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Shareholders' Equity (Narrative) (Details) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($)
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Shareholders’ Equity [Abstract] |
Stock repurchase program, authorized amount | $ 2,500,000
Stock repurchase program, additional authorized amount | 100,000
Value of common shares remaining to be repurchased | $ 57,551

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