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Stock-Based Compensation - Activity for CIUs (Details) - Cash Incentive Units (CIUs) shares in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2025 shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Liability Instruments, Nonvested, Number of Shares |
Shares Outstanding Beginning Balance | 16,455
Shares Granted | 15,545
Shares Vested | 13,228
Shares Outstanding Ending Balance | 18,772

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