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Derivatives - Undesignated Hedges (Parenthetical) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2024 | Mar. 31, 2023
Cash Flow and Fair Value Hedges |  |
Foreign exchange losses on settlement assets and obligations, cash balances, and other assets and liabilities | $ (17.5) | $ 0.2

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- Definition Represents Foreign Exchange Gain Loss on Settlement Assets and Obligations, Other Assets and Other Liabilities and Cash Balances + References No definition available. + Details
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