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Investments (Changes in Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses) (Details) $ in Millions | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2022 USD ($)
Changes In Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Included In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss [Abstract] |
Balance, beginning of period | $ 17,671
Unrealized investment gains (losses) during the period | (44,572)
Unrealized investment gains (losses) relating to: |
Policyholder liabilities | 4,128
DAC, VOBA and DSI | 5,260
Deferred income tax benefit (expense) | 8,054
Net unrealized investment gains (losses) | (9,459)
Net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to noncontrolling interests | 2
Balance, end of period | (9,457)
Change in net unrealized investment gains (losses) | (27,130)
Change in net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to noncontrolling interests | 2
Change in net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to MetLife, Inc. | $ (27,128)

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