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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Parenthetical) - Syndicate 2007 $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($)
Consideration transferred reinsurance | $ 819
Transfer from investments | $ 600

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