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Financial instruments - Investments in Company-Sponsored Funds (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Dec. 31, 2012
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Investment Holdings [Line Items] |
Fair Value | $ 12,109
Unfunded Commitments | 927
Hedge Funds [Member] |
Investment Holdings [Line Items] |
Fair Value | 1,118
Unfunded Commitments |
Redemption Frequency | Quarterly - Annually
Redemption Notice Period, Minimum | 30 days
Redemption Notice Period, Maximum | 120 days
Private Equity Funds [Member] |
Investment Holdings [Line Items] |
Fair Value | 3,499
Unfunded Commitments | 927
Distressed Opportunities Investment Trust [Member] |
Investment Holdings [Line Items] |
Fair Value | 7,492
Unfunded Commitments |

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