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Financial Instruments - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Jun. 30, 2025 | Dec. 31, 2024
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Other noncurrent assets | Strategic Investments |  |
Net Investment Income [Line Items] |  |
Strategic investment portfolio | $ 224.0 | $ 226.7

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