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Restrictions of Dividends & Inter-company Borrowings - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2015 USD ($)
Equity [Abstract] |
Dividends may be paid without prior regulatory approval | $ 12.3

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