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Investments - Valuation changes included in net income for investments (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2018 USD ($)
Investment [Line Items] |
Total valuation changes | $ 29
Equity securities |
Investment [Line Items] |
Total valuation changes | (49)
Limited partnership interests |
Investment [Line Items] |
Total valuation changes | $ 78

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