Equity method investments (Tables)

6 Months Ended

Feb. 29, 2020

Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]

Equity Method Investments

Equity method investments as of February 29, 2020 and August 31, 2019, were as follows (in millions, except percentages):

	February 29, 2020			August 31, 2019
	Carrying value		Ownership percentage	Carrying value		Ownership percentage
AmerisourceBergen	$	5,206	28%	$	5,211	27%
Others	1,715		8% - 50%	1,640		8% - 50%
Total	$	6,921		$	6,851