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Participative shareholders' debentures (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023	Dec. 31, 2022
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Financial results	$ (175)	$ (179)	$ 659
Liability related to debenture	$ 2,217	$ 2,874	$ 2,725
BRL [Member]
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Average Price Per Debenture	$ 35.33	$ 35.80	$ 36.59

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