Equity method investments (Tables)

6 Months Ended

Feb. 28, 2019

Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]

Equity Method Investments

Equity method investments as of February 28, 2019 and August 31, 2018, were as follows (in millions, except percentages):

	February 28, 2019			August 31, 2018
	Carrying value		Ownership percentage	Carrying value		Ownership percentage
AmerisourceBergen	$	5,212	27%	$	5,138	26%
Others	1,471		8% - 50%	1,472		8% - 50%
Total	$	6,683		$	6,610