ServisFirst Bancshares, Inc. Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

Note 11 - Fair Value Measurement

Note 11 - Fair Value Measurement

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2019

Notes to Financial Statements

Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]

NOTE

- FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENT

Measurement of fair value under U.S. GAAP establishes a hierarchy that prioritizes observable and unobservable inputs used to measure fair value, as of the measurement date, into

three

broad levels, which are described below:

Level 1:	Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets that are accessible at the measurement date for assets or liabilities. The fair value hierarchy gives the highest priority to Level 1 inputs.
Level 2:	Observable prices that are based on inputs not quoted on active markets, but corroborated by market data.
Level 3:	Unobservable inputs are used when little or no market data is available. The fair value hierarchy gives the lowest priority to Level 3 inputs.

In determining fair value, the Company utilizes valuation techniques that maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs to the extent possible and also considers counterparty credit risk in its assessment of fair value.

Debt Securities.

Where quoted prices are available in an active market, securities are classified within Level

of the hierarchy. Level

securities include highly liquid government securities such as U.S. Treasuries and exchange-traded equity securities. For securities traded in secondary markets for which quoted market prices are

not

available, the Company generally relies on pricing services provided by independent vendors. Such independent pricing services are to advise the Company on the carrying value of the securities available for sale portfolio. As part of the Company’s procedures, the price provided from the service is evaluated for reasonableness given market changes. When a questionable price exists, the Company investigates further to determine if the price is valid. If needed, other market participants

may

be utilized to determine the correct fair value. The Company has also reviewed and confirmed its determinations in discussions with the pricing source regarding their methods of price discovery. Securities measured with these techniques are classified within Level

of the hierarchy and often involve using quoted market prices for similar securities, pricing models or discounted cash flow calculations using inputs observable in the market where available. Examples include U.S. government agency securities, mortgage-backed securities, obligations of states and political subdivisions, and certain corporate, asset-backed and other securities. In cases where Level

or Level

inputs are

not

available, securities are classified in Level

of the hierarchy.

Impaired Loans

. Impaired loans are measured and reported at fair value when full payment under the loan terms is

not

probable. Impaired loans are carried at the present value of expected future cash flows using the loan’s existing rate in a discounted cash flow calculation, or the fair value of the collateral if the loan is collateral-dependent. Expected cash flows are based on internal inputs reflecting expected default rates on contractual cash flows. This method of estimating fair value follows the exit-price concept of fair value described in Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”)

820

10.

For loans measured using the estimated fair value of collateral less costs to sell, fair value is generally determined based on appraisals performed by certified and licensed appraisers using inputs such as absorption rates, capitalization rates, and market comparables, adjusted for estimated costs to sell. Management modifies the appraised values, if needed, to take into account recent developments in the market or other factors, such as changes in absorption rates or market conditions from the time of valuation, and anticipated sales values considering management’s plans for disposition. Such modifications to the appraised values could result in lower valuations of such collateral. Estimated costs to sell are based on current amounts of disposal costs for similar assets. These measurements are classified as Level

within the valuation hierarchy. Impaired loans are subject to nonrecurring fair value adjustment upon initial recognition or subsequent impairment. A portion of the allowance for loan losses is allocated to impaired loans if the value of such loans is deemed to be less than the unpaid balance. Impaired loans are reviewed and evaluated on at least a quarterly basis for additional impairment and adjusted accordingly based on the same factors identified above. The amount recognized as an impairment charge related to impaired loans that are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis was

$1.9

million during the

three

months ended

March 31, 2019,

and

$2.3

million during the

three

months ended

March 31, 2018.

Other Real Estate Owned

. Other real estate assets (“OREO”) acquired through, or in lieu of, foreclosure are held for sale and are initially recorded at the lower of cost or fair value, less selling costs. Any write-downs to fair value at the time of transfer to OREO are charged to the allowance for loan losses subsequent to foreclosure. Values are derived from appraisals of underlying collateral and discounted cash flow analysis. Appraisals are performed by certified and licensed appraisers. Subsequent to foreclosure, valuations are updated periodically and assets are marked to current fair value,

not

to exceed the new cost basis. In the determination of fair value subsequent to foreclosure, management also considers other factors or recent developments, such as changes in absorption rates and market conditions from the time of valuation, and anticipated sales values considering management’s plans for disposition, which could result in adjustment to lower the property value estimates indicated in the appraisals. These measurements are classified as Level

within the valuation hierarchy. A loss on the sale and write-downs of OREO of

$22,000

and

$254,000

was recognized during the

three

months ended

March 31, 2019

and

2018,

respectively. These charges were for write-downs in the value of OREO subsequent to foreclosure and losses on the disposal of OREO. OREO is classified within Level

of the hierarchy.

There was

one

residential real estate loan with a balance of

$340,000

foreclosed and classified as OREO as of

March 31, 2019.

This same loan had a balance of

$360,000

as of

December 31, 2018.

residential real estate loans were in the process of being foreclosed as of

March 31, 2019

and

one

residential real estate loan for

$173,000

was in the process of being foreclosed as of

December 31, 2018.

This property was eventually purchased by another buyer at auction.

The following table presents the Company’s financial assets carried at fair value on a recurring basis as of

March 31, 2019

and

December 31, 2018.

There were

liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of

March 31, 2019

and

December 31, 2018.

	Fair Value Measurements at March 31, 2019 Using
	Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)		Total
Assets Measured on a Recurring Basis:	(In Thousands)
Available for sale debt securities:
U.S. Treasury and government sponsored agencies	$	–	$	74,081	$	–	$	74,081
Mortgage-backed securities		–		329,376		–		329,376
State and municipal securities		–		96,468		–		96,468
Corporate debt		–		125,268		6,503		131,771
Total assets at fair value	$	–	$	625,193	$	6,503	$	631,696

	Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2018 Using
	Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)		Total
Assets Measured on a Recurring Basis:	(In Thousands)
Available for sale debt securities:
U.S. Treasury and government sponsored agencies	$	–	$	76,993	$	–	$	76,993
Mortgage-backed securities		–		304,304		–		304,304
State and municipal securities		–		105,994		–		105,994
Corporate debt		–		96,375		6,518		102,893
Total assets at fair value	$	–	$	583,666	$	6,518	$	590,184

The following table presents the Company’s financial assets carried at fair value on a nonrecurring basis as of

March 31, 2019

and

December 31, 2018.

There were

liabilities measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis as of

March 31, 2019

and

December 31, 2018.

	Fair Value Measurements at March 31, 2019 Using
	Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)		Total
Assets Measured on a Nonrecurring Basis:	(In Thousands)
Impaired loans	$	–	$	–	$	29,504	$	29,504
Other real estate owned and repossessed assets		–		–		5,480		5,480
Total assets at fair value	$	–	$	–	$	34,984	$	34,984

	Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2018 Using
	Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)		Total
Assets Measured on a Nonrecurring Basis:	(In Thousands)
Impaired loans	$	–	$	–	$	30,463	$	30,463
Other real estate owned		–		–		5,169		5,169
Total assets at fair value	$	–	$	–	$	35,632	$	35,632

The fair value of a financial instrument is the current amount that would be exchanged in a sale between willing parties, other than in a forced liquidation. Fair value is best determined based upon quoted market prices. However, in many instances, there are

quoted market prices for the Company’s various financial instruments. In cases where quoted market prices are

not

available, fair values are based on estimates using present value or other valuation techniques. Those techniques are significantly affected by the assumptions used, including the discount rate and estimates of future cash flows. Accordingly, the fair value estimates

may

not

be realized in an immediate settlement of the instrument. Current U.S. GAAP excludes certain financial instruments and all nonfinancial instruments from its fair value disclosure requirements. Accordingly, the aggregate fair value amounts presented

may

not

necessarily represent the underlying fair value of the Company.

The estimated fair values of the Company’s financial instruments

not

measured at fair value on a recurring or non-recurring basis as of

March 31, 2019

and

December 31, 2018

were as follows:

	March 31, 2019				December 31, 2018
	Carrying Amount		Fair Value		Carrying Amount		Fair Value
	(In Thousands)
Financial Assets:
Level 1 inputs:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	618,094	$	618,094	$	458,050	$	458,050

Level 2 inputs:
Federal funds sold		181,435		181,435		223,845		223,845
Mortgage loans held for sale		1,223		1,251		120		121

Level 3 Inputs:
Held to maturity debt securities		250		250		–		–
Loans, net		6,589,701		6,555,511		6,464,899		6,398,604

Financial Liabilities:
Level 2 inputs:
Deposits	$	7,083,666	$	7,082,114	$	6,915,708	$	6,910,176
Federal funds purchased		373,378		373,378		288,725		288,725
Other borrowings		64,675		64,618		64,666		64,613

- Definition

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

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