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Commitments and guarantee (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2024	Dec. 31, 2023
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Purchase of raw materials and services	$ 6,421	$ 5,361
Purchase of energy	1,767	2,316
Total	$ 8,188	$ 7,677

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