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Acquisition of Businesses - Summary of Cash Flows Relating to Acquisitions (Detail) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($)
Disclosure of consideration transferred business combinations [line items] |
Net cash outflow arising on acquisitions | $ 38
Regent [member] |
Disclosure of consideration transferred business combinations [line items] |
Cash paid on acquisition | 13
UK Portfolio [member] |
Disclosure of consideration transferred business combinations [line items] |
Cash paid on acquisition | 9
Contingent consideration paid | 4
Settlement of stamp duty liability | 14
Less: cash and cash equivalents acquired | (2)
Net cash outflow arising on acquisitions | $ 25

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