Investments (Net Investment Income - Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2017	Sep. 30, 2018	Sep. 30, 2017
FVO contractholder-directed unit-linked investments
Net Investment Income [Line Items]
Changes in estimated fair value included in net investment income	$ 109	$ 154	$ (59)	$ 540

Amount of unrealized holding gain (loss) recognized in the income statement for investments in debt and equity securities and other forms of securities that provide ownership interests classified as trading.

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