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Sales of Businesses - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2020 USD ($)
Neon Capital Limited |
Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures by Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations [Line Items] |
Proceeds from sale of businesses | $ 6

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