Annual report pursuant to section 13 and 15(d)

Notes Payable (Notes Payable Consisted) (Detail)

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Notes Payable (Notes Payable Consisted) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2012
Dec. 31, 2011
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Note payable $ 197,979 $ 197,184
Note payable under revolving credit agreement with principal shareholder
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Note payable 25,500 22,550
Notes payable to clearing firm under forgivable loan
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Note payable 18,214 22,143
Note payable to a subsidiary of Premier's former shareholder
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Note payable 685 904
Notes Payable To Finance Securities America Acquisition
   
Debt Instrument [Line Items]    
Note payable $ 153,580 $ 151,587