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Securities - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 USD ($)
Securities and other financial assets, net |
Sales of investments at amortized cost | $ 63.5
Decrease through write-off, financial assets | 7.0
Losses on sale | $ 3.9

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