

     2030         11.695     10,309        10,309   

Eastern Wisconsin Bancshares Capital Trust II, floating-rate notes (c)

     2033         6.217     2,070        2,070   

NewMil Statutory Trust I, floating-rate notes (b)

     2033         3.453     —          10,310   
                     

Total junior subordinated debt related to capital trusts

          225,769        236,079   
                     

Total notes

          553,249        563,559   

Unamortized premiums, net

          (189     (188

Hedge accounting adjustments

          17,577        19,466   
                     

Total long-term debt

        $ 570,637      $ 582,837   
                     

 

(a) At March 31, 2011 the Company had $225.8 million of junior subordinated debt issued to several wholly owned trusts as follows: one Connecticut statutory business trusts, Webster Statutory Trust I; two Delaware capital business trusts, Webster Capital Trust IV and Eastern Wisconsin Bancshares Capital Trust II; and New York capital business trust, People’s Bancshares Capital Trust II. The amounts for junior subordinated debt related to capital trusts include common securities issued into trust. The trusts are considered variable interest entities for which the Company is not the primary beneficiary. Accordingly, the accounts of the trusts are not included in the Company’s Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
(b) On March 28, 2011 the Company redeemed NewMil Statutory Trust 1 using cash on hand.
(c) On February 14, 2011 the Company received approval from the Federal Reserve to redeem Eastern Wisconsin Bancshares Capital Trust II on May 20, 2011.

NOTE 10: Regulatory Matters

Capital adequacy guidelines issued by the federal banking agencies require Webster and Webster Bank, N.A. to maintain certain minimum ratios, as set forth below. Failure to meet capital requirements may result in certain actions by regulators that could have a direct material effect on the consolidated financials. At March 31, 2011, Webster and Webster Bank were deemed to be “well capitalized” under regulatory capital adequacy standards.

The following table provides information on the capital ratios for Webster and Webster Bank, N.A.:

 

     Actual     Capital Requirements     Well Capitalized  

(Dollars in thousands)

   Amount      Ratio     Amount      Ratio     Amount      Ratio  

At March 31, 2011

               

Webster Financial Corporation

               

Total risk-based capital

   $ 1,655,005         14.3   $ 927,992         8.0   $ 1,159,990         10.0

Tier 1 capital

     1,472,061         12.7        463,996         4.0        695,994         6.0   

Tier 1 leverage capital ratio

     1,472,061         8.4        697,594         4.0        871,993         5.0   

Webster Bank, N.A.

               

Total risk-based capital

   $ 1,674,013         14.5   $ 926,030         8.0   $ 1,157,538         10.0

Tier 1 capital

     1,491,822         12.9        463,015         4.0        694,523         6.0   

Tier 1 leverage capital ratio

     1,491,822         8.6        696,218         4.0        870,273         5.0   

At December 31, 2010

               

Webster Financial Corporation

               

Total risk-based capital

   $ 1,652,379         14.0   $ 944,992         8.0   $ 1,181,239         10.0

Tier 1 capital

     1,431,094         12.1        472,496         4.0        708,744         6.0   

Tier 1 leverage capital ratio

     1,431,094         8.3        686,158         4.0        857,697         5.0   

Webster Bank, N.A.

               

Total risk-based capital

   $ 1,684,608         14.3   $ 941,540         8.0   $ 1,176,925         10.0

Tier 1 capital

     1,464,236         12.4        470,770         4.0        706,155         6.0   

Tier 1 leverage capital ratio

     1,464,236         8.6        684,318         4.0        855,398         5.0   

 

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In the first quarter of 2010 the Company down-streamed $100 million from Webster to Webster Bank, N.A. to improve its overall capital position. This action also had the effect of increasing the bank-level leverage and total capital ratios. As of June 30, 2010, Webster Bank, N.A. became subject to individual minimum capital ratios. Webster Bank, N.A. is required to maintain a Tier 1 leverage ratio of at least 7.5% of adjusted total assets and a total risk-based capital ratio of at least 12% of risk weighted assets. The Bank exceeded these requirements at March 31, 2011.

 

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NOTE 11: Earnings (Loss) Per Common Share

The following table provides the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per common share from continuing and discontinued operations:

 

     Three months ended
March 31,
 

(In thousands, except share and per share data)

   2011     2010  

Earnings (loss) for basic earnings (loss) from continuing operations per common share:

    

Net income (loss) from continuing operations available to common shareholders

   $ 31,470      $ (6,069

Less dividends declared or accrued:

    

Common shareholders

     (867     (779

Participating shares

     (4     (3
                

Total undistributed income (loss) available to common shareholders

     30,599        (6,851

Add dividends paid to common shareholders

     867        779   

Less income allocated to participating securities

     (129     —     
                

Allocated net income (loss) and distributions to common shareholders

   $ 31,337      $ (6,072
                

Earnings (loss) for dilutive earnings (loss) per common share:

    

Net income (loss) from continuing operations available to common shareholders

   $ 31,470      $ (6,069

Less dividends declared or accrued:

    

Common shareholders

     (867     (779

Participating shares

     (4     (3
                

Total undistributed income (loss) available to common shareholders

     30,599        (6,851

Dividends paid to common shareholders

     867        779   

Less:

    

Income allocated to participating securities (a)

     (129     —     
                

Net income (loss) allocated to common shareholders

   $ 31,337      $ (6,072
                

Earnings for basic earnings from discontinued operations per common share:

    

Net income from discontinued operations available to common shareholders

   $ 1,995        —     

Shares:

    

Weighted average common shares outstanding - basic

     86,896        77,922   

Effect of dilutive securities:

    

Stock options

     394        —     

Warrants - Series A1 and A2

     4,707        —     

U.S. Treasury

     557        —     

Series A Preferred Stock

     —          —     
                

Weighted average common shares outstanding - diluted

     92,554        77,922   

Earnings (loss) from continuing operations per common share:

    

Basic

   $ 0.36      $ (0.08

Diluted

   $ 0.34      $ (0.08

Earnings from discontinued operations per common share:

    

Basic

   $ 0.02        —     

Diluted

   $ 0.02        —     

Earnings (loss) per common share:

    

Basic

   $ 0.38      $ (0.08

Diluted

   $ 0.36      $ (0.08

 

(a) Undistributed earnings are allocated to participating securities based upon their right to share in earnings if all earnings for the period had been distributed. Losses are not allocated to participating securities, as they are not contractually obligated to fund the undistributed loss. The contractual redemption amount of the unvested participating securities was not reduced as a result of the undistributed losses.

 

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The following table presents the weighted average potential common shares from non-participating stock options whose exercise price was less than the weighted average market price of Webster’s common stock for the respective periods. These classes of potential common shares were deemed to be anti-dilutive to the earnings per share calculation and therefore were excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share for the respective periods.

 

     Three months ended
March  31,
 

(In thousands)

   2011      2010  

Non-participating stock options

     560         917   
                 

Total

     560         917   
                 

Stock Options

Options to purchase 1.9 million shares, for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2.4 million shares for the three months ended March 31, 2010, respectively, were excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share because the options’ exercise price was greater than the average market price of the shares for the respective periods.

Restricted Stock

Non-participating restricted stock awards of 19,228 for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 112,009 for the three months ended March 31, 2010, whose issuance is contingent upon the satisfaction of certain performance conditions, were deemed to be anti-dilutive and therefore were excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share for the respective periods.

Series A Preferred Stock

The Series A Preferred Stock at March 31, 2011 and 2010 represent potential common stock of 1.1 million shares, for each period. The effect of the potential common stock associated with the Series A Preferred Stock was deemed to be anti-dilutive and therefore was excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010.

Warrants – Series A1 and A2

The Series A1 and A2 warrants to purchase an aggregate 8.6 million shares of common stock issued in connection with the Warburg investment was included in the calculation of diluted earnings per share because the exercise price was less than the average market price of Webster’s common stock for the three months ended March 31, 2011. The Series A1 and A2 warrants to purchase an aggregate 8.6 million shares of common stock issued in connection with the Warburg investment was excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share because of the net loss available to common shareholders for the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Warrant – U.S. Treasury

The warrant to purchase an aggregate 3.3 million shares of common stock issued in connection with the Series B Preferred Stock on November 21, 2008 was included in the calculation of diluted earnings per share because the exercise price of $18.28 was less than the average market price of Webster’s common stock for the three months ended March 31, 2011. The Warrant to purchase 3.3 million shares was excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share for the three months ended March 31, 2010 because the exercise price of $18.28 per share was greater than the average market price of Webster’s common stock for the three months ended March 31, 2010.

NOTE 12: Derivative Financial Instruments

Risk Management Objective of Using Derivatives

Webster is exposed to certain risks arising from both its business operations and economic conditions. Webster principally manages its exposures to a wide variety of business and operational risks through management of its core business activities. Webster manages economic risks, including interest rate, liquidity, and credit risk primarily by managing the amount, sources, and duration of its debt funding and the use of derivative financial instruments. Specifically, Webster enters into derivative financial instruments to manage exposures that arise from business activities that result in the receipt or payment of future known and uncertain cash amounts, the value of which are determined by interest rates. Webster’s derivative financial instruments are used to manage differences in the amount, timing, and duration of Webster’s known or expected cash receipts and its known or expected cash payments principally related to its investments and borrowings.

Cash Flow Hedges of Interest Rate Risk

Webster’s primary objective in using interest rate derivatives is to add stability to interest expense and to manage its exposure to interest rate movements. To accomplish this objective, Webster uses interest rate swaps as part of its interest rate risk management strategy. Interest rate swaps designated as cash flow hedges are designed to manage the risk associated with a forecasted event or an uncertain variable rate cash flow.

 

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During March 2011, Webster entered into two $50 million forward settle interest rate swap hedges which qualify for cash flow hedge accounting. The swaps protect the Company against adverse fluctuations in interest rates by reducing exposure to variability in cash flows related to interest payments on forecasted issuances of short term debt. Each swap pays fixed rates and receives 3-month LIBOR indexed floating rates, effective on March 15, 2012 and maturing on March 15, 2016. Cash settlement is expected to occur on the effective date and the forecasted 4-year debt issuances are expected to occur between December 15, 2011 and June 15, 2012.

During July 2010, Webster entered into a $100 million forward settle interest rate swap which qualifies for cash flow hedge accounting. The swap protects against adverse fluctuations in interest rates by reducing the exposure to variability in cash flows relating to interest payments on a forecasted issuance of $100 million 5-year debt. The forecasted debt borrowing is expected to occur between June 1, 2011 and October 1, 2011.

In addition, on March 31, 2010 Webster previously entered into an additional forward settle $100 million swap, effective April 1, 2011, which qualifies for cash flow hedge accounting. The related forecasted 3-year debt borrowing is expected to occur by June 1, 2011.

All forward settle swaps are expected to be cash settled at debt issuance. The change in fair value of the forward settle swaps are marked through OCI and the OCI gain or loss at the time of debt issuance will be amortized over the life of the debt. The valuation balance recorded in OCI related to future settle cash flow swaps was a net $1.9 million loss as of March 31, 2011.

There is a $100 million swap designated as a cash flow hedge transaction against the risk of changes in cash flows related to the Company’s $100 million 3-month LIBOR indexed floating rate FHLB advance maturing April 29, 2013. The swap’s change in fair value marked through OCI and a component of OCI is reclassified to expense on a quarterly basis. The balance in OCI related to this cash flow hedge is $1.7 million loss as of March 31, 2011.

Amounts reported in AOCI related to derivatives will be reclassified to interest expense as interest payments are received on the Company’s variable-rate debt. During the next twelve months, the Company estimates that $5.2 million will be reclassified as an increase to interest expense.

The table below presents the fair value of Webster’s derivative financial instruments designated as cash flow hedges as well as their classification on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010.

 

     Consolidated
Balance Sheet
Location
     # of
Instruments
     March 31, 2011     # of
Instruments
     December 31, 2010  

(Dollars in thousands)

         Notional
Amount
     Estimated
Fair Value
       Notional
Amount
     Estimated
Fair
Value
 

Interest rate derivatives designated as hedges of cash flow:

                   

Interest rate swap on FHLB advances

     Other liabilities         1       $ 100,000       $ (1,710     1       $ 100,000       $ (2,050

Forward settle interest rate swap on anticipated debt

     Other liabilities         1         100,000         (4,002     1         100,000         (4,158

Forward settle interest rate swap on anticipated debt

     Other assets         3         200,000         2,072        1         100,000         186   

The net impact on interest expense related to cash flow hedges for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010 is presented below:

 

     Three months ended March 31,  
     2011     2010  
     Interest
Expense
     Realized
Deferred
Loss
(Gain)
    Net
Impact
    Interest
Expense
     Realized
Deferred
Loss
(Gain)
    Net
Impact
 

Impact reported as a (reduction) or increase in interest expense on borrowings

              

Interest rate swaps on FHLB advances

   $ 382       $ 369      $ 751      $ —         $ 369      $ 369   

Interest rate swaps on subordinated debt

     —           (37     (37     —           (37     (37

Interest rate swaps on Trust Preferred Securities

     —           (45     (45     —           (45     (45
                                                  

Net impact on interest expense on borrowings

   $ 382       $ 287      $ 669      $ —         $ 287      $ 287   
                                                  

At March 31, 2011, the remaining unamortized loss on the termination of cash flow hedges was $1.7 million.

 

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Fair Value Hedges of Interest Rate Risk

Webster is exposed to changes in the fair value of certain of its fixed rate obligations due to changes in benchmark interest rates. Webster uses interest rate swaps to manage its exposure to changes in fair value on these instruments attributable to changes in the benchmark interest rate. Interest rate swaps designated as fair value hedges involve the receipt of fixed-rate amounts from a counterparty in exchange for Webster making variable-rate payments over the life of the agreements without the exchange of the underlying notional amount.

The table below presents the fair value of Webster’s derivative financial instruments designated as fair value hedges as well as their classification on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010.

 

      Consolidated
Balance  Sheet
Location
            March 31, 2011             December 31, 2010  

(Dollars in thousands)

      # of
Instruments
     Notional
Amount
     Estimated
Fair  Value
     # of
Instruments
     Notional
Amount
     Estimated
Fair  Value
 

Interest rate derivatives designated as hedges of fair value:

                    

Interest rate swap on FHLB advances

     Other assets         0         —           —           1         100,000         61   

For derivatives designated and that qualify as fair value hedges, the gain or loss on the derivative as well as the offsetting loss or gain on the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk is recognized in earnings. Webster includes the gain or loss from the period end mark to market (“MTM”) adjustments on the hedged items in the same line item as the offsetting loss or gain on the related derivatives. The impact of derivative net settlements, hedge ineffectiveness, basis amortization adjustments and amortization of deferred hedge terminations are also recognized in earnings. The $100 million receive fixed, pay floating rate swap designated as a fair value hedge of $100 million fixed rate FHLB advance matured on February 1, 2011.

The net impact on interest expense related to fair value hedges for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010 is presented below:

 

     Three months ended March 31,  
     2011     2010  
     Interest
Income
    MTM
Gain
    Realized
Deferred
(Gain)
Loss
    Net
Impact
    Interest
(Income)
    MTM
Gain
    Realized
Deferred
(Gain)
Loss
    Net
Impact
 

Impact reported as a (reduction) or increase in interest expense on borrowings

                

Interest rate swaps on senior notes

   $ —        $ —        $ (799   $ (799   $ —        $ —        $ (799   $ (799

Interest rate swaps on subordinated debt

     —          —          (1,120     (1,120     (497     (94     (728     (1,319

Interest rate swaps on FHLB advances

     (61     (144     99        (106     (185     (393     328        (250
                                                                

Net impact on interest expense on borrowings

   $ (61   $ (144   $ (1,820   $ (2,025   $ (682   $ (487   $ (1,199   $ (2,368
                                                                

At March 31, 2011, the remaining unamortized gain on the termination of fair value hedges was $18.1 million.

Non- Hedge Accounting Derivatives / Non-designated Hedges

Derivatives not designated as hedges for accounting are not speculative and are used to manage Webster’s exposure to interest rate movements and other identified risks but do not meet the strict hedge accounting requirements of FASB ASC 815, “Derivatives and Hedging.” Changes in the fair value of derivatives not designated for hedge accounting are recorded as a component of non-interest income. As of March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, Webster had the following outstanding interest rate swaps and caps that were not designated for hedge accounting:

 

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     Consolidated             March 31, 2011            December 31, 2010  

(Dollars in thousands)

   Balance Sheet
Location
     # of
Instruments
     Notional
Amount
     Estimated
Fair Value
    # of
Instruments
     Notional
Amount
     Estimated
Fair Value
 

Webster with customer position:

                   

Commercial loan interest rate swaps

     Other assets         96       $ 437,474       $ 29,112        98       $ 447,689       $ 33,890   

Commercial loan interest rate swaps

     Other liabilities         5         43,406         (1,233     2         30,542         (990

Commercial loan interest rate swaps with floors

     Other assets         12         26,023         909        12         28,342         1,060   

Commercial loan interest rate caps

     Other liabilities         7         42,527         (88     5         19,164         (83

Webster with counterparty position:

                   

Commercial loan interest rate swaps

     Other liabilities         100         480,833         (24,917     99         478,185         (30,032

Commercial loan interest rate swaps with floors

     Other liabilities         12         26,023         (466     12         28,342         (625

Commercial loan interest rate caps

     Other liabilities         7         42,527         108        5         19,164         98   

Webster reported the changes in the fair value of non-hedge accounting derivatives as a component of other non-interest income in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations as follows for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010.

 

     Three months ended March 31,  
     2011     2010  
      Interest
Income
     MTM
(Loss)
Gain
    Net
Impact
    Interest
Income
     MTM
(Loss)
Gain
    Net
Impact
 

Impact reported in other non-interest income:

              

Visa Swap

   $ —         $ (100   $ (100   $ —         $ —        $ —     

Commercial loan interest rate derivatives, net

     207         161        368        175         15        190   

Fed funds futures contracts

     —           (119     (119     —           (152     (152
                                                  

Net impact on other non-interest income

   $ 207       $ (58   $ 149      $ 175       $ (137   $ 38   
                                                  

The weighted average rates paid and received for interest rate swaps outstanding at March 31, 2011 were as follows:

 

     Weighted-Average  
      Interest
Rate Paid
    Interest
Rate Received
 

Interest rate swaps:

    

Cash flow hedge interest rate swaps

     1.85     0.33

Non-hedging interest rate swaps

     1.86     1.96

The weighted average strike rates for interest rate caps and floors outstanding at March 31, 2011 were as follows:

 

     Strike Rate  

Non-hedging commercial loan interest rate caps

     3.41 

Non-hedging commercial loan interest rate floors (embedded in interest rate swaps)

     0.99   
        

Futures Contracts. On March 30, 2010, to hedge against a rise in short term rates over the next twelve months, Webster entered into a $600 million short-selling of a one year strip of Fed funds future contracts with serial maturities between May, 2010 and April, 2011. Throughout 2010 and into 2011, Webster continued to roll the futures contracts but reduced the notional amount to $400 million for the July 2011 through May 2012 contracts. This transaction is designed to work in conjunction with floating rate assets with interest rate floors which will not be affected if there is an increase in short-term interest rates. The fair value of contracts will be reflected as other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet and the related income statement impact as non-interest income on the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations. During the three months ended March 31, 2011, the Company recognized $119 thousand in mark to market losses.

 

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Mortgage Banking Derivatives. Certain derivative instruments, primarily forward sales of mortgage loans and mortgage-backed securities (“MBS”) are utilized by Webster in its efforts to manage risk of loss associated with its mortgage loan commitments and mortgage loans held for sale. Prior to closing and funding certain single-family residential mortgage loans, an interest rate locked commitment is generally extended to the borrower. During the period from commitment date to closing date, Webster is subject to the risk that market rates of interest may change. If market rates rise, investors generally will pay less to purchase such loans resulting in a reduction in the gain on sale of the loans or, possibly, a loss. In an effort to mitigate such risk, forward delivery sales commitments, under which Webster agrees to deliver whole mortgage loans to various investors or issue MBS, are established. At March 31, 2011, outstanding rate locks totaled approximately $31.5 million and the outstanding commitments to sell residential mortgage loans totaled approximately $32.6 million. Forward sales, which include mandatory forward commitments of approximately $32.4 million at March 31, 2011, establish the price to be received upon the sale of the related mortgage loan, thereby mitigating certain interest rate risk. There is, however, still certain execution risk specifically related to Webster’s ability to close and deliver to its investors the mortgage loans it has committed to sell.

The interest rate locked loan commitments and forward sales commitments are recorded at fair value, with changes in fair value recorded in current period earnings. As of March 31, 2011, the fair value of interest rate locked loan commitments and forward sales commitments totaled $5 thousand and were recorded as a component of other assets in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. As of December 31, 2010, the fair value of interest rate locked loan commitments and forward sales commitments totaled $1.9 million and were recorded as a component of other assets in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Foreign Currency Derivatives. The Company enters into foreign currency forward contracts that are not designated as hedging instruments primarily to accommodate the business needs of its customers. Upon the origination of a foreign currency forward contract with a customer, the Company simultaneously enters into an offsetting contract with a third party to negate the exposure to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates. The notional amounts and fair values of open foreign currency forward contracts were not material at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010.

Counterparty Credit Risk. Derivative contracts involve the risk of dealing with both bank customers and institutional derivative counterparties and their ability to meet contractual terms. The Company has Master ISDA agreements with all derivative counterparties. Additionally, the Company has executed a Credit Support Annex (CSA) to the Master Agreement with each of its institutional derivative counterparties. The ISDA Master Agreements provide that on each payment date all amounts otherwise owing the same currency under the same transaction are netted so that only a single amount is owed in that currency. The ISDA Master Agreements also provide, if the parties so elect, for such netting of amounts in the same currency among all transactions identified as being subject to such election that have common payment dates and booking offices. Under the CSA daily net exposure in excess of our negotiated threshold is secured by posted collateral. In accordance with Webster policies, institutional counterparties must be fully underwritten and approved through the Company’s credit approval process. The Company’s credit exposure on interest rate swaps is limited to the net favorable value and interest payments of all swaps by each counterparty for the amounts up to the established threshold for collateralization. Credit exposure may be reduced by the amount of collateral pledged by the counterparty. The Company’s credit exposure relating to interest rate swaps with bank customers was approximately $30.0 million at March 31, 2011. This credit exposure is partly mitigated as transactions with customers are secured by the collateral, if any, securing the underlying transaction being hedged. The Company’s credit exposure, net of collateral pledged, relating to interest rate swaps with upstream financial institution counterparties was approximately $26.7 million at March 31, 2011. The Company has adopted a zero threshold with the majority of its upstream financial institution counterparties thus the credit exposure represents collateral held at those institutions. Collateral levels for upstream financial institution counterparties are monitored on a daily basis and adjusted as necessary. In the event of default, should the collateral not be returned, the exposure would be offset by terminating the transactions.

NOTE 13: Fair Value Measurements

Fair value is 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. Fair value is best determined using quoted market prices. However, in many instances, there are no quoted market prices available. In such instances, fair values are determined using various valuation techniques. Various assumptions and observable inputs must be relied upon in applying these techniques. Accordingly, the fair value estimates may not be realized in an immediate transfer of the respective asset or liability.

Fair Value Hierarchy

The three levels within the fair value hierarchy are as follows:

 

   

Level 1: Valuation is based upon unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the reporting entity has the ability to access at the measurement date.

 

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Level 2: Fair value is calculated using inputs other than quoted market prices that are directly or indirectly observable for the asset or liability. The valuation may rely on quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in inactive markets, inputs other than quoted prices that are observable for the asset or liability (such as interest rates, volatilities, prepayment speeds, credit ratings, etc.) or inputs that are derived principally or corroborated by market data by correlation or other means.

 

   

Level 3: Inputs for determining the fair value of the respective assets or liabilities are not observable. Level 3 valuations are reliant upon pricing models and techniques that require significant management judgment or estimation.

Categorization within the valuation hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement. A description of the valuation methodologies used by the Company are presented below.

Cash, Due from Banks, and Interest-bearing Deposits

The carrying amount of cash, due from banks, and short term investments is used to approximate fair value, given the short time frame to maturity and as such assets do not present unanticipated credit concerns.

Securities

When quoted prices are available in an active market, the Company classifies securities within level 1 of the valuation hierarchy. Level 1 securities include equity securities and U.S. Treasury bills.

If quoted market prices are not available, the Company employs an independent pricing service who utilizes matrix pricing to calculate fair value. Such fair value measurements consider observable data such as dealer quotes, market spreads, cash flows, yield curves, live trading levels, trade execution data, market consensus prepayments speeds, credit information, and the respective terms and conditions for debt instruments. Level 2 securities include CMOs, single-issuer trust preferred securities, mortgage backed securities and corporate bonds issued by GSEs.

When a market is illiquid or there is a lack of transparency around the inputs to valuation, the respective securities are classified as level 3 and reliance is placed upon internally developed models and management judgment and evaluation for valuation. Pooled trust preferred securities and auction rate preferred securities are currently classified as level 3.

Management uses an internally developed model to value pooled trust preferred securities. There are various inputs to the model including actual and estimated deferral and default rates that are implied from the underlying performance of the issuers in the structure. Adjusted cash flows are discounted at a rate that considers both the liquidity and credit risk of each security. Discount rates are implied from observable market inputs.

The Company engages an independent pricing service to provide pricing for auction rate preferred securities. The pricing methodology employed uses the income approach and considers future cash flows of the underlying securities using a discount rate derived from observable market inputs.

On a quarterly basis, management reviews the trust preferred securities pricing generated from our internal model as well as the auction rate preferred securities pricing provided by our independent pricing service.

Loans Held for Sale

Loans held for sale are accounted for at the lower of cost or market. The fair value of loans held for sale are based on quoted market prices of similar loans sold in conjunction with securitization transactions, adjusted as required for changes in loan characteristics.

Loans Receivable

The Company employs an independent third party to provide fair value estimates for loans held for investment. Such estimates are calculated using discounted cash flow analysis, using market interest rates for comparable loans. The associated cash flows are adjusted for credit and other potential losses. Fair value for impaired loans is estimated using the net present value of the expected cash flows or the fair value of the underlying collateral if repayment is collateral dependent.

Mortgage Servicing Assets

The Company accounts for mortgage servicing assets at cost, subject to impairment testing. When the carrying value exceeds fair value, a valuation allowance is established to reduce the carrying cost to fair value. Fair value is calculated as the present value of estimated future net servicing income and relies on market based assumptions for loan prepayment speeds, servicing costs, discount rates, and other economic factors.

Deposit Liabilities

 

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The fair values disclosed for demand deposits are by definition equal to the amount payable on demand at the reporting date which is also their carrying value. The carrying amounts of variable-rate, fixed term money market accounts and certificates of deposit approximate their fair values at the reporting date. Fair values for fixed rate certificates of deposit are estimated using a discounted cash flow calculation that applies market interest rates on comparable instruments to a schedule of aggregated expensed monthly maturities on time deposits.

Securities Sold Under Agreements to Repurchase and Other Short Term Borrowings

Carrying value is an estimate of fair value for securities sold under agreements to repurchase and other short term borrowings that mature within 90 days. The fair values of other short term borrowings are estimated using discounted cash flow analyses based on current market rates adjusted, as appropriate, for associated credit and option risks.

Long Term Debt

The fair value of long term debt is estimated using a discounted cash flow technique. Discount rates are matched with the time period of the expected cash flow and are adjusted, as appropriate, to reflect credit and option risk.

Derivative Instruments

Derivative instruments are internally valued using level 2 inputs obtained from third parties. The resulting fair values are validated against valuations performed by independent third parties.

Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis

 

     March 31, 2011  

(In thousands)

   Carrying
Balance
     Quoted Prices  in
Active Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
     Significant Other
Observable Inputs

(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Financial assets held at fair value:

           

Trading securities:

           

Equity securities

   $ —         $ —         $ —         $ —     

Available for sale securities:

           

U.S. treasury bills

     200         200         

Agency CMOs-GSE

     1,206,313            1,206,313      

Pooled trust preferred securities

     54,138         —           —           54,138   

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     46,058         —           46,058         —     

Equity securities-financial institutions

     6,804         5,630         —           1,174   

Mortgage-backed securities- GSE

     573,114         —           573,114         —     

CMBS

     308,482         —           308,482         —     
                                   

Total available for sale securities

     2,195,109         5,830         2,133,967         55,312   

Derivative instruments:

           

Interest rate swaps

     32,093            32,093      
                                   

Total financial assets held at fair value

   $ 2,227,202       $ 5,830       $ 2,166,060       $ 55,312   
                                   

Financial liabilities held at fair value:

           

Derivative instruments:

           

Interest rate swaps

   $ 32,308       $ —         $ 32,308       $ —     

Fed Fund futures contract

     1,502         —           1,502         —     

Visa Swap

     100         —           100         —     

There were no significant transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 during the three months ended March 31, 2011.

 

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     December 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   Carrying
Balance
     Quoted Prices in
Active  Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
     Significant Other
Observable Inputs

(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable  Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Financial assets held at fair value:

           

Trading securities:

           

Equity securities

   $ 11,554       $ 11,554       $ —         $ —     

Available for sale securities:

           

U.S. treasury bills

     200         200         —           —     

Agency Notes-GSE

     100,049         —           100,049         —     

Agency CMOs-GSE

     1,179,159         —           1,179,159         —     

Pooled trust preferred securities

     53,189         —           —           53,189   

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     42,275         —           42,275         —     

Equity securities-financial institutions

     7,341         6,013         —           1,328   

Mortgage-backed securities- GSE

     723,582         —           723,582         —     

CMBS

     307,981         —           307,981         —     
                                   

Total available for sale securities

     2,413,776         6,213         2,353,046         54,517   

Derivative instruments:

           

Interest rate swaps

     35,198         —           35,198         —     
                                   

Total financial assets held at fair value

   $ 2,460,528       $ 17,767       $ 2,388,244       $ 54,517   
                                   

Financial liabilities held at fair value:

           

Derivative instruments:

           

Interest rate swaps

   $ 37,841       $ —         $ 37,841       $ —     

Fed Fund futures contract

     2,081         —           2,081         —     

Visa Swap

     —           —           —           —     

The following table below presents the changes in level 3 assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis, for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010:

 

(In thousands)

   Three months ended
March 31, 2011
    Three months ended
March 31, 2010
 

Level 3-available for sale securities, beginning of period

   $ 54,517      $ 70,689   

Transfers into Level 3 (a)

     —          1,716   

Change in unrealized gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income (b)

     3,318        (8,887

Realized loss on sale of available for sale securities

     (974     —     

Net other-than-temporary impairment charges

     —          (3,613

Purchases

     20        41   

Sales/Proceeds

     (1,050     —     

Accretion/Amortization

     49        24   

Calls/Paydowns

     (570     (299

Other

     2        —     
                

Level 3-available for sale securities, end of period

   $ 55,312      $ 59,671   
                

 

(a) Auction rate preferred securities transferred from Level 2 to Level 3 because of lack of observable market data due to a decrease in market activity for these securities. The transfer occurred in March 2010.

 

(b) For the three months ended March 31, 2011, the change in unrealized gains included in other comprehensive income includes $2.6 million for investments held at March 31, 2011.

Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Non-Recurring Basis

Certain financial assets and financial liabilities are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis; that is, the instruments are not measured at fair value on an ongoing basis but are subject to fair value adjustments in certain circumstances (for example, when there is evidence of impairment). Financial assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis during 2011 include certain impaired loans reported at the fair value of the underlying collateral if repayment is expected solely from the collateral and loans held for sale measured at the lower of cost or market that were recognized at fair value (i.e. below cost) at the end of the period. Collateral values are estimated using Level 3 inputs based on customized discounting criteria. The following table presents impaired loans that were remeasured and reported at fair value based upon the fair value of the underlying collateral, excluding loans fully charged-off during 2011 and loans held for sale at March 31, 2011.

 

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(In thousands)

   Balance as of
March 31, 2011
     Quoted Prices in
Active  Markets for
Identical Assets
(Level 1)
     Significant Other
Observable Inputs

(Level 2)
     Significant
Unobservable  Inputs

(Level 3)
 

Assets:

           

Impaired loans (a)

   $ 25,271       $ —         $ —         $ 25,271   

Loans held for sale

     646         —           646         —     
           
                                   
   $ 25,917       $ —         $ 646       $ 25,271   
                                   

 

(a) Represents carrying value of loans for which adjustments are based on the appraised value of the collateral, excluding loans fully charged-off.

Non-Financial Assets and Non-Financial Liabilities

The Corporation has no non-financial assets or non-financial liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis. Certain non-financial assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis include foreclosed assets (upon initial recognition or subsequent impairment), non-financial assets and non-financial liabilities measured at fair value in the second step of a goodwill impairment test, and intangible assets and other non-financial long-lived assets measured at fair value for impairment assessment. Non-financial assets measured at fair value on a non recurring basis include certain foreclosed assets which were remeasured and reported at fair value through a charge-off to the allowance for loan losses with a carrying value of $4.3 million and $7.4 million, respectively, for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010. Subsequent to their initial recognition, certain foreclosed assets were remeasured at fair value through a write-down included in other non-interest expense. For the three months ended March 31, 2011, a net gain of $0.3 million was included in non-interest expense in the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations. For the three months ended March 31, 2010, $2.1 million of write-downs were included in other non-interest expense and were the result of continued deterioration in fair market values. Fair value measurements may be based upon appraisals or third-party price opinions and, accordingly, those measurements are classified as Level 2. Other fair value measurements may be based on internally developed pricing methods, and those measurements are classified as Level 3. Foreclosed and repossessed assets are included in other assets in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets and totaled $28.5 million and $28.2 million at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively.

A summary of estimated fair values of significant financial instruments consisted of the following at:

 

     March 31, 2011      December 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   Carrying
Amount
     Estimated
Fair Value
     Carrying
Amount
     Estimated
Fair Value
 

Assets:

           

Cash and due from banks

   $ 170,691       $ 170,691       $ 159,849       $ 159,849   

Interest-bearing deposits

     104,982         104,982         52,811         52,811   

Trading securities

     —           —           11,554         11,554   

Securities available for sale

     2,195,109         2,195,109         2,413,776         2,413,776   

Securities held-to-maturity

     3,211,047         3,284,722         3,072,453         3,141,775   

Loans held for sale

     10,809         10,809         52,224         52,224   

Loans, net

     10,716,102         10,705,195         10,702,974         10,701,251   

Mortgage servicing assets (a)

     8,059         12,225         7,256         10,281   

Derivative instruments

     32,093         32,093         35,198         35,198   

Liabilities:

           

Deposits other than time deposits

   $ 10,972,894       $ 10,462,053       $ 10,458,876       $ 10,010,222   

Time deposits

     3,151,774         3,200,278         3,149,909         3,205,361   

Securities sold under agreements to repurchase and other short-term borrowings

     857,394         876,112         1,091,477         1,112,078   

FHLB advances and other long-term debt (b)

     973,934         947,419         1,350,842         1,302,718   

Derivative instruments:

           

Interest rate swaps

     32,308         32,308         37,841         37,841   

Fed Fund futures contract

     1,502         1,502         2,081         2,081   

Visa Swap

     100         100         —           —     

 

(a) The carrying amount of mortgage servicing assets is net of $0.5 million and $0.3 million reserves at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively. The estimated fair value does not include such adjustments.

 

(b) The carrying amount of FHLB advances and other long-term debt is net of $18.8 million and $20.9 million in hedge accounting adjustments and discounts at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively. The estimated fair value does not include such adjustments.

 

 

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Fair value estimates are made at a specific point in time, based on relevant market information and information about the financial instrument. These estimates do not reflect any premium or discount that could result from offering for sale at one time the entire holdings or any part of a particular financial instrument. Because no active market exists for a significant portion of Webster’s financial instruments, fair value estimates are based on judgments regarding future expected loss experience, current economic conditions, risk characteristics of various financial instruments, and other factors. These factors are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties and matters of significant judgment and therefore cannot be determined with precision. Changes in assumptions could significantly affect the estimates.

NOTE 14: Pension and Other Benefits

The following table provides the components of net benefit costs for the periods shown:

 

(In thousands)

Three months ended March 31,

   Webster Pension     Webster SERP      Other Benefits  
   2011     2010     2011      2010      2011      2010  

Service cost

   $ 44      $ 63      $ —         $ —         $ —         $ —     

Interest cost

     1,865        2,072        92         94         54         70   

Expected return on plan assets

     (2,726     (2,450     —           —           —           —     

Amortization of prior service cost

     —          —          —           —           18         18   

Amortization of the net actuarial loss

     662        578        8         6         16         —     
                                                   

Net periodic (benefit) cost

   $ (155   $ 263      $ 100       $ 100       $ 88       $ 88   
                                                   

The Webster Bank Pension Plan and the supplemental pension plans were frozen effective December 31, 2007. During the three month periods presented, no additional benefits have been accrued.

Additional contributions to the Webster Bank Pension Plan will be made as deemed appropriate by management in conjunction with information provided by the Plan’s actuaries.

The Bank is also a sponsor of a multiple-employer plan administered by Pentegra (the “Fund”) for benefit of former employees of the former First Federal Savings Bank of America acquired by Webster. The Fund does not segregate the assets or liabilities of its participating employers in the ongoing administration of this plan. Webster made contributions to the Fund of $0.4 million during the three months ended March 31, 2011.

NOTE 15: Business Segments

Webster’s operations are divided into four business segments that represent its core businesses—Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Consumer Finance and Other. Other includes Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Private Banking. These segments reflect how executive management responsibilities are assigned by the chief executive officer for each of the core businesses, the products and services provided, or the type of customer served, and they reflect the way that financial information is currently evaluated by management. The Company’s Treasury unit is included in the Corporate and Reconciling category along with the results of discontinued operations, the amounts required to reconcile profitability metrics to GAAP reported amounts, and, as of January 1, 2011, the Consumer Liquidating portfolio. As of January 1, 2011, executive management realigned its business segment balances transferring the government and not for profit banking operating unit from the Other business segment to the Commercial Banking business segment and the private banking operating unit from the Commercial business segment to the Other business segment to reflect the realignment of responsibilities. In addition, certain support functions were realigned within the corporate function. The 2010 segment Performance Summary has been adjusted for comparability to the 2011 Performance Summary.

Webster uses an internal profitability reporting system to generate information by operating segment, which is based on a series of management estimates and allocations regarding funds transfer pricing, the provision for loan losses, non-interest expense and income taxes. These estimates and allocations, certain of which are subjective in nature, are continually being reviewed and refined. Changes in estimates and allocations that affect the reported results of any operating segment do not affect the consolidated financial position or results of operations of Webster as a whole.

The Company uses a matched maturity funding concept, also known as coterminous funds transfer pricing (“FTP”), to allocate interest income and interest expense to each business while also transferring the primary interest rate risk exposures to the “Corporate and Reconciling Category”. The allocation process considers the specific interest rate risk and liquidity risk of financial instruments and other assets and liabilities in each line of business. The “matched maturity funding concept” basically considers the origination date and the earlier of the maturity date or the repricing date of a financial instrument to assign an FTP rate for

 

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loans and deposits originated each day. Loans are assigned an FTP rate for funds “used” and deposits are assigned an FTP rate for funds “provided”. From a governance perspective, this process is executed by the Company’s Financial Planning and Analysis division and the process is overseen by the Company’s Asset-Liability Committee.

As of January 1, 2010, Webster began attributing the provision for loan losses to each segment based on management’s estimate of the inherent loss content in each of the specific loan portfolios. Provision expense for certain elements of risk that are not deemed specifically attributable to a business segment, such as environmental factors, are shown as other reconciling items. For the three months ended March 31, 2011, 109.4% of the provision expense is specifically attributable to business segments and reported accordingly.

Webster allocates a majority of non-interest expenses to each business segment using a full-absorption costing process. Direct and indirect costs are analyzed and pooled by process and assigned to the appropriate business segment and corporate overhead costs are allocated to the business segments. Income tax expense is allocated to each business segment based on the effective income tax rate for the period shown.

The full profitability measurement reports which are prepared for each operating segment reflect non-GAAP reporting methodologies. The differences between these report-based measures are reconciled to GAAP values in the reconciling amounts column.

The following table presents the operating results and total assets for Webster’s reportable segments.

Three months ended March 31, 2011

 

(In thousands)

   Commercial
Banking
     Retail
Banking
     Consumer
Finance
    Other     Total
Reportable
Segments
    Reconciling
Amounts
    Consolidated
Total
 

Net interest income

   $ 39,017       $ 54,290       $ 27,249      $ 5,646      $ 126,202      $ 13,247      $ 139,449   

Provision for loan losses

     1,640         1,209         8,132        (44     10,937        (937     10,000   
                                                          

Net interest income after provision for loan losses

     37,377         53,081         19,117        5,690        115,265        14,184        129,449   

Non-interest income

     6,386         24,749         2,041        5,862        39,038        5,264        44,302   

Non-interest expense

     22,988         76,034         14,782        10,160        123,964        5,161        129,125   
                                                          

Income from continuing

operations before income taxes

     20,775         1,796         6,376        1,392        30,339        14,287        44,626   

Income tax expense

     5,738         496         1,761        384        8,379        3,947        12,326   
                                                          

Income from continuing operations

     15,037         1,300         4,615        1,008        21,960        10,340        32,300   

Income from discontinued operations

     —           —           —          —          —          1,995        1,995   
                                                          

Income before noncontrolling interests

     15,037         1,300         4,615        1,008        21,960        12,335        34,295   

Less: Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests

     —           —           (1     —          (1     —          (1
                                                          

Net income

   $ 15,037       $ 1,300       $ 4,616      $ 1,008      $ 21,961      $ 12,335      $ 34,296   
                                                          

Total assets at period end

   $ 4,121,590       $ 1,515,809       $ 5,807,942      $ 210,122      $ 11,655,463      $ 6,309,483      $ 17,964,946   
                                                          

Three months ended March 31, 2010, as reclassified

 

(In thousands)

   Commercial
Banking
     Retail
Banking
    Consumer
Finance
    Other     Total
Reportable
Segments
    Reconciling
Amounts
     Consolidated
Total
 

Net interest income

   $ 35,023       $ 47,505      $ 25,789      $ 4,150      $ 112,467      $ 18,917       $ 131,384   

Provision for loan losses

     12,673         3,653        24,978        (34     41,270        1,730         43,000   
                                                             

Net interest income after provision for loan losses

     22,350         43,852        811        4,184        71,197        17,187         88,384   

Non-interest income

     6,832         27,147        2,236        5,297        41,512        5,504         47,016   

Non-interest expense

     22,179         72,498        17,628        9,579        121,884        11,740         133,624   
                                                             

Income (loss) from continuing

operations before income taxes

     7,003         (1,499     (14,581     (98     (9,175     10,951        
1,776
  

Income tax expense (benefit)

     1,400         (300     (2,915     (19     (1,834     2,189         355   
                                                             

Income (loss) from continuing operations

     5,603         (1,199     (11,666     (79     (7,341     8,762         1,421   

Income (loss) from discontinued operations

     —           —          —          —          —          —           —     
                                                             

Income (loss) before noncontrolling interests

     5,603         (1,199     (11,666     (79     (7,341     8,762         1,421   

Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests

     —           —          —          —          —          —           —     
                                                             

Net income (loss)

   $ 5,603       $ (1,199   $ (11,666   $ (79   $ (7,341   $ 8,762       $ 1,421   
                                                          

Total assets at period end

   $ 4,064,413       $ 1,534,156      $ 6,021,853      $ 210,903      $ 11,831,325      $ 6,193,390       $ 18,024,715   
                                                          

 

(a) For the three months ended March 31, 2010, the Consumer Liquidating Portfolio has not been reclassified to Corporate and Reconciling Amounts to conform to the March 31, 2011 presentation, as it was not established as a separate operating unit until April 2010. For the three months ended March 31, 2011 $1.7 million in net loss from continuing operations before income taxes was reclassified to Corporate and Other Reconciling Amounts.

NOTE 16: Commitments and Contingencies

Credit-Related Financial Instruments. In the normal course of business, the Company becomes a party to credit related financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk in order to meet the financing needs of its customers. These financial instruments include commitments to extend credit, standby letters of credit and commercial letters of credit. Such commitments involve, to varying degrees, elements of credit and interest rate risk in excess of the amount recognized in the condensed consolidated balance sheets. The

 

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Company’s exposure to credit loss is represented by the contractual amount of these commitments, as for on-balance sheet instruments.

The following table summarizes the following outstanding financial instruments whose contract amounts represent credit risk for the following periods ending:

 

(In thousands)

   March 31,
2011
     December 31,
2010
 

Commitments to extend credit

   $ 245,364       $ 339,249   

Unfunded commitments under existing lines and loans

     3,224,207         3,330,712   

Stand by letters of credit

     172,288         166,744   

Commercial letters of credit

     2,455         11,555   
                 

Total financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk

   $ 3,644,314       $ 3,848,260   
                 

Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer as long as there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. Commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. The commitments for equity lines of credit may expire without being drawn upon. Therefore, the total commitment amounts do not necessarily represent future cash requirements. The amount of collateral obtained, if it is deemed necessary by the Company, is based on management’s credit evaluation of the customer.

The following table provides detail of activity in the Company’s reserve for unfunded credit commitments for the periods presented:

 

     Three months ended March 31,  

(In thousands)

       2011 (a)             2010 (a)      

Beginning balance

   $ 9,378      $ 10,105   

Provision

     —          —     

Benefit

     (285     (278
                

Ending balance

   $ 9,093      $ 9,827   
                

 

(a) The reserve for unfunded credit commitments is reported as a component of accrued expenses and other liabilities in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Reserve for Loan Repurchases. In connection with the sale of mortgage loans, the Company enters into agreements containing representations and warranties about certain characteristics of the mortgage loans sold and the Company’s origination process. The Company may be required to repurchase a loan in the event of certain breaches of these representations and warranties or in the event of default of the borrower within 90 days of origination. The reserve for loan repurchases provides for estimated losses associated with the repurchase of loans sold in connection with the Company’s mortgage banking operations. The reserve reflects management’s continual evaluation of loss experience and the quality of loan originations. It also reflects management’s expectation of losses from repurchase requests for which management has not yet been notified. Factors considered in the evaluation process for establishing the reserves include identity of counterparty, the vintage of the loans sold, the amount of open repurchase requests, specific loss estimates for each open request, current level of loan losses in similar vintages held in the residential loan portfolio, and estimated recoveries on the underlying collateral. While management uses its best judgment and information available, the adequacy of this reserve is dependent upon factors outside the Company’s control including the performance of loans sold and the quality of the servicing provided by the acquirer.

The following table provides detail of activity in the Company’s reserve for loan repurchases for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010:

 

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     Three months ended March 31,  

(In thousands)

       2011             2010      

Beginning balance

   $ 3,658      $ 1,595   

Provision

     772        262   

Loss on loans repurchased

     (175     (89
                

Ending balance

   $ 4,255      $ 1,768   
                

The provision recorded at the time of loan sale is netted from mortgage banking activities, included as a component of non-interest income. Incremental provision, post loan sale, is recorded in other non-interest expense.

Lease Commitments. At March 31, 2011, Webster was obligated under various non-cancellable operating leases for properties used as banking offices and other office facilities. The leases contain renewal options and escalation clauses which provide for increased rental expense based primarily upon increases in real estate taxes over a base year. Rental expense under leases was $5.0 million and $5.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010, respectively, and is recorded as a component of occupancy expense in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. Webster is also entitled to rental income under various non-cancelable operating leases for properties owned. Rental income was $0.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010 and is recorded as a component of other non-interest income in the accompanying Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. There has been no significant change in future minimum lease payments payable since December 31, 2010. See the 2010 Form 10-K for information regarding these commitments.

Litigation Reserves. Webster is involved in routine legal proceedings and regulatory matters occurring in the ordinary course of business. Webster maintains reserves for litigation and regulatory matters when those matters present loss contingencies that are both probable and can be reasonably estimated. Once established, reserves are adjusted each quarter in light of additional information. For more information regarding Webster’s material legal proceedings, see Part II, Item 1, “Legal Proceedings” of this Form 10-Q.

As previously disclosed, in the second quarter of 2010, Webster increased its litigation reserves by approximately $20 million, primarily related to the Broadwin case. There is no assurance that the Company’s litigation reserves will not need to be adjusted in future periods. Webster believes it has defenses to all the claims asserted against it in existing litigation matters and intends to defend itself in all matters. Based upon its current knowledge, after consultation with counsel and after taking into consideration its current litigation reserves, Webster believes that the legal actions, proceedings currently pending against it should not have a material adverse effect on Webster’s consolidated financial condition. However, in light of the uncertainties involved in such proceedings, actions and investigations, there is no assurance that the ultimate resolution of these matters will not significantly exceed the reserves currently accrued by Webster; as a result, the outcome of a particular matter may be material to the Company’s operating results for a particular period depending on, among other factors, the size of the loss or liability imposed and the level of the Company’s income for that period.

 

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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENTS DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the Company’s consolidated financial statements, and notes thereto, for the year ended December 31, 2010, included in the 2010 Form 10-K, and in conjunction with the condensed consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in Item 1 to this report. Operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2011 are not necessarily indicative of the results for the full year ending December 31, 2011 or any future period.

Dollar amounts in tables are stated in thousands, except for per share amounts.

Forward-Looking Statements and Factors that Could Affect Future Results

Certain statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q that are not statements of historical fact constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “Act”), notwithstanding that such statements are not specifically identified as such. In addition, certain statements may be contained in the Company’s future filings with the SEC, in press releases, and in oral and written statements made by or with the approval of the Company that are not statements of historical fact and constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Act. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: (i) projections of revenues, expenses, income or loss, earnings or loss per share, the payment or nonpayment of dividends, capital structure and other financial items; (ii) statements of plans, objectives and expectations of Webster or its management or Board of Directors, including those relating to products or services or the impact or expected outcome of various legal proceedings; (iii) statements of future economic performance; and (iv) statements of assumptions underlying such statements. Words such as “believes”, “anticipates”, “expects”, “intends”, “targeted”, “continue”, “remain”, “will”, “should”, “may” and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements but are not the exclusive means of identifying such statements.

Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those in such statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in the forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:

 

   

Local, regional, national and international economic conditions and the impact they may have on the Company and its customers and the Company’s assessment of that impact.

 

   

Volatility and disruption in national and international financial markets.

 

   

Government intervention in the U.S. financial system.

 

   

Changes in the level of non-performing assets and charge-offs.

 

   

Changes in estimates of future reserve requirements based upon the periodic review thereof under relevant regulatory and accounting requirements.

 

   

Adverse conditions in the securities markets that lead to impairment in the value of securities in the Company’s investment portfolio.

 

   

Inflation, interest rate, securities market and monetary fluctuations.

 

   

The timely development and acceptance of new products and services and perceived overall value of these products and services by customers.

 

   

Changes in consumer spending, borrowings and savings habits.

 

   

Technological changes.

 

   

The ability to increase market share and control expenses.

 

   

Changes in the competitive environment among banks, financial holding companies and other financial service providers.

 

   

The effect of changes in laws and regulations (including laws and regulations concerning taxes, banking, securities and insurance) with which the Company and its subsidiaries must comply, including under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and the Basel III update to the Basel Accords that is under development.

 

   

The effect of changes in accounting policies and practices, as may be adopted by the regulatory agencies, as well as the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, the Financial Accounting Standards Board and other accounting standard setters.

 

   

The costs and effects of legal and regulatory developments including the resolution of legal proceedings or regulatory or other governmental inquiries and the results of regulatory examinations or reviews.

 

   

The Company’s success at managing the risks involved in the foregoing items.

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which such statements are made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made, or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

 

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Critical Accounting Policies

The Company’s significant accounting policies are described in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements included in its 2010 Annual Report on Form 10-K and in Note 1 to the condensed consolidated financial statements included in Item 1 to this report. The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and to disclose contingent assets and liabilities. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Management has identified accounting for the allowance for loan losses, valuation and analysis for impairment of goodwill and other intangible assets, and the fair value measurements, income taxes and pension and other post retirement benefits as the Company’s most critical accounting policies and estimates in that they are important to the portrayal of the Company’s financial condition and results, and they require management’s subjective and complex judgment as a result of the need to make estimates about the effects of matters that are inherently uncertain. These accounting policies, including the nature of the estimates and types of assumptions used, are described throughout this Item 2, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, and Part II, Item 7, Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations included in the Company’s 2010 Annual Report on Form 10-K.

RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Summary of Performance

Webster’s consolidated net income after tax was $34.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011, compared to $1.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010. The net income available to common shareholders was $33.5 million, or $0.36 per diluted common share, for the three months ended March 31, 2011, compared to the net loss available to common shareholders of $6.1 million, or $(0.08) per diluted common share, for the three months ended March 31, 2010. The year-over-year increase in consolidated net income is primarily attributable to a reduction in interest expense as the cost of liabilities declined from 1.19% for the three months ended March 31, 2010 to 0.91% for the three months ended March 31, 2011, and a reduction in the provision for loan losses. The provision for loan losses for the three months ended March 31, 2011 was $10.0 million, a reduction of $33.0 million compared to $43.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010. Net interest income increased $8.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the three months ended March 31, 2010, primarily due to a 16 basis point increase in the net interest margin.

Selected financial highlights are presented in the table below.

 

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     At or for the Three
months ended March 31,
 
        

(In thousands, except per share data)

   2011     2010  

Earnings

    

Net interest income

   $ 139,449      $ 131,384   

Total non-interest income

     44,302        47,016   

Total non-interest expense

     129,125        133,624   

Income from continuing operations, net of tax

     32,300        1,421   

Income from discontinuing operations, net of tax

     1,995        —     

Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests

     (1     —     

Net income attributable to Webster Financial Corporation

     34,296        1,421   

Net income (loss) available to common shareholders

     33,465        (6,069

Common Share Data

    

Income (loss) per common share from continuing operations - basic

   $ 0.36      $ (0.08

Income (loss) per common share available to common shareholders - basic

     0.38        (0.08

Income (loss) per common share from continuing operations - diluted

     0.34        (0.08

Net income (loss) per common share - diluted

     0.36        (0.08

Dividends declared per common share

     0.01        0.01   

Book value per common share

     20.42        19.41   

Tangible book value per common share

     14.21        12.44   

Dividends declared per Series A preferred share

     21.25        21.25   

Dividends declared per Series B preferred share

     —          12.50   

Dividends declared per affiliate preferred share

     0.21        0.21   

Diluted shares (weighted average)

     92,554        77,922   

Selected Ratios

    

Return on average assets

     0.72     0.03

Return on average shareholders’ equity

     7.21        0.30   

Net interest margin

     3.44        3.28   

Efficiency ratio (a)

     67.61        64.75   

Tangible capital ratio

     7.27        7.39   

Tier one common equity to risk weighted assets (b)

     10.53        7.90   

 

(a) Calculated using SNL’s methodology non-interest expense (excluding foreclosed property expenses, intangible amortization, goodwill impairments and other charges) as a percentage of net interest income (FTE basis) plus non-interest income (excluding gain/loss on securities and other charges).

 

(b) The ratios presented are projected for the 2011 reporting period and actual for the 2010 reporting period.

 

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The following summarizes the major categories of assets and liabilities together with their respective interest income or expense and the average rates earned or paid by Webster:

 

     Three months ended March 31,  
     2011     2010  

(Dollars in thousands)

   Average
Balance
     Interest (a)     Average
Yields
    Average
Balance
     Interest (a)     Average
Yields
 

Assets

              

Interest-earning assets:

              

Loans

   $ 11,065,594       $ 121,231        4.39   $ 10,976,610       $ 123,350        4.51

Investment securities (b)

     5,402,046         56,844        4.23        5,066,951         56,835        4.49   

Federal Home Loan and Federal Reserve Bank stock

     143,874         831        2.34        140,874         716        2.06   

Interest bearing deposits

     61,308         34        0.22        250,458         162        0.26   

Loans held for sale

     36,891         422        4.57        27,446         314        4.58   
                                                  

Total interest-earning assets

     16,709,713         179,362        4.31     16,462,339         181,377        4.42

Non-interest earning assets

     1,333,398             1,398,593        
                          

Total assets

   $ 18,043,111           $ 17,860,932        
                          

Liabilities and equity

              

Interest-bearing liabilities:

              

Demand deposits

   $ 2,161,761       $ —          —     $ 1,641,654       $ —          —  

Savings, NOW & money market deposits

     8,642,941         10,583        0.50        8,365,705         13,878        0.67   

Certificates of deposit

     3,110,684         12,186        1.59        3,783,167         18,073        1.94   
                                                  

Total interest-bearing deposits

     13,915,386         22,769        0.66        13,790,526         31,951        0.94   

Securities sold under agreements to repurchaseand other short-term borrowings

     994,718         3,562        1.43        828,213         4,003        1.93   

Federal Home Loan Bank advances

     554,562         3,355        2.42        576,674         4,418        3.06   

Long-term debt

     581,578         6,362        4.38        588,800         6,064        4.12   
                                                  

Total borrowings

     2,130,858         13,279        2.49        1,993,687         14,485        2.91   
                                                  

Total interest-bearing liabilities

     16,046,244         36,048        0.91     15,784,213         46,436        1.19

Non-interest bearing liabilities

     196,361             150,447        
                          

Total liabilities

     16,242,605             15,934,660        

Noncontrolling interests

     9,635             9,641        

Equity

     1,790,871             1,916,631        
                          

Total liabilities and equity

   $ 18,043,111           $ 17,860,932        
                          

Fully tax-equivalent net interest income

      $  143,314           $  134,941     

Less: tax equivalent adjustments

        (3,865          (3,557  
                          

Net interest income

      $ 139,449           $ 131,384     
                          

Interest-rate spread

          3.40          3.23

Net interest margin (b)

          3.44          3.28

 

(a) On a fully tax-equivalent basis.
(b) For purposes of this computation, net unrealized gains on available for sale securities of $32.6 million and $8.7 million as of March 31, 2011 and 2010, respectively, are excluded from the average balance for rate calculations.

The following table describes the extent to which changes in interest rates and changes in the volume of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities have impacted interest income and interest expense during the periods indicated. Information is provided in each category with respect to changes attributable to changes in volume (changes in volume multiplied by prior rate), changes attributable to changes in rates (changes in rates multiplied by prior volume) and the total net change. The change attributable to the combined impact of volume and rate has been allocated proportionately to the change due to volume and the change due to rate.

 

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The table presented below is based upon reported net interest income.

 

     Three months ended March 31,
2011 vs. 2010
Increase (decrease) due to
 

(In thousands)

   Rate     Volume      Total  

Interest on interest-earning assets:

       

Loans

   $ (3,162   $ 1,043       $ (2,119

Loans held for sale

     (1     109         108   

Investment securities

     (1,659     1,347         (312
                         

Total interest income

   $ (4,822   $ 2,499       $ (2,323
                         

Interest on interest-bearing liabilities:

       

Deposits

   $ (9,481   $ 299         (9,182

Borrowings

     (2,168     962         (1,206
                         

Total interest expense

     (11,649     1,261         (10,388
                         

Net change in net interest income

   $ 6,827      $ 1,238       $ 8,065   
                         

Net Interest Income

Net interest income totaled $139.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $131.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010, an increase of $8.1 million. Average interest-earning assets grew by 1.5% to $16.7 billion from $16.5 billion, while average interest-bearing liabilities grew by 1.7% to $16.0 billion from $15.8 billion. As a result of the greater decline in the cost of interest bearing liabilities than the decline in yield on interest-earning assets to interest-bearing liabilities, the net interest margin grew by 16 basis points to 3.44% for the three months ended March 31, 2011 from 3.28% for the three months ended March 31, 2010. For the three months ended March 31, 2011, the yield on average interest-earning assets declined by 11 basis points while the cost of average interest-bearing liabilities declined 28 basis points when compared to the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Net interest income is affected by changes in interest rates, by loan and deposit pricing strategies, competitive conditions, the volume and mix of interest-earning assets and interest-bearing liabilities as well as the level of non-performing assets; among other factors. Webster manages the risk of changes in interest rates on its net interest income through an Asset/Liability Management Committee and through related interest rate risk monitoring and management policies. See “Asset/Liability Management and Market Risk” below for further discussion of Webster’s interest rate risk policy.

Interest Income

Interest income decreased $2.3 million, or 1.3%, to $175.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2010. The decrease in the average yield of 11 basis points was due to a lower rate environment and partially offset by an increase in average interest earning assets of $247.4 million. The average loan portfolio, excluding loans held for sale, increased by $0.1 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2011, compared to 2010. Average securities increased by $0.3 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2011, compared to the three months ended March 31, 2010.

The 11 basis point decrease in the average yield earned on interest-earning assets for the three months ended March 31, 2011 to 4.31% compared to 4.42% for the three months ended March 31, 2010 is a result of repayment of higher yielding loans and securities and purchase of lower yielding securities. The loan portfolio yield decreased 12 basis points to 4.39% for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and comprised 66.2% of average interest-earning assets at March 31, 2011 compared to the loan portfolio yield of 4.51% and comprised of 66.7% average interest-earning assets for the three months ended March 31, 2010. Additionally, the yield on investment securities was 4.23% at March 31, 2011, a 26 basis point decrease compared to the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Interest Expense

Interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2011 decreased $10.4 million, or 22.4%, to $36.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2010. The cost of average interest-bearing liabilities was 0.91% for the three months ended March 31, 2011, a decrease of 28 basis points compared to 1.19% for the three months ended March 31, 2010. The decrease was primarily due to declines in the cost of deposits to 0.66% from 0.94% for the three months ended March 31, 2010, an increase in average deposits of $0.1 billion for the three months ended March 31, 2010 and a 42 basis point decrease in the cost of borrowings to 2.49% from 2.91% for the three months ended March 31, 2010 as a result of declining rates and a change in deposit mix, including a $520.1 million increase in average non-interest bearing deposits.

 

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Provision for Loan Losses

The provision for loan losses was $10.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011, a decrease of $33.0 million compared to $43.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010. The decrease in the provision is primarily due to management’s perspective regarding the level of inherent losses in Webster’s existing book of business and management’s belief that the overall reserve levels are adequate. For the three months ended March 31, 2011, total net charge-offs were $33.7 million compared to $40.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Management performs a quarterly review of the loan portfolio to determine the adequacy of the allowance for loan and credit losses. Several factors influence the amount of the provision, including loan growth, portfolio composition, credit performance changes in the levels of non-performing loans, net charge-offs and the general economic environment. At March 31, 2011, the allowance for loan losses totaled $297.9 million or 2.71% of total loans compared to $321.7 million or 2.92% of total loans at December 31, 2010. See the “Allowance for Loan Losses Methodology” section later in Management’s Discussion and Analysis for further details.

Non-Interest Income

The following summarizes the major categories of non-interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010:

 

     Three months ended March 31,     Increase (decrease)  

(In thousands)

   2011     2010     Amount     Percent  

Non-Interest Income:

        

Deposit service fees

   $ 25,340      $ 27,784      $ (2,444     (8.8 )% 

Loan related fees

     4,829        6,005        (1,176     (19.6

Wealth and investment services

     6,722        5,835        887        15.2   

Mortgage banking activities

     1,253        (138     1,391        (1,008.0

Increase in cash surrender value of life insurance policies

     2,533        2,578        (45     (1.7

Net loss on trading securities

     (1,799     —          (1,799     (100.0

Net gain on sale of investment securities

     2,176        4,318        (2,142     (49.6

Total other-than-temporary impairment losses on securities

     —          (8,214     8,214        100.0   

Portion of the loss recognized in other comprehensive income

     —          4,534        (4,534     (100.0
                          

Net impairment losses recognized in earnings

     —          (3,680     3,680        100.0   

Other income

     3,248        4,314        (1,066     (24.7
                          

Total non-interest income

   $ 44,302      $ 47,016      $ (2,714     (5.8 )% 
                          

Total non-interest income was $44.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011, a decrease of $2.7 million from the three months ended March 31, 2010. The $2.7 million decrease for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2010 is primarily attributable to the recognition of a $1.8 million loss on the sale of trading securities related to the Company’s investment in Higher One Holdings, Inc. in the three months ended March 31, 2011.

Deposit Service Fees. Deposit service fees totaled $25.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011, down $2.4 million from the comparable period in 2010, primarily due to a decline in customer overdraft activity associated with the implementation of Regulation E during the third quarter 2010, partially offset by an increase in checking account service charges as a result of the redesigned line of checking products implemented during the fourth quarter 2010.

Loan Related Fees. Loan related fees were $4.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011, respectively, a decrease of $1.2 million from the comparable period in 2010, due to a decrease in volume of loan origination and modification fees.

Wealth and Investment Services. Wealth and investment services income totaled $6.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 an increase of $0.9 million from the comparable period in 2010. The $0.9 million increase for the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010 is due to an increase in new business originated by Webster Financial Advisors coupled with improved market conditions.

Mortgage Banking Activities. Mortgage banking activities income was $1.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011. The $1.4 million increase in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010 is primarily due to the favorable interest rate spread environment.

Net Loss on Trading Securities. Net loss on trading securities of $1.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 represents the loss on the sale of the remaining 571,143 shares of Higher One’s common stock.

Net Gain on Sale of Investment Securities. Net gain on the sale of investment securities was approximately $2.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011, compared to $4.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010. The net gain on sale of investment securities for the three months ended March 31, 2011 is due to the sale of GSE mortgage-backed securities, equity securities, and one trust preferred security.

 

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Net Impairment Losses on Securities Recognized in Earnings. There were no net impairment losses on securities recognized in earnings for the three months ended March 31, 2011, compared to losses of $3.7 million from the three months ended March 31, 2010. This decrease is primarily the result of improvement in the amount of deferrals and defaults in 2011 compared to previously impaired book values.

Other. Other non-interest income was $3.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $4.3 million a year ago. The $1.1 million decrease is primarily due to a $1.1 million legal settlement received in the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Non-Interest Expense

The following summarizes the major categories of non-interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010:

 

     Three months ended
March 31,
     Increase
(decrease)
 

(In thousands)

   2011      2010      Amount     Percent  

Non-Interest Expense:

          

Compensation and benefits

   $ 67,071       $ 60,956       $ 6,115        10.0

Occupancy

     14,735         14,440         295        2.0   

Technology and equipment expense

     15,392         15,268         124        0.8   

Intangible assets amortization

     1,397         1,397         —          0.0   

Marketing

     5,520         4,791         729        15.2   

Professional and outside services

     2,430         2,602         (172     (6.6

Deposit insurance

     5,781         6,085         (304     (5.0

Other expenses

     16,799         28,085         (11,286     (40.2
                            

Total non-interest expenses

   $ 129,125       $ 133,624       $ (4,499     (3.4 )% 
                            

Total non-interest expense was $129.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011, a decrease of $4.5 million for the comparable period in 2010. The $4.5 million decrease for the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010 is primarily due to fraud charges of $11.1 million recognized in the three months ended March 31, 2010, partially offset by a $6.1 million increase in compensation and benefits for the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010.

Compensation and benefits. Compensation and benefits were $67.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $61.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010, an increase of $6.1 million primarily attributable to increases in base compensation, which reflects hiring efforts to increase business development officers to support the Company’s Business and Professional Banking and Middle Market divisions, in addition to a higher level of stock related compensation expense, due to higher valuation as a result of an increase in stock price during the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Marketing. Marketing expenses were $5.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 an increase of $0.7 million from the comparable period in 2010. The increase in marketing expense is reflective of an increase in marketing campaigns and brand advertising.

Deposit Insurance. The FDIC deposit insurance expense for the three months ended March 31, 2011 was $5.8 million as compared to $6.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010. The decrease for the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010 is primarily due to an increase in fees for the Transaction Account Guarantee Program (“TAGP”) in the first six months of 2010. The Company opted to end its participation in the program as of June 30, 2010.

Other Expense. Other expenses were $16.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011, a decrease of $11.3 million from the comparable period in 2010. The decrease was primarily attributable to the establishment of a $11.1 million reserve for fraud as a result of an embezzlement scheme at a subcontractor that provided bulk cash processing on behalf of a major vendor of Webster recorded in the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Income Taxes

During the three months ended March 31, 2011, Webster recognized income tax expense of $12.3 million applicable to the $44.6 million of pre-tax income from continuing operations. In the comparable 2010 period, Webster recognized income tax expense of $0.4 million applicable to the $1.8 million of pre-tax income from continuing operations.

 

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The $12.3 million of tax expense for the three months ended March 31, 2011, and the effective tax rate of 27.6%, reflect: (i) the application of an estimated annual effective tax rate of 29% for the full year 2011 to the pre-tax income for the three months ended March 31, 2011; and (ii) the recognition of $0.9 million of state tax benefits specific to the period ($0.6 million, net of U.S. effects). In the comparable 2010 period the $0.4 million of tax expense reflected the application of an estimated annual effective tax rate of 20% for the full year 2010 to the pre-tax income for the quarter. The increase in the estimated annual effective tax rate from 20% in 2010 to 29% in 2011, is due to the increase in pre-tax income from 2010 to 2011.

For more information on Webster’s income taxes, see Note 9 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2010, included in the Company’s 2010 Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Business Segment Results

Webster’s operations are divided into four business segments that represent its core businesses—Commercial Banking, Retail Banking, Consumer Finance and Other. Other currently includes Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Private Banking. These segments reflect how executive management responsibilities are assigned by the chief executive officer for each of the core businesses, the products and services provided, and the type of customer served, and they reflect the way that financial information is currently evaluated by management. The Company’s Treasury unit is included in the Corporate and Reconciling category along with the results of discontinued operations, the amounts required to reconcile profitability metrics to GAAP reported amounts, and, as of January 1, 2011, the Consumer Liquidating portfolio. As of January 1, 2011, executive management realigned its business segment balances transferring the government and not for profit banking operating unit from the Other business segment to the Commercial Banking business segment and the private banking operating unit from the Commercial business segment to the Other business segment to reflect the realignment of responsibilities. In addition, certain support functions were realigned within the corporate function. The 2010 segment Performance Summary has been adjusted for comparability to the 2011 Performance Summary. See Note 15 – Business Segments in the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements contained elsewhere within this report for further information.

Webster’s business segments results are intended to reflect each segment as if it were a stand-alone business. The following tables present the results for Webster’s business segments for three months ended March 31, 2011, and 2010 and incorporate the allocation of the increased provision for loan losses, other-than-temporary impairment charges and income tax expense (benefit) to each of Webster’s business segments for the periods then ended:

 

     For the three months
ended March 31,
 

(In thousands)

   2011      2010 (a)  

Net Income (Loss)

     

Commercial Banking

   $ 15,037       $ 5,603   

Retail Banking

     1,300         (1,199

Consumer Finance

     4,616         (11,666

Other

     1,008         (79
                 

Total Segments

     21,961         (7,341

Corporate and reconciling items

     12,335         8,762   
                 

Net income attributable to Webster Financial Corporation

   $ 34,296       $ 1,421   
                 

 

(a) Reclassified to conform to the 2011 presentation. For the three months ended March 31, 2010, the Consumer Liquidating Portfolio has not been reclassified to Corporate and Reconciling Amounts to conform to the March 31, 2011 presentation, as it was not established as a separate operating unit until April 2010.

Webster uses an internal profitability reporting system to generate information by operating segment, which is based on a series of management estimates and allocations regarding funds transfer pricing, the provision for loan losses, non-interest expense and income taxes. These estimates and allocations, certain of which are subjective in nature, are continually being reviewed and refined. Changes in estimates and allocations that affect the reported results of any operating segment do not affect the consolidated financial position or results of operations of Webster as a whole.

The Company uses a matched maturity funding concept, also known as coterminous funds transfer pricing (“FTP”), to allocate interest income and interest expense to each business while also transferring the primary interest rate risk exposures to the “Corporate and Reconciling Category”. The allocation process considers the specific interest rate risk and liquidity risk of financial instruments and other assets and liabilities in each line of business. The “matched maturity funding concept” basically considers the origination date and the earlier of the maturity date or the repricing date of a financial instrument to assign an FTP rate for loans and deposits originated each day. Loans are assigned an FTP rate for funds “used” and deposits are assigned an FTP rate for

 

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funds “provided”. From a governance perspective, this process is executed by the Company’s Financial Planning and Analysis division and the process is overseen by the Company’s Asset-Liability Committee.

As of January 1, 2010, Webster began attributing the provision for loan losses to each segment based on management’s estimate of the inherent loss content in each of the specific loan portfolios. Provision expense for certain elements of risk that are not deemed specifically attributable to a business segment, such as environmental factors, are shown as other reconciling items. For the three months ended March 31, 2011, 109.4% of the provision expense is specifically attributable to business segments and reported accordingly. For the three months ended March 31, 2010, 96.0% of the provision expense is specifically attributable to business segments and reported accordingly. Webster allocates a majority of non-interest expenses to each business segment using a full-absorption costing process. Direct and indirect costs are analyzed and pooled by process and assigned to the appropriate business segment and corporate overhead costs are allocated to the business segments. Income tax expense is allocated to each business segment based on the effective income tax rate for the period shown.

The full profitability measurement reports which are prepared for each operating segment reflect non-GAAP reporting methodologies. The difference between these report based measures are reconciled to GAAP values in the reconciling amounts column.

Commercial Banking

The Commercial Banking segment includes middle market, asset-based lending, commercial real estate, equipment finance, and government and not for profit banking.

Commercial Banking Results:

 

     For the three months ended
March 31,
 

(In thousands)

   2011      2010 (a)  

Net interest income

   $ 39,017       $ 35,023   

Provision for loan losses

     1,640         12,673   
                 

Net interest income after provision

     37,377         22,350   

Non-interest income

     6,386         6,832   

Non-interest expense

     22,988         22,179   
                 

Income before income taxes

     20,775         7,003   

Income tax expense

     5,738         1,400   
                 

Net income

   $ 15,037       $ 5,603   
                 

Total assets at period end

   $ 4,121,590       $ 4,064,413   

Total loans at period end

     4,123,985         4,085,913   

Total deposits at period end

     2,746,933         2,811,375   
                 

 

(a) Reclassified to conform to the 2011 presentation.

Net interest income increased $4.0 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The increase is primarily due to higher interest rates on loan renewals and on originations. The provision for loan losses decreased $11.0 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The decrease in the provision is primarily due to management’s perspective regarding the level of inherent losses in this segment’s existing book of business and management’s belief that the overall reserve levels are adequate. Non-interest income decreased $0.4 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010, reflecting decreased volume of loan renewals. Non-interest expense increased $0.8 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011, from comparable period in 2010. The increase is a result of the hiring of six additional officers to support the Company’s core business banking expansion. Total deposits decreased $64.4 million for the period ended March 31, 2011, compared to March 31, 2010.

Retail Banking

Included in the Retail Banking segment is retail, business and professional banking and investment services.

Retail Banking Results:

 

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     For the three months ended
March 31,
 

(In thousands)

   2011      2010  

Net interest income

   $ 54,290       $ 47,505   

Provision for loan losses

     1,209         3,653   
                 

Net interest income after provision

     53,081         43,852   

Non-interest income

     24,749         27,147   

Non-interest expense

     76,034         72,498   
                 

Income (loss) before income taxes

     1,796         (1,499

Income tax expense (benefit)

     496         (300
                 

Net income (loss)

   $ 1,300       $ (1,199
                 

Total assets at period end

   $ 1,515,809       $ 1,534,156   

Total loans at period end

     850,341         866,348   

Total deposits at period end

     10,125,129         10,193,294   
                 

Net interest income increased $6.8 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The increase is a result of improved deposit mix of higher percentage of non-interest bearing deposits and reduced deposit costs. The provision for loan losses decreased $2.4 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The decrease in the provision is primarily due to management’s perspective regarding the level of inherent losses in this segment’s existing book of business and management’s belief that the overall reserve levels are adequate. Non-interest income decreased $2.4 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The decrease is primarily due to a decline in customer overdraft activity associated with the implementation of Regulation E during the third quarter 2010, partially offset by an increase in checking account service charges as a result of the redesigned line of checking products implemented during the fourth quarter 2010. Non-interest expense increased $3.5 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The increase is a result of increased staffing to support Webster’s implementation of extended hours in 89 branch locations and the Customer Care Center, and the hiring of 12 additional business bankers in the Company’s small business banking unit to support the Company’s core business banking expansion. Total loans decreased $16.0 million for the period ended March 31, 2011, compared to March 31, 2010. The decrease reflects principal payments and early payoffs exceeding new originations in the second and third quarters of 2010. Total deposits decreased $68.2 million for the period ended March 31, 2011, compared to March 31, 2010 due to CD runoff during the second half of 2010.

Consumer Finance

Consumer Finance includes residential mortgage and consumer lending, as well as mortgage banking activities.

Consumer Finance Results:

 

     For the three months ended
March 31,
 

(In thousands)

   2011     2010 (a)  

Net interest income

   $ 27,249      $ 25,789   

Provision for loan losses

     8,132        24,978   
                

Net interest income after provision

     19,117        811   

Non-interest income

     2,041        2,236   

Non-interest expense

     14,782        17,628   
                

Income (loss) before income taxes

     6,376        (14,581

Income tax expense (benefit)

     1,761        (2,915
                

Income (loss) before noncontrolling interests

     4,615        (11,666

Less: Net (loss) income attributable to noncontrolling interests

     (1     —     
                

Net income (loss)

   $ 4,616      $ (11,666
                

Total assets at period end

   $ 5,807,972      $ 6,021,853   

Total loans at period end

     5,722,632        5,854,793   

Total deposits at period end

     25,577        24,767   
                

 

(a) For the three months ended March 31, 2010, the Consumer Liquidating Portfolio has not been reclassified to Corporate and Reconciling Amounts to conform to the March 31, 2011 presentation, as it was not established as a separate operating unit until April 2010. For the three months ended March 31, 2011 $1.7 million in net loss from continuing operations before income taxes was reclassified to Corporate and Other Reconciling Amounts.

 

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Net interest income increased $1.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The increase in net interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2011 is related to corresponding increase in earnings assets and an increase in loan spreads. The provision for loan losses decreased $16.8 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The decrease in the provision is primarily due to management’s perspective regarding the level of inherent losses in this segment’s existing book of business and management’s belief that the overall reserve levels are adequate. Non-interest income decreased $0.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The decrease in non-interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2011 is related to accelerated amortization of mortgage servicing assets tied to continued high levels of prepayments in the mortgage servicing portfolios. This decrease in fee income was offset in part with gains from increased mortgage banking activity in the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared with the three months ended March 31, 2010. On a monthly basis, the Company’s Asset/Liability Committee recommends to senior management the retention or sale of residential mortgage loan production. In making that recommendation, the Committee evaluates the Company’s asset/liability needs, the level and direction of rates, the risk adjusted return on capital and the pricing of loan sales. Non-interest expense decreased $2.8 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from comparable period in 2010. The decrease in non-interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2011 is primarily the result of a decrease in loan work out expenses and foreclosed asset expenses. Total loans decreased $132.2 million for the period ended March 31, 2011 compared to March 31, 2010, primarily due to increased refinancing activity and increased loan payoffs compared to March 31, 2010.

Other

Other includes HSA Bank and Private Banking.

Other Results:

 

     For the three months ended
March 31,
 

(In thousands)

   2011     2010 (a)  

Net interest income

   $ 5,646      $ 4,150   

Provision for loan losses

     (44     (34
                

Net interest income after provision

     5,690        4,184   

Non-interest income

     5,862        5,297   

Non-interest expense

     10,160        9,579   
                

Income (loss) before income taxes

     1,392        (98

Income tax expense (benefit)

     384        (19
                

Net income (loss)

   $ 1,008      $ (79
                

Total assets at period end

   $ 210,122      $ 210,903   

Total loans at period end

     183,724        181,369   

Total deposits at period end

     1,059,638        852,301   
                

 

(a) Reclassified to conform to the 2011 presentation.

Net interest income increased $1.5 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The increase was primarily due to increased volume in HSA deposits. Non-interest income increased $0.6 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The increase is primarily due to an increase in HSA deposit service fees. Non-interest expense increased $0.6 million in the three months ended March 31, 2011 from the comparable period in 2010. The increase is a result of higher compensation and processing costs primarily due to growth in deposits as well as acquisition in new accounts. Total deposits increased $207.3 million for the period ended March 31, 2011, compared to March 31, 2010, of which $119.3 million related to seasonal deposit growth during the three months ended March 31, 2011. Total loans increased $2.4 million for the period ended March 31, 2011, compared to March 31, 2010.

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     For the three months ended
March 31,
 

(In thousands)

   2011     2010 (a)  

Net income (loss) from reportable segments

   $ 21,960      $ (7,341

Adjustments, net of taxes:

    

Corporate Treasury Unit

     1,758        4,761   

Allocation of provision for loan losses

     678        (1,384

Allocation of net interest income

     10,692        13,474   

Discontinued operations

     1,995        —     

Allocation of non-interest income

     589        954   

Allocation of non-interest expense

     (3,377     (9,043
                

Total Adjustments

     34,295        1,421   

Less: Net loss attributable to non-controlling interests

     (1     —     
                

Net income attributable to Webster Financial Corporation

   $ 34,296      $ 1,421   
                

 

(a) Reclassified to conform to the 2011 presentation.

Financial Condition

Webster had total assets of $18.0 billion at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010.

Total loans, net, of $10.7 billion at March 31, 2011, were flat when compared to December 31, 2010. This reflects an overall stabilizing of the economic conditions. Total deposits increased $515.9 million from December 31, 2010. The increase of $515.9 million reflects the Company’s deposits first focus, improved market conditions and the product redesign that the Company implemented during the fourth quarter 2010. Webster’s loan to deposit ratio improved to 75.9% at March 31, 2011, compared with 81.0% at December 31, 2010 and 77.9% at March 31, 2010.

At March 31, 2011, total equity of $1.8 billion was flat when compared to December 31, 2010. Changes in equity for the three months ended March 31, 2011 consisted of $0.9 million of dividends to common shareholders and $0.8 million of dividends to preferred shareholders, partially offset by $7.7 million of other comprehensive income and net income of $34.3 million. At March 31, 2011, the tangible capital ratio was 7.27% compared to 6.99% at December 31, 2010. See Note 10 of Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for information on Webster’s regulatory capital levels and ratios.

Investment Securities Portfolio

Webster, either directly or through Webster Bank, maintains through the Corporate Treasury Unit, an investment securities portfolio that is primarily structured to provide a source of liquidity for operating needs, to generate interest income and to provide a means to balance interest-rate sensitivity. The investment portfolio is classified into three major categories: available for sale, held-to-maturity and trading. At March 31, 2011, the combined investment securities portfolios of Webster and Webster Bank totaled $5.4 billion. On a tax-equivalent basis, the yield in the securities portfolio for the three months ended March 31, 2011 was 4.23% as compared to 4.32% for the year ended December 31, 2010. At December 31, 2010, Webster Bank’s portfolio consisted primarily of mortgage-backed and municipal securities held-to-maturity and mortgage-backed securities available for sale and Webster’s portfolio consisted primarily of equity securities available for sale. See Note 3 – Investment Securities in the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements contained elsewhere within this report for additional information.

Webster Bank may acquire, hold and transact various types of investment securities in accordance with applicable federal regulations and within the guidelines of its internal investment policy. The type of investments that it may invest in include: interest-bearing deposits of federally insured banks, federal funds, U.S. government treasury and agency securities, including mortgage-backed securities (“MBS”) and collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”), private issue MBSs and CMOs, commercial mortgage backed securities (“CMBS”), municipal securities, corporate debt, commercial paper, banker’s acceptances, trust preferred securities, mutual funds and equity securities subject to restrictions applicable to federally charted institutions.

Webster Bank has the ability to use the investment portfolio, as well as interest-rate financial instruments within internal policy guidelines, to hedge and manage interest-rate risk as part of its asset/liability strategy. See Note 12 – Derivative Financial Instruments in the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements contained elsewhere within this report for additional information concerning derivative financial instruments.

The securities portfolios are managed in accordance with regulatory guidelines and established internal corporate investment policies. These policies and guidelines include limitations on aspects such as investment grade, concentrations and investment type to help manage risk associated with investing in securities. While there may be no statutory limit on certain categories of

 

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investments, the OCC may establish an individual limit on such investments, if the concentration in such investments presents a safety and soundness concern.

Investment Securities

Total investment securities at March 31, 2011 decreased by $80.1 million from December 31, 2010. The available for sale securities portfolio decreased by $218.7 million primarily due to the paydown and sale of select agency MBS while the held-to-maturity portfolio increased by $138.6 million, primarily due to the purchases of longer duration agency MBS, CMOs, and CMBS.

A summary of the amortized cost, carrying value, and fair value of Webster’s investment securities, excluding trading securities, is presented below.

 

     March 31, 2011  
     Amortized
cost (a)(b)
     Recognized in OCI     Carrying
value
     Not Recognized in OCI     Fair value  

(Dollars in thousands)

      Gross
unrealized
gains
     Gross
unrealized
losses
       Gross
unrealized
gains
     Gross
unrealized
losses
   

Available for sale:

                  

U.S. Treasury Bills

   $ 200       $ —         $ —        $ 200       $ —         $ —        $ 200   

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”) - GSE

     1,199,247         12,069         (5,003     1,206,313         —           —          1,206,313   

Pooled trust preferred securities (a)

     62,756         1,862         (10,480     54,138         —           —          54,138   

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     50,892         66         (4,900     46,058         —           —          46,058   

Equity securities-financial

institutions (b)

     5,806         1,150         (152     6,804         —           —          6,804   

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     546,408         26,706         —          573,114         —           —          573,114   

Commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS)

     293,920         16,628         (2,066     308,482         —           —          308,482   
                                                            

Total available for sale

   $ 2,159,229       $ 58,481       $ (22,601   $ 2,195,109       $ —         $ —        $ 2,195,109   
                                                            

Held to maturity:

                  

Municipal bonds and notes

   $ 669,639         —           —        $ 669,639       $ 9,978       $ (14,644   $ 664,973   

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”) - GSE

     817,785         —           —          817,785         14,733         (191     832,327   

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     1,616,670         —           —          1,616,670         69,524         (6,282     1,679,912   

CMBS/Private Label MBS

     106,953         —           —          106,953         772         (215     107,510   
                                                            

Total held to maturity

   $ 3,211,047       $ —         $ —        $ 3,211,047       $ 95,007       $ (21,332   $ 3,284,722   
                                                            

Total investment securities

   $ 5,370,276       $ 58,481       $ (22,601   $ 5,406,156       $ 95,007       $ (21,332   $ 5,479,831   
                                                            

 

(a) Amortized cost is net of $21.3 million of credit related other-than-temporary impairments at March 31, 2011.
(b) Amortized cost is net of $21.6 million of other-than-temporary impairments at March 31, 2011.

 

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     December 31, 2010  
     Amortized
cost (a)(b)
     Recognized in OCI     Carrying
value
     Not Recognized in OCI     Fair value  
(Dollars in thousands)       Gross
unrealized
gains
     Gross
unrealized
losses
       Gross
unrealized
gains
     Gross
unrealized
losses
   

Available for sale:

                  

U.S. Treasury Bills

   $ 200       $ —         $ —        $ 200       $ —         $ —        $ 200   

Agency notes - GSE

     100,020         29         —          100,049         —           —          100,049   

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”) - GSE

     1,172,942         12,524         (6,307     1,179,159         —           —          1,179,159   

Pooled trust preferred securities (a)

     65,054         2,693         (14,558     53,189         —           —          53,189   

Single issuer trust preferred securities

     50,852         —           (8,577     42,275         —           —          42,275   

Equity securities-financial institutions (b)

     6,510         1,064         (233     7,341         —           —          7,341   

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     691,567         32,103         (88     723,582         —           —          723,582   

Commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS)

     296,730         14,736         (3,485     307,981         —           —          307,981   
                                                            

Total available for sale

   $ 2,383,875       $ 63,149       $ (33,248   $ 2,413,776       $ —         $ —        $ 2,413,776   
                                                            

Held to maturity:

                  

Municipal bonds and notes

   $ 670,287       $ —         $ —        $ 670,287       $ 7,978       $ (25,199   $ 653,066   

Agency collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”) - GSE

     643,189         —           —          643,189         13,292         (515     655,966   

Mortgage-backed securities - GSE

     1,707,893         —           —          1,707,893         77,204         (4,263     1,780,834   

CMBS/Private Label MBS

     51,084         —           —          51,084         825         —          51,909   
                                                            

Total held to maturity

   $ 3,072,453       $ —         $ —        $ 3,072,453       $ 99,299       $ (29,977   $ 3,141,775   
                                                            

Total investment securities

   $ 5,456,328       $ 63,149       $ (33,248   $ 5,486,229       $ 99,299       $ (29,977   $ 5,555,551   
                                                            

 

(a) Amortized cost is net of $26.3 million of credit related other-than-temporary impairments at December 31, 2010.
(b) Amortized cost is net of $21.7 million of other-than-temporary impairments at December 31, 2010.

For the three months ended March 31, 2011, the Federal Reserve maintained the Fed Funds rate flat at or below 0.25% in response to the economic downturn. Credit spreads were generally stable as the prospects for no change in the near-term for monetary policy triggered demand for higher yielding securities. Yields on U.S. Treasury securities rose slightly with the market anticipating the eventual rise in interest rates as the economy recovers and growth becomes sustainable without government assistance. These developments were generally positive for the credit sensitive portion of the investment portfolio.

For the three months ended March 31, 2011 the Company recorded no write-downs for other-than-temporary impairments of its available for sale securities. Overall, the Company had $1.2 billion in investment securities that were in an unrealized loss position of $43.9 million at March 31, 2011. Approximately $1.1 billion of this total had been in an unrealized loss position for less than twelve months while the remaining $0.1 billion had been in an unrealized loss position for twelve months or longer. These investment securities were evaluated by management and were determined not to be other-than-temporarily impaired. The Company does not have the intent to sell these investment securities, and the Company believes it is more-likely-than-not that it will not have to sell the security before the recovery of its cost basis. To the extent that changes in interest rates, credit movements and other factors that influence the fair value of investments occur, the Company may be required to record additional impairment charges for other-than-temporary impairment in future periods. At March 31, 2011, available for sale investment securities with a carrying value of $11.7 million had deferred the payment of interest; therefore the securities were placed into a non-accruing status. For additional information on the investment securities portfolio, see Note 3 of Notes to Condensed Financial Statements included elsewhere in this report.

Loan Portfolio

Total loans, net, were $10.7 billion at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010. For the three months ended March 31, 2011, there were $33.7 million in net charge-offs and $4.3 million in loans and leases transferred to foreclosed and repossessed properties.

Commercial loans (including commercial real estate) represented 46.0% of the loan portfolio at March 31, 2011, an increase from 45.4% at December 31, 2010 and a decrease from 46.2% at March 31, 2010. Residential mortgage loans represented 28.6% of the loan portfolio at March 31, 2011, an increase from 28.5% at December 31, 2010 and 26.5% at March 31, 2010. The remaining portion of the loan portfolio consisted of consumer loans, principally home equity loans and lines of credit.

 

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The following discussion highlights, by business segment, the lending activities in the various portfolios during the three months ended March 31, 2011. The loan balances disclosed for the various portfolios are inclusive of loan premiums, discounts and deferred fees. Please refer to Webster’s 2010 Annual Report on Form 10-K, pages 1 through 8, for a complete description of Webster’s lending activities by business segment and credit administration policies and procedures.

COMMERCIAL BANKING

Webster’s Commercial Banking group takes a direct relationship approach to providing lending, deposit and cash management services to middle-market companies in its franchise territory. Additionally, it serves as a primary referral source to wealth management and retail operations. The loan portfolio of the Commercial Banking group totaled $4.1 billion at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010. As of January 1, 2011, executive management realigned its business segment balances transferring the private banking operating unit from the commercial business segment to the other business segment. The 2010 balances have been adjusted for comparability to the 2011 presentation. The following discussion provides information regarding the components of the Commercial Banking group.

Middle-Market Banking

The Middle-Market group delivers Webster’s broad range of financial services to a diversified group of primarily privately held companies with revenues greater than $10 million, located within New England. Typical loan facilities include lines of credit for working capital, term loans to finance purchases of equipment and commercial real estate loans for owner-occupied buildings. The Middle-Market loan portfolio was $974.9 million at March 31, 2011 compared to $916.6 million at December 31, 2010. Total Middle-Market new loan originations were $83.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $19.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010. The increase in new loan originations is attributable to expanded business development efforts as the Company added additional officers to support the Company’s core business banking expansion.

Commercial Real Estate Lending

The Commercial Real Estate group provides variable rate and fixed rate financing alternatives (primarily in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania) for the purpose of acquiring, developing, constructing, improving or refinancing commercial real estate where the property is the primary collateral securing the loan and the income generated from the property is the primary repayment source. The commercial real estate portfolio totaled $1.5 billion at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010. Total new loan originations for the Commercial Real Estate portfolio were $34.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $11.1 million in the three months ended March 31, 2010.

At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, there were 4 and 5 construction related loans, respectively, employing bank funded interest reserves. Such reserves are established at the time of loan origination. The decision to establish a loan-funded interest reserve is made during the underwriting process and considers the feasibility of the project, the creditworthiness and expertise of the borrower, and the debt coverage provided by the real estate and other pledged collateral. The commitments on these loans totaled $75.7 million and $67.4 million and the loans had outstanding balances of $47.6 million and $40.4 million at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively. Contractually committed interest reserves for this loan type totaled $5.5 million and $3.8 million at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively. Interest income of $0.2 million was recognized during the three months ended March 31, 2011. Of the four loans, 1 has been modified. The modified loan was modified to reduce the remaining availability. The unmodified three loans are performing under the original terms as of March 31, 2011.

It is the Company’s policy to recognize income for this interest component as long as the project is progressing as agreed and if there has been no material deterioration in the financial standing of the borrower or the underlying project. Projects are subject to on-site inspections, as provided for in the loan agreements, throughout the life of the project. Inspections and reviews are performed upon a request for funding, which typically occurs every four to eight weeks. If there is monetary or non-monetary loan default, the Company will cease any interest accrual. At March 31, 2011, there were no situations where additional interest reserves were advanced to keep a loan from becoming non-performing.

Asset Based Lending

Webster Business Credit Corporation (“WBCC”) is Webster Bank’s asset-based lending subsidiary with headquarters in New York, New York and regional offices in the Northeast. Asset-based loans are generally secured by accounts receivable and inventories of the borrower and, in some cases, also include additional collateral such as property and equipment. The segment of the commercial portfolio underwritten by WBCC was $485.1 million at March 31, 2011 compared to $455.2 at December 31, 2010. The increase in loans is attributable to new loan originations and line usage. Total new loan originations for the asset-based lending portfolio were $46.5 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $7.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Equipment Financing

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by soliciting this business on a direct basis or through referrals from various equipment manufacturers, dealers and distributors with whom it has relationships. At March 31, 2011, the equipment financing portfolio was $643.4 million, compared to $710.9 million at December 31, 2010. Webster Capital Finance, Inc. originated $18.9 million in loans in the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $46.2 million in the three months ended March 31, 2010.

Industry Segment Banking

The Industry Segment Banking group delivers a broad range of financial services to the business segments where Webster Bank has specialty market knowledge (media, communications, and business services). It conducts its business development primarily in the Northeast with companies and sponsors. The Industry Segment Banking loan portfolio was $485.7 million at March 31, 2011 compared to $484.1 million at December 31, 2010. Total Industry Segment new loans originated were $41.8 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $33.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010.

RETAIL BANKING

Retail banking serves consumers and small businesses throughout New England and into Westchester County, New York, with a distribution network of 176 branches and 488 ATMs. Retail Banking provides a full range of internet and mobile banking services. Retail Banking includes Webster’s branch network, our Business & Professional Banking Division, Webster Investment Services (WIS) and the Customer Care Center.

Business and Professional Banking

Webster’s small business banking division (“BPB”) offers a full array of credit and deposit-related products targeted to small business and professional service firms with annual revenues up to $10 million. BPB works to build full customer relationships through branch-based efforts and directly through business bankers. At March 31, 2011, the BPB loan portfolio was $849.0 million compared to $847.5 million at December 31, 2010. Total new originations for BPB were $56.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $23.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010.

CONSUMER FINANCE

Residential Mortgage and Mortgage Banking

For the three months ended March 31, 2011, new residential mortgage loan originations totaled $126.3 million compared to $86.2 million for the same period ended March 31, 2010. Originations for loans sold or held for sale were $75.0 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011and $76.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010. At March 31, 2011, interest rates were increasing from historic lows; however, the mortgage pipeline was still strong, resulting in an increase in originations in the three months ended March 31, 2011 as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2010.

The residential mortgage loan continuing portfolio totaled $3.2 billion at March 31, 2011 compared with $3.1 billion at December 31, 2010. At March 31, 2011, approximately $869.3 million, or 27.6%, of the portfolio consisted of adjustable rate loans. Adjustable rate mortgage loans are offered at initial interest rates discounted from the fully-indexed rate. At March 31, 2011, approximately $2.3 billion, or 72.4%, of the residential mortgage loan portfolio consisted of fixed rate loans.

Consumer Lending

Consumer finance includes home equity loans and lines of credit and other consumer loans. At March 31, 2011, consumer loans within the continuing portfolio totaled $2.6 billion, a decrease of $40.1 million, compared to December 31, 2010. Total new loan originations were $118.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $33.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010.

OTHER

Private Banking

Webster Financial Advisors (“WFA”) is Webster Bank’s private bank that serves high net worth clients, not-for-profit organizations and business clients for asset management, trust, loan and deposit products and financial planning services. There were approximately $1.9 billion of client assets under management and administration at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010. These assets are not included in the Condensed Financial Statements. At March 31, 2011, the WFA loan portfolio was $183.7 million compared to $177.4 million at December 31, 2010. WFA provides commercial and consumer finance products to its clients. Webster Financial Advisors originated $22.6 million in loans for the three months ended March 31, 2011 compared to $6.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010.

 

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Asset Quality

Webster’s lending strategy focuses on direct relationship lending within its primary New England market area. The quality of the assets underwritten is an important factor in the successful operation of a financial institution. Management strives to maintain asset quality through its underwriting standards, servicing of loans and management of non-performing assets.

Non-performing assets, loan delinquency and credit losses are considered to be key measures of asset quality. Asset quality is one of the key factors in the determination of the level of the allowance for loan losses. See “Allowance for Loan Losses” contained elsewhere within this section for further information on the allowance.

Asset Quality information for the following periods:

 

     March  31,
2011
    December  31,
2010
 

(Dollars in thousands)

   Amount      %     Amount      %  

Nonaccrual loans (1)

   $ 151,796         52.3      $ 177,742         58.9   

Nonaccrual restructured loans (1)

     110,071         37.9        95,831         31.7   

Foreclosed and repossessed assets

     28,482         9.8        28,231         9.4   
                                  

Nonperforming assets

   $ 290,349         100.0      $ 301,804         100.0   
                                  

Loans 90 days or more past due and still accruing

   $ 97         $ 91      

Asset Quality Ratios:

          

Nonaccrual and restructured loans as a percentage of total loans

        2.38         2.48

Nonperforming assets as a percentage of:

          

Total assets

        1.62           1.67   

Total loans plus foreclosed property

        2.63           2.73   

Net charge-offs as a percentage of average loans (2)

        1.22           1.23   

Allowance for loan losses as a percentage of total loans

        2.71           2.92   

Ratio of allowance for loan losses to:

          

Net charge-offs (2)

        2.21        2.39

Nonaccrual and restructured loans

        1.14           1.18   
                      

 

(1) Nonaccrual balances exclude the impact of deferred costs and unamortized premiums.

 

(2) Annualized

Non-performing assets, loan delinquency and credit losses are considered to be key measures of asset quality. Asset quality is one of the key factors in the determination of the level of the allowance for loan losses. See “Allowance for Loan Losses Methodology” contained elsewhere within this section for further information on the allowance.

 

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Non-performing Assets

The following table details nonperforming assets for the periods presented:

 

(Dollars in thousands)

(In thousands)

   March 31, 2011      December 31, 2010  
   Amount (1)      % (2)      Amount (1)      % (2)  

Residential:

           

1-4 family

   $ 87,595         2.83       $ 91,556         2.96   

Permanent-NCLC

     6,844         40.00         6,724         27.28   

Construction

     1,311         4.19         849         3.75   

Consumer:

           

Home equity loans

     31,616         1.22         34,456         1.31   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     7,802         4.62         9,722         5.51   

Other consumer

     106         0.33         119         0.38   

Commercial:

           

Commercial non-mortgage

     40,534         2.37         34,365         2.08   

Asset-based loans

     5,062         1.05         7,832         1.72   

Commercial real estate:

           

Commercial real estate

     38,368         1.84         41,134         1.99   

Commercial construction

     8,727         11.72         10,856         14.53   

Residential development

     17,300         30.76         15,478         25.87   

Equipment Financing

     16,602         2.61         20,482         2.92   
                       

Total non-accrual loans

   $ 261,867          $ 273,573      
                       

Foreclosed and repossessed assets:

           

Residential and consumer

   $ 6,034          $ 6,731      

NCLC/Consumer

     1,003            444      

Commercial

     21,445            21,056      
                       

Total foreclosed and repossessed assets

   $ 28,482          $ 28,231      
                       

Total non-performing assets

   $ 290,349          $ 301,804      
                       

 

(1) Nonaccrual balances exclude the impact of net deferred costs and unamortized premiums.
(2) Represent the principal balance of past due loans as a percentage of the outstanding principal balance within the comparable loan category. The percentage excludes the impact of deferred costs and unamortized premiums.

It is Webster’s policy that all loans 90 or more days past due are placed in non-accruing status. There are, on occasion, circumstances that cause commercial loans to be placed in the 90 days and accruing category, for example, loans that are considered to be well secured and in the process of collection or renewal.

Non-performing loans were $261.9 million at March 31, 2011 compared to $273.6 million at December 31, 2010. Non-performing loans are defined as non-accruing loans. Non-performing assets (non-performing loans plus foreclosed and repossessed assets) from the continuing portfolios totaled $281.5 million, or 97.0% of total non-performing assets at March 31, 2011, as compared to $291.6 million, or 96.6% of total non-performing assets at December 31, 2010. There was $10.1 million of decline in the continuing portfolio, of which, $6.9 million (68.6%) was associated with the consumer business and $3.2 million (31.4%) was associated with the commercial business lines.

Non-performing loans in the indirect out of footprint home equity portfolio totaled $7.8 million at March 31, 2011 and $9.7 at December 31, 2010. There were $1.0 million of foreclosed and repossessed assets from the liquidating portfolio at March 31, 2011 compared to $0.4 million at December 31, 2010. Webster’s liquidating portfolios, consisting of indirect, out of footprint, home equity and national construction loans, had $169.0 million outstanding at March 31, 2011 compared to $423.9 million when the liquidating portfolios were established at December 31, 2007.

Interest on nonaccrual loans (continuing and liquidating portfolios) that would have been recorded as additional interest income for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010 had the loans been current in accordance with their original terms approximated $6.3 million and $6.9 million, respectively. See Note 1 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies in the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements contained elsewhere within this report for information concerning the nonaccrual loan policy.

 

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Impaired Loans

Webster individually reviews loans not expected to be collected in accordance with the original terms of the contractual agreement for impairment based on the fair value of expected cash flows or collateral. At March 31, 2011, the recorded investment balance of impaired loans totaled $616.4 million, including loans of $360.4 million with an impairment allowance of $37.9 million. Of the $616.4 million in impaired loans at March 31, 2011, $502.4 million were measured using the present value of expected cash flows and $114.0 million were measured using the fair value of associated collateral. Approximately 56.5% of the $114.0 million of the collateral dependent loans at March 31, 2011 relied on current third party appraisals to assist in measuring impairment. At December 31, 2010, the recorded investment balance of impaired loans totaled $595.1 million, including loans of $363.0 million with an impairment allowance of $36.0 million. Of the $595.1 million in impaired loans at December 31, 2010, $467.4 million were measured using the present value of expected cash flows and $127.7 million were measured using the fair value of associated collateral. Approximately 47.4% of the $127.7 million of the collateral dependent loans at December 31, 2010 relied on current third party appraisals to assist in measuring impairment. The increase in impaired loans is the result of an increase in troubled debt restructurings. The $616.4 million of impaired loans at March 31, 2011 included the recorded investment balance of $495.1 million of TDRs. The majority of troubled debt restructurings remain in the impaired population for the remaining life of the loan.

Any impaired loan for which no specific valuation allowance was necessary at March 31, 2011 is the result of either sufficient cash flow or sufficient collateral coverage, or previous charge off amounts that reduced the book value of the loan to an amount equal to or below the fair value of the collateral.

To the extent that the recovery of a loan balance is collateral dependent, the Company obtains an independent appraisal. The appraised value is reduced for selling costs and additional discounts for historical experience with foreclosed real estate and repossessed asset sales, if necessary, to determine the estimated fair value of the collateral. The fair value is then compared to the loan balance. Any shortfall in fair value is charged against the allowance for loan losses in the month the related appraisal is received. Since the fair value of the collateral considers selling costs and adjustments for historical experience with foreclosed real estate and repossessed asset sales, charge offs may be incurred that reduce a loan balance below appraised value. Accordingly, amounts are charged off to bring the loan balance to fair value. No partial or excess charge offs occur. The loan remains on non-performing status subsequent to recording a partial charge off. Non-performing loans, which have not been modified, may qualify to return to performing status if unpaid interest is less than 90 days past due and there is no potential for future loss of the outstanding principal. Generally, if the loan has been modified, payment must be received under the new terms for a period of no less than six months before returning to performing status.

Updated appraisals are obtained for a collateral dependent loan upon a borrower credit event (i.e. renewal or modification) or as part of the foreclosure proceedings. For commercial loans, an internal or third party valuation may be used if/when a loan moves to a substandard classification. Independent appraisals are obtained annually for commercial loans on non-accrual status. New appraisals may not be ordered if the most recent appraisal was obtained in the past twelve months or the loan amount is under $250,000 or other Financial Institutions Reform Recovery and Enforcement Act (“FIRREA”) acceptable real estate evaluations are permitted. The twelve month timeframe reflects Webster’s desire to obtain an appraisal as close to the foreclosure date, as possible, to ensure compliance with the court’s guidelines, which generally require appraisals not more than 30-90 days old. Appraisals, which are performed by independent, licensed appraisers, are requested by the Appraisal Department. A licensed in-house appraisal officer or qualified reviewer reviews the appraisals when there is significant decline in property value, for all foreclosed properties, for loans greater than 180 days past due and for loans over a certain threshold ($4 million for commercial loans and $0.4 million for residential and consumer loans). The Company’s appraisal officer or qualified reviewer reviews the appraisal for compliance with FIRREA and the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. For certain loans in the equipment financing portfolio, management will look to competitive bids or blue book values to estimate a value of the underlying collateral.

In the ordinary course of monitoring all loans, information may come to the Company’s attention that indicates the collateral value has declined further from the value established in the most recent appraisal. Such information may include prices on recent comparable property sales or internet based property valuation estimates. In cases where this other information is deemed reliable, and the impact of a further reduction in collateral value would result in a further loss to the Company, an increase to the allowance for loan losses is recorded to reflect the additional estimated collateral shortfall in the period it was identified. A charge-off is recorded when the shortfall is subsequently verified by an appraisal.

 

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Troubled Debt Restructurings

A modified loan is considered a TDR when two conditions are met: 1) the borrower is experiencing documented financial difficulty and 2) concessions are made by the Company that would not otherwise be considered for a borrower with similar credit. The most common types of modifications include below market interest rate reductions and maturity extensions. Modified terms are dependent upon the financial position and needs of the individual borrower, as the Company does not employ modification programs for temporary or trial periods. All modifications are permanent. The modified loan does not revert back to its original terms, even if the modified loan agreement is violated. If the modification agreement is violated, the loan is handled by the Company’s Restructuring and Recovery group for resolution, which may result in foreclosure.

The Company’s policy is to place all TDRs on non-accrual status for a minimum period of six months for consumer loans. Loans qualify for return to accrual status once they have demonstrated performance with the restructured terms of the loan agreement for a minimum of six months. Commercial TDRs are evaluated on a case by case basis. At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the majority of the Company’s TDRs are an accrual status. All TDRs are reported as impaired. The impaired classification may be removed if the borrower demonstrates compliance with the modified terms and the restructuring agreement specifies an interest rate equal to that which would be provided to a borrower with similar credit at the time of restructuring. At March 31, 2011, approximately 55% of the accruing TDRs have been performing in accordance with the restructured terms for more than one year. The majority of TDRs are classified as impaired loans and TDRs for the remaining life of the loan.

At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, the allowance for loan losses included specific reserves of $34.3 million and $30.7 million related to TDRs, respectively. For the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010, Webster charged off $10.4 million and $1.9 million for the portion of TDRs deemed to be uncollectible. The amount of additional funds committed to borrowers in TDR status was $13.5 million at March 31, 2011. This amount may be limited by contractual rights and/or the underlying collateral supporting the loan.

At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, TDRs approximated $456.9 million and $416.2 million, respectively

The increase in residential and consumer troubled debt restructurings reflect the impact of Webster’s continued mortgage assistance to keep borrowers in their homes. The increase in commercial troubled debt restructurings also reflect Webster’s effort to provide prudent financial solutions for those customers who were impacted by the economic conditions that have existed over the past few years. With regard to modifications of consumer and residential loans, consumer and residential borrowers are required to occupy the home collateralizing the loan as their principal residence, to act in good faith and evidence intent to stay current on their loan, and provide evidence of sufficient income to support modified mortgage payments. See Note 4-Loans, Net for a discussion of the amount of modified loans, modified loan characteristics and Webster’s evaluation of the success of its modification efforts.

Delinquent loans

The following table sets forth information regarding Webster’s over 30-day delinquent loans, excluding loans held for sale and nonaccrual loans:

 

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     March 31, 2011      December 31, 2010  

(Dollars in thousands)

   Principal
Balances
     %(1)      Principal
Balances
     %(1)  

Residential:

           

1-4 family

   $ 18,517         0.60       $ 20,987         0.68   

Permanent - NCLC

     563         3.29         —           —     

Construction

     —           —           526         2.32   

Consumer:

           

Home equity loans

     17,013         0.66         21,141         0.80   

Liquidating portfolio-home equity loans

     5,966         3.53         6,128         3.47   

Other consumer

     444         1.38         398         1.26   

Commercial:

           

Commercial non-mortgage

     8,746         0.51         5,201         0.31   

Commercial real estate:

           

Commercial real estate

     22,229         1.07         11,006         0.53   

Residential development

     —           —           194         0.32   

Equipment Financing

     10,520         1.65         7,937         1.13   
                                   

Total loans past due 30-89 days

   $ 83,998         0.77       $ 73,518         0.67   
                                   

Past due 90 days or more and accruing:

           

Commercial non-mortgage

   $ 97          $ 91         —     
                             

Total loans past due 90 days and still accruing

   $ 97          $ 91      
                       

Total over 30-day delinquent loans

   $ 84,095          $ 73,609      
                       

 

(1) Represents the principal balance of past due loans as a percentage of the outstanding principal balance within the comparable loan portfolio category. The percentage excludes the impact of deferred costs and unamortized premiums.

As previously noted, non-performing loans decreased as a percentage of the total loan portfolio at March 31, 2011. Similarly, non-performing assets, as a percentage of total assets, decreased compared to December 31, 2010. As a percentage of total loans, loans between 30 and 90 days delinquent were 0.77% and 0.67% at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively.

Allowance for Loan Losses Methodology

The allowance for loan losses and the reserve for unfunded credit commitments are maintained at a level estimated by management to provide for probable losses inherent in the loan portfolio. Probable losses are estimated based upon a quarterly review of the loan portfolio, which includes past loss experience, specific problem loans, economic conditions and other pertinent factors which, in management’s judgment, deserve current recognition in estimating inherent losses. In assessing the specific risks inherent in the portfolio, management takes into consideration the risk of loss associated with nonaccrual loans, criticized loans and watch list loans including an analysis of the collateral for such loans. Webster’s Credit Risk Management Committee meets on a quarterly basis to review and conclude on the adequacy of the allowance and the results are reviewed by executive management.

Management considers the adequacy of the allowance for loan losses a critical accounting policy. The adequacy of the allowance for loan losses is subject to judgment in its determination. Actual loan losses could differ materially from management’s estimate if actual conditions differ significantly from the assumptions utilized. These factors and conditions include the general economic conditions within Webster’s market and nationally, trends within industries where the loan portfolio is concentrated, real estate values, and the financial condition and performance of individual borrowers. While management believes the allowance for loan losses is adequate as of March 31, 2011, actual results may prove different and these differences could be significant.

Webster’s methodology for assessing the appropriateness of the allowance consists of several key elements. The loan portfolio is segmented into pools of loans that are similar in type and risk characteristic. These pools are tracked over time and historic delinquency, nonaccrual and loss information is collected and analyzed. In addition, problem loans are identified and analyzed individually on an ongoing basis to detect specific probable losses. Webster reviews industry delinquency, nonaccrual and loss data for the same portfolio segments for comparison purposes.

Probable losses in the portfolio are estimated by calculating formula allowances for homogeneous pools of loans and classified loans and specific allowances for impaired loans. The formula allowance is calculated by applying loss factors to the loan pools based on historic default and loss rates, internal risk ratings, and

 

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other risk-based characteristics. Changes in risk ratings, and other risk factors, from period to period for both performing and non-performing loans affect the calculation of the formula allowance. Loss factors are based on Webster’s loss experience, and may be adjusted for significant conditions that, in management’s judgment, affect the collectability of the portfolio as of the evaluation date. The following is considered when determining probable losses: historic loss levels, internal risk ratings, concentrations, collateral values, recent portfolio trends, and market factors.

The allowance for loan losses incorporates the range of probable outcomes as part of the loss estimation process, as well as an estimate of loss representing inherent risk not captured in quantitative modeling and methodologies. These factors include, but are not limited to; imprecision in loss estimate methodologies and models, internal asset quality trends, changes in portfolio characteristics and loan mix, significant volatility in historic loss experience, and the uncertainty associated with industry trends, economic uncertainties and other external factors.

At March 31, 2011, the allowance for loan losses was $297.9 million, or 2.71% of the total loan portfolio, and 113.8% of total non-performing loans. This compares with an allowance of $321.7 million or 2.92% of the total loan portfolio, and 117.6% of total non-performing loans at December 31, 2010. Gross charge-offs for the three months ended March 31, 2011 were $37.9 million and consisted of $3.4 million in gross charges for residential loans, $15.0 million for consumer loans, $11.1 million for commercial loans, $7.3 million for commercial real estate loans and $1.1 million for equipment financing loans. Gross charge-offs decreased by $5.2 million during the three months ended March 31, 2011 when compared to charge-offs of $43.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2010. The decrease in charge-off activity reflects a focus on loss mitigation for non-performing loans and portfolio performance for the three months ended March 31, 2011. The allowance for loan losses does not include the reserve for unfunded credit commitments that is discussed in the following paragraph. The decrease in the allowance for credit losses year over year reflects the need for decreased allowance levels in light of improved economic conditions across all lines of business.

The allowance for credit losses analysis includes consideration of the risks associated with unfunded loan commitments and letters of credit. These commitments are converted to estimates of potential loss using loan equivalency factors, and include internal and external historic loss experience. At March 31, 2011, the reserve for unfunded credit commitments was $9.1 million. This compares with a reserve for unfunded credit commitments of $9.4 million at December 31, 2010.

The following table provides detail of activity in the Company’s allowance for loan losses for the three months ended March 31, 2011 and 2010:

 

     March 31, 2011  

(In thousands)

   Residential     Consumer     Commercial     Commercial
Real Estate
    Equipment
Financing
    Unallocated     Total  

Allowance for loan losses:

              

Balance, beginning of period

   $ 30,792      $ 95,071      $ 74,470      $ 77,695      $ 21,637      $ 22,000      $ 321,665   

Provision (benefit) charged to expense

     669        8,525        4,144        827        (2,165     (2,000     10,000   

Losses charged off

     (3,350     (14,988     (11,111     (7,360     (1,134       (37,943

Recoveries

     128        1,213        1,416        —          1,469          4,226   
                                                        

Balance, end of period

   $ 28,239      $ 89,821      $ 68,919      $ 71,162      $ 19,807      $ 20,000      $ 297,948   
                                                        

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment

   $ 14,134      $ 3,623      $ 9,612      $ 10,536      $ 2      $ —        $ 37,907   
                                                        

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment

   $ 14,105      $ 86,198      $ 59,307      $ 60,626      $ 19,805      $ 20,000      $ 260,041   
                                                        

 

     March 31, 2010  

(In thousands)

   Residential     Consumer     Commercial     Commercial
Real Estate
    Equipment
Financing
    Unallocated      Total  

Allowance for loan losses:

               

Balance, beginning of period

   $ 26,895      $ 102,017      $ 88,406      $ 74,753      $ 29,113      $ 20,000       $ 341,184   

Provision charged to expense

     5,449        19,259        6,631        6,955        2,706        2,000         43,000   

Losses charged off

     (4,525     (19,211     (7,640     (6,592     (5,107     —           (43,075

Recoveries

     382        659        769        —          952        —           2,762   
                                                         

Balance, end of period

   $ 28,201      $ 102,724      $ 88,166      $ 75,116      $ 27,664      $ 22,000       $ 343,871   
                                                         

Ending balance: individually evaluated for impairment

   $ 8,518      $ 1,836      $ 14,900      $ 5,681      $ 423      $ —         $ 31,358   
                                                         

Ending balance: collectively evaluated for impairment

   $ 19,683      $ 100,888      $ 73,266      $ 69,435      $ 27,241      $ 22,000       $ 312,513   
                                                         

 

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A summary of annualized net charge-offs to average outstanding loans by category follows:

 

     Three months ended
March 31,
 
     2011     2010  

Net charge-offs

    

Residential

     0.41     0.57

Consumer

     1.94        2.48   

Commercial

     1.78        1.34   

Commercial real estate

     1.34        1.22   

Equipment financing

     (0.19     1.91   
                

Total net charge-offs to total average loans

     1.22     1.47
                

Federal Home Loan Bank and Federal Reserve Bank Stock

The Bank is a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank System, which consists of twelve district Federal Home Loan Banks, each subject to the supervision and regulation of the Federal Housing Finance Agency. As of March 31, 2011, the Bank had $93.2 million of capital stock invested in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston (FHLB). Capital stock is required in order for the Bank to access advances and other extensions of credit for liquidity and funding purposes. The capital stock investment is restricted in that there is no market for it, and it can only be redeemed by the FHLB. Based on requirements to hold a certain amount of capital stock for membership and for advances and other extensions of credit, the Bank was required to hold $44.1 million of FHLB stock on March 31, 2011 and $65.8 million on December 31, 2010. The system as a whole and the FHLB remain AAA-rated. On February 22, 2011 the FHLB declared a dividend equal to an annual yield of 0.30%. The Bank continues to monitor the FHLB’s financial condition and progress towards its ability to redeem excess stock.

As of March 31, 2011, the Bank had $50.7 million of capital stock invested in the Federal Reserve Bank (FRB). Webster is required to have FRB stock equal to 6% of its capital and surplus of which 50% is paid. The remaining 50% is subject to call when deemed necessary by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. The capital stock investment is restricted in that there is no market for it, and it can only be redeemed by the FRB. The FRB pays a dividend of 6% annualized. There is no expectation of any change in this payment rate and no OTTI recorded in the period.

Deposits

Total deposits increased $515.9 million to $14.1 billion at March 31, 2011 from $13.6 billion at December 31, 2010. Deposits increased $0.1 billion from $14.0 billion at March 31, 2010.

Borrowings and Other Debt Obligations

Total borrowed funds, including long-term debt, decreased $0.6 billion to $1.8 billion at March 31, 2011 compared to $2.4 billion at December 31, 2010, and decreased $0.2 billion from $2.0 billion at March 31, 2010. Borrowings represented 10.2% and 13.5% of assets at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively, and 11.2% at March 31, 2010. See Notes 7, 8 and 9 of Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information.

 

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Asset/Liability Management and Market Risk

Interest rate risk is the sensitivity of earnings to changes in interest rates and the sensitivity of the economic value of interest-sensitive assets and liabilities over short-term and long-term time horizons. The Asset/Liability Management Committee manages interest rate risk to maximize net income and net economic value over time in changing interest rate environments, within limits set by the Board of Directors. Management measures interest rate risk using simulation analyses to measure earnings and equity at risk. Earnings at risk are defined as the change in earnings from a base scenario due to changes in interest rates. Earnings simulation analysis incorporates assumptions about balance sheet changes such as asset and liability growth, loan and deposit pricing and changes to the mix of assets and liabilities. Equity at risk is defined as the change in the net economic value of assets and liabilities due to changes in interest rates compared to a base net economic value. Economic value is measured as the net present value of future cash flows. Key assumptions in both Earnings and Equity at risk include the behavior of interest rates and spreads, prepayment speeds and the run-off of deposits. From these interest rate risk measures, interest rate risk is quantified and appropriate strategies are formulated and implemented.

Interest rate risk simulation analyses cannot precisely measure the impact that higher or lower rate environments will have on net income or net economic value. Actual results will differ from simulated results due to timing, magnitude and frequency of interest rate changes, changes in cash flow patterns and market conditions, as well as changes in management’s strategies. Results may also vary based upon actual customer loan and deposit behaviors as compared with those simulated. These simulations assume that management does not take any action to mitigate any negative effects from changing interest rates.

The following table summarizes the estimated impact that gradual parallel changes in interest rates of 100 and 200 basis points over a twelve month period starting March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010 might have on Webster’s net income for the subsequent twelve month period.

 

     -200bp      -100bp      +100 bp     +200 bp  

March 31, 2011

     N/A         N/A         +0.4     +1.5

December 31, 2010

     N/A         N/A         -0.1     0.0

Interest rates are assumed to change up or down in a parallel fashion and net income results are compared to a flat rate scenario as a base. The flat rate scenario holds the end of period yield curve constant over a twelve month forecast horizon. Webster is within policy limits for all scenarios. The flat rate scenario at the end of 2010 assumed a federal funds rate of .25%. The flat rate scenario as of March 31, 2011 assumed a federal funds rate of .25%. The decrease in sensitivity to higher rates since year end is primarily due to derivatives transactions, and increases in fixed rate term funding and long term time deposits. As the federal funds rate was at .25% on March 31, 2011, the -100 and -200 basis point scenarios have been excluded.

The following table summarizes the estimated impact that immediate non-parallel changes in interest rates might have on Webster’s net income for the subsequent twelve month period starting March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010.

 

     Short End of the Yield Curve     Long End of the Yield Curve  
     -100bp      -50bp      +50bp     +100bp     -100bp     -50bp     +50bp     +100bp  

March 31, 2011

     N/A         N/A         -1.8     -2.8     -8.6     -4.0     +2.4     +4.2

December 31, 2010

     N/A         N/A         -2.7     -4.5     -9.4     -4.3     +3.1     +5.3

The non-parallel scenarios are modeled with the short end of the yield curve moving up or down 50 and 100 basis points while the long end of the yield curve remains unchanged and vice versa. The short end of the yield curve is defined as terms less than 18 months and the long end is terms of greater than 18 months. Webster’s net income generally benefits from a rise in long term interest rates since more new and existing assets than liabilities are tied to long term rates. A decline in long term interest rates has the opposite effect and is relatively greater in the -100 basis point scenario due to an acceleration of mortgage related asset prepayments. Webster’s net income generally benefits from a fall in short term interest rates since more new and existing liabilities than assets are tied to short term rates over a twelve month period. The ultimate benefit Webster derives from this mismatch is dependent on the pricing elasticity of its large managed rate core deposit base. An increase in short term interest rates has the opposite effect on net income. The primary drivers of decreases in short end sensitivity are derivatives transactions and increases in fixed rate term funding and long term retail time deposits. The primary driver of the increase in long end sensitivity is lower prevailing market residential mortgage rates. In this slow growth, low earnings environment, base case earnings have been adjusted higher to reflect more normalized credit losses. Webster is within policy for all scenarios.

 

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The following table summarizes the estimated economic value of assets, liabilities and off-balance sheet contracts at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010 and the projected change to economic values if interest rates instantaneously increase or decrease by 100 basis points.

 

(Dollars in thousands)

   Book
Value
     Estimated
Economic
Value
     Estimated Economic
Value Change
 
         -100 BP      +100 BP  

March 31, 2011

           

Assets

   $ 17,964,946       $ 17,890,364         N/A       $ (437,808

Liabilities

     16,140,316         15,689,103         N/A         (348,825
                             

Net

   $ 1,824,630       $ 2,201,261         N/A       $ (88,983

Net change as % base net economic value

              (4.0 )% 

December 31, 2010

           

Assets

   $ 18,038,068       $ 18,000,818         N/A       $ (448,459

Liabilities

     16,255,002         15,864,049         N/A         (330,678
                             

Net

   $ 1,783,066       $ 2,136,769         N/A       $ (117,781

Net change as % base net economic value

              (5.5 )% 

The book value of assets exceeded the estimated economic value at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010 because the equity at risk model assigns no value to goodwill and other intangible assets, which totaled $549.8 million and $551.2 million, respectively.

Changes in net economic value are primarily driven by changing durations of assets and liabilities which are caused by changes in the level of interest rates, spreads and volatilities. Changes in rates, spreads, volatility and on and off-balance sheet composition have reduced equity at risk at March 31, 2011 versus December 31, 2010 in the +100 basis point scenarios as seen in the table above. The primary drivers of the reduction in equity at risk sensitivity are derivatives transactions, increases in fixed rate term funding and long term time deposits. Due to the low level of interest rates, the -100 basis point scenario has been excluded.

These net income and economic values estimates assume that management does not take any action to mitigate any positive or negative effects from changing interest rates. The estimates are subject to factors that could cause actual results to differ. Management believes that Webster’s interest rate risk position at March 31, 2011 represents a reasonable level of risk given the current interest rate outlook. Management is prepared to act in the event that interest rates do change rapidly.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Liquidity management allows Webster to meet cash needs at a reasonable cost under various operating environments. Liquidity at Webster and Webster Bank is actively managed and reviewed in order to maintain stable, cost effective funding to promote strength in its balance sheet. Liquidity comes from a variety of sources such as the cash flow from operating activities including principal and interest payments on loans and investments, unpledged securities which can be sold or utilized to secure funding and by the ability to attract new deposits. Webster has a commitment to maintain a strong, increasing base of core deposits to support growth in its loan portfolios.

Webster’s primary sources of liquidity at the parent company level are dividends from Webster Bank, investment income and net proceeds from borrowings, investment sales and capital offerings. The main uses of liquidity are the payment of principal and interest to holders of senior notes and capital securities, the payment of dividends to common and preferred shareholders, repurchases of Webster’s common stock and purchases of available for sale securities. There are certain restrictions on the payment of dividends by Webster Bank to the Company, which are described in the section captioned “Supervision and Regulation” in Item 1 as previously disclosed in Webster’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010. At March 31, 2011, there were $28.9 million of retained earnings available for the payment of dividends by the Bank to the Company.

During the three months ended March 31, 2011, a total of 10,652 shares of common stock were repurchased at a cost of approximately $236 thousand. All of the repurchased shares were done in the open market to fund equity compensation plans.

 

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At March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, FHLB advances outstanding totaled $0.4 billion and $0.8 billion, respectively. Webster Bank had additional borrowing capacity from the FHLB of approximately $1.6 billion and $1.3 billion at March 31, 2011 and December 31, 2010, respectively. In addition, unpledged securities could have been used to increase borrowing capacity at the FHLB by an additional $2.0 billion at March 31, 2011 or used to collateralize other borrowings, such as repurchase agreements. At March 31, 2011, Webster Bank also had additional borrowing capacity from unused collateral at the Federal Reserve of $551.4 million.

Webster Bank is required by regulations adopted by the OCC to maintain liquidity sufficient to ensure safe and sound operations. Adequate liquidity, as assessed by the OCC, may vary from institution to institution depending on such factors as the overall asset/liability structure, market conditions, competition and the nature of the institution’s deposit and loan customers. At March 31, 2011 Webster Bank exceeded all regulatory requirements.

Applicable OCC regulations require Webster Bank, as a commercial bank, to satisfy certain minimum leverage and risk-based capital requirements. As an OCC regulated commercial institution, it is also subject to a minimum tangible capital requirement. At March 31, 2010, Webster Bank was in full compliance with all applicable capital requirements and met the FDIC requirements for a “well capitalized” institution. As of June 30, 2010, Webster Bank, N.A. became subject to individual minimum capital ratios. Webster Bank, N.A. is required to maintain a Tier 1 leverage ratio of at least 7.5% of adjusted total assets and a total risk-based capital ratio of at least 12% of risk weighted assets. The Bank exceeded these requirements since imposition and at March 31, 2011. See Note 10 – Regulatory Matters of Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements contained elsewhere within this report for further information concerning regulatory capital.

The liquidity position of the Company is continuously monitored and adjustments are made to the balance between sources and uses of funds as deemed appropriate. Management is not aware of any events that are reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on the Company’s liquidity, capital resources or operations. In addition, management is not aware of any regulatory recommendations regarding liquidity, which if implemented would have a material adverse effect on the Company. Webster has a detailed liquidity contingency plan which is designed to respond to liquidity concerns in a prompt and comprehensive manner. It is designed to provide early detection of potential problems and details specific actions required to address liquidity stress scenarios.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

In the normal course of operations, Webster engages in a variety of financial transactions that, in accordance with GAAP, are not recorded in the financial statements, or are recorded in amounts that differ from the notional amounts. These transactions involve, to varying degrees, elements of credit, interest rate and liquidity risk. Such transactions are used for general corporate purposes or for customer needs. Corporate purpose transactions are used to help manage credit, interest rate and liquidity risk or to optimize capital. Customer transactions are used to manage customers’ requests for funding.

For the three months ended March 31, 2011, Webster did not engage in any off-balance sheet transactions that would have a material effect on its condensed consolidated financial condition.

 

ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

Information regarding quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risk appears under Item 2, “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations”, beginning on page 71 under the caption “Asset/Liability Management and Market Risk”.

 

ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

As of March 31, 2011, the Company carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of the Company’s management, including its Chief Executive Officer and its Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) or 15d-15(e) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934). Based on this evaluation, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of March 31, 2011 for recording, processing, summarizing and reporting the information the Company is required to disclose in the reports it files under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms. There was no change in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

 

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PART II. – OTHER INFORMATION

 

ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Webster is engaged in the material pending legal proceedings described below. We are also involved in routine legal proceedings occurring in the ordinary course of business. Although the ultimate outcome of any legal matter cannot be predicted with certainty, based on present information and taking into consideration current reserves, we believe that existing litigation matters will not have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial condition.

Broadwin Condominium Matter

As reported previously, Webster Bank is involved in litigation brought in the Court of Common Pleas of Franklin County, Ohio, with Community Building Systems, Inc., the developer of the Broadwin condominium conversion project in Columbus, Ohio, and 24 original unit purchasers in the project. The Broadwin project credit was structured as 24 individual loans to the unit purchasers with the project developer guaranteeing repayment of the loans to Webster Bank. In a complaint filed on June 13, 2007, the project developer, who was later joined by its principal and the building owner, sought damages, declaratory relief and specific performance in connection with Webster Bank’s refusal to continue to fund certain construction draws. In an amended complaint filed on August 27, 2007, sixteen of the unit purchasers and the owner of the condominium building and principal of the developer joined the developer as plaintiffs. Webster Bank asserted a counterclaim on October 31, 2007 seeking to recover the $5 million of loans it had funded.

On May 28, 2010, a jury verdict was rendered in favor of the developer and against Webster Bank for $5.3 million in compensatory damages and $9.9 million in punitive damages plus attorney fees, and in favor of the remaining unit purchasers (some having previously settled with Webster Bank) for $1.4 million in compensatory damages and $2.3 million in punitive damages plus attorney fees. On June 29, 2010, judgment was entered by the Court in favor of the developer, its principal and the building owner and against Webster Bank for the amounts stipulated by the jury. On August 4, 2010, the Court’s Magistrate rendered a decision denying plaintiffs’ motions for prejudgment interest, and granting plaintiffs’ motions to set attorney fees by establishing $0.5 million as the fee amount. The Court entered judgment on that decision on March 30, 2011, adopting the decision of the Magistrate except as to the attorney fee award to counsel for the unit purchasers, which the Court reduced.

On July 13, 2010, Webster Bank filed a motion in the Court of Common Pleas seeking to set aside the jury verdicts and enter judgment in its favor notwithstanding the verdicts or, in the alternative, a new trial, on the claims as to which the Court had entered judgment up to that point. On October 20, 2010, Webster Bank filed a motion in the Court of Common Pleas seeking to set aside the jury verdicts in favor of the unit purchasers and enter judgment in its favor notwithstanding the verdicts or, in the alternative, a new trial on their claims and on its counterclaim.

On February 17, 2011, after conducting an oral hearing, the Court denied the Webster Bank motions seeking to set aside the jury verdicts and enter judgment in its favor notwithstanding those verdicts or, in the alternative, a new trial. The Court entered judgment denying those motions on March 8, 2011. On March 30, 2011, the Court entered judgment on the jury verdicts in favor of the unit purchasers for the amounts awarded by the jury.

On April 6, 2011, Webster Bank filed an appeal in the Court of Appeals for Franklin County, Ohio, seeking to reverse and vacate all of the judgments. Webster Bank expects to take whatever other steps are appropriate to resolve the litigation. As a result of the jury’s verdict in the case, Webster recorded a reserve for the full $19.0 million aggregate verdict in the second quarter of 2010 and an additional estimated amount for expenses.

Overdraft Fee Matters

Webster Bank was a defendant in two separate actions arising from its assessment and collection of overdraft fees on its checking account customers. Both actions are now concluded. The first complaint was filed in the Superior Court of Connecticut, Judicial District of Waterbury on April 29, 2010 (the “Connecticut Action”) and alleged that certain Webster Bank practices, including the posting of electronic debit card transactions, were inadequately disclosed to customers and were unfairly used by Webster for the purpose of generating revenue by maximizing the number of overdrafts a customer is assessed. The Connecticut Action initially sought the certification of a class of checking account holders residing in Connecticut and who have incurred at least one overdraft fee, injunctive relief, compensatory, punitive and treble damages and attorneys’ fees.

The second complaint was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on May 21, 2010 (the “SDNY Action”) and alleged that Webster Bank engaged in certain unfair practices in the posting of electronic debit card transactions from highest to lowest dollar amount. The SDNY Action sought the certification of a national class, consisting of all Webster Bank checking account holders and a subclass of Webster Bank’s Connecticut customers, each of whom has incurred at least one overdraft fee, declaratory relief, compensatory and punitive damages and attorney’s fees. Webster believes the claims set forth in both Actions are without merit.

 

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On October 18, 2010, the SDNY Action was transferred by the United States Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation to the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

The allegations in the Connecticut Action were amended on September 8, 2010, to include a national class of Webster Bank checking account customers and to assert a new federal statutory claim. On September 9, 2010, Webster Bank removed the Connecticut Action to the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut.

On September 28, 2010, Webster Bank entered into an agreement to settle the Connecticut Action. While Webster Bank continues to believe its practices were both proper and lawful, Webster Bank agreed to pay $2.8 million fully and finally to resolve the Connecticut Action, and to avoid any further expense and distraction occasioned by the litigation. On March 28, 2011, the Court approved the settlement, resolving the case. Thereafter, the SDNY Action was dismissed with prejudice.

 

ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS

During the three months ended March 31, 2011 there were no material changes to the risk factors as previously disclosed in Webster’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010.

 

ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

 

(c) The following table provides information with respect to any purchase made by or on behalf of Webster or any “affiliated purchaser”, as defined in Rule 10b-18(a)(3) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, of shares of Webster common stock.

 

Period

   Total Number of
Shares
Purchased
     Average Price
Paid Per Share
     Total Number of
Shares Purchased
as Part of Publicly
Announced Plans
or Programs
     Maximum Number of
Shares that May Yet Be
Purchased under the
Plans or Programs (1)
 

January 1 – 31, 2011

     2,941         21.26         —           2,111,200   

February 1-28, 2011

     5,544         22.92         —           2,111,200   

March 1-31, 2011

     2,167         21.53         —           2,111,200   

Total

     10,652         22.17         —           2,111,200   

 

(1) The Company’s current stock repurchase program, which was announced on September 26, 2007, authorized the Company to purchase up to an additional 5% of Webster’s common stock outstanding at the time of authorization, or 2.7 million shares. The program will remain in effect until fully utilized or until modified, superseded or terminated. All 10,652 shares repurchased during the three months ended March 31, 2011 were repurchased outside of the repurchase program in the open market to fund equity compensation plans.

 

ITEM 3. DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES

Not applicable.

 

ITEM 4. [REMOVED AND RESERVED]

 

ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION

Not applicable.

 

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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS

 

  3.1    Second Restated Certificate of Incorporation (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 29, 2000 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.2    Certificate of Amendment (filed as Exhibit 3.2 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 29, 2000 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.3    Certificate of Amendment of Second Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Webster Financial Corporation (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on December 11, 2009 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.4    Certificate of Designations establishing the rights of the Company’s 8.50% Series A Non-Cumulative Perpetual Convertible Preferred Stock (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 11, 2008 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.5    Certificate of Designations establishing the rights of the Company’s Fixed Rate Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series B (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on November 24, 2008 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.6    Certificate of Designations establishing the rights of the Company’s Perpetual Participating Preferred Stock, Series C (filed as exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 31, 2009 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.7    Certificate of Designations establishing the rights of the Company’s Non-Voting Perpetual Participating Preferred Stock, Series D (filed as exhibit 3.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 31, 2009 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.8    Bylaws, as amended effective July 27, 2009 (filed as Exhibit 3.8 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 1, 2010 and incorporated herein by reference).
31.1    Certification pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, signed by the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.
31.2    Certification pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, signed by the Company’s Chief Financial Officer.
32.1    Written Statement pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as created by section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, signed by the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.
32.2    Written Statement pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as created by section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, signed by the Company’s Chief Financial Officer.
101+ ++    The following materials from the Webster Financial Corporation, Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2011 formatted in eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL): (i) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, (ii) the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, (iii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows and (iv) related notes, tagged as blocks of text.

 

 

+ This exhibit shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
++ 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 and Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

 

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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.

 

    WEBSTER FINANCIAL CORPORATION
     

Registrant

Date: May 4, 2011     By:   /s/ James C. Smith
      James C. Smith
      Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Date: May 4, 2011     By:   /s/ Gerald P. Plush
      Gerald P. Plush
      Vice Chairman and
      Chief Operating Officer
      (Principal Financial Officer)
Date: May 4, 2011     By:   /s/ Gregory S. Madar
      Gregory S. Madar
      Senior Vice President and
      Chief Accounting Officer
      (Principal Accounting Officer)

 

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EXHIBIT INDEX

 

  3.1    Second Restated Certificate of Incorporation (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 29, 2000 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.2    Certificate of Amendment (filed as Exhibit 3.2 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 29, 2000 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.3    Certificate of Amendment of Second Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Webster Financial Corporation (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on December 11, 2009 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.4    Certificate of Designations establishing the rights of the Company’s 8.50% Series A Non-Cumulative Perpetual Convertible Preferred Stock (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on June 11, 2008 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.5    Certificate of Designations establishing the rights of the Company’s Fixed Rate Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series B (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on November 24, 2008 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.6    Certificate of Designations establishing the rights of the Company’s Perpetual Participating Preferred Stock, Series C (filed as exhibit 3.1 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 31, 2009 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.7    Certificate of Designations establishing the rights of the Company’s Non-Voting Perpetual Participating Preferred Stock, Series D (filed as exhibit 3.2 to the Company’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on July 31, 2009 and incorporated herein by reference).
  3.8    Bylaws, as amended effective July 27, 2009 (filed as Exhibit 3.8 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the SEC on March 1, 2010 and incorporated herein by reference).
31.1    Certification pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, signed by the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.
31.2    Certification pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, signed by the Company’s Chief Financial Officer.
32.1    Written Statement pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as created by section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, signed by the Company’s Chief Executive Officer.
32.2    Written Statement pursuant to 18 U.S.C. § 1350, as created by section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, signed by the Company’s Chief Financial Officer.
101+ ++    The following materials from the Webster Financial Corporation, Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2011 formatted in eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL): (i) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, (ii) the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, (iii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows and (iv) related notes, tagged as blocks of text.

 

 

+ This exhibit shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
++ 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 and Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

 

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