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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) - SPC (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jun. 30, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022
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Other intangible assets, amortization | $ 358 | $ 340
SOUTHERN POWER CO |  |
Other intangible assets, amortization | $ 139 | $ 129

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