munity Bank System(CBU) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report

The allowance for credit losses increased to $61.1 million at the end of 2022 from $49.9 million as of year-end 2021. During 2022, economic forecasts weakened as high inflation and interest rate increases dampened economic activity. While unemployment remains low, the market has experienced a decline in housing and automobile prices. Inflation has put pressure on wages and reduced disposable income for consumers nationally. The Company recorded a provision for credit losses of $14.8 million during 2022 with ...