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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED) (Parenthetical) $ in Millions	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2018 USD ($)
Transfer from investments	$ 600
Novae Syndicate 2007
Consideration for reinsurance to close	$ 819

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