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Derivative Financial Instruments - Summary of Financial Derivatives at Fair Value (Parenthetical) (Detail) $ in Millions | Oct. 31, 2024 CAD ($)
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Disclosure of financial assets [abstract] |
Average fair value of trading derivatives, Favourable | $ 29,999
Average fair value of trading derivatives, Unfavourable | $ 32,133

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