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DAC, VOBA, DSI, and DFEL - DFEL (Details) - USD ($)
$ in Millions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2025
Dec. 31, 2024
Dec. 31, 2023
Changes in DFEL [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of beginning-of-year $ 6,750    
Amortization (388) $ (313) $ (290)
Balance as of beginning-of-year 7,605 6,750  
UL and Other      
Changes in DFEL [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of beginning-of-year 6,406 5,579  
Deferrals 1,222 1,114  
Amortization (362) (287)  
Balance as of beginning-of-year 7,266 6,406 5,579
Less: ceded DFEL 2,563 2,436  
Balance as of end-of-year, net of reinsurance 4,703 3,970  
Variable Annuities      
Changes in DFEL [Roll Forward]      
Balance as of beginning-of-year 293 300  
Deferrals 15 19  
Amortization (26) (26)  
Balance as of beginning-of-year 282 293 $ 300
Less: ceded DFEL 0 0  
Balance as of end-of-year, net of reinsurance $ 282 $ 293