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Supplemental Information (Details 3) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2012 | Jun. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2012
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Net unrealized gains from trading securities | $ 1.4 |  | $ 7.4
Realized gains from available-for-sale debt and equity securities |  | 88.7 |
Net realized gains from trading securities |  | 2.4 |
Net realized gains from trading securities |  |  | $ 12.5

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