DERIVATIVES - Schedule of Gain (Loss) On Commodity Derivatives (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2026	Sep. 30, 2025	Sep. 30, 2026	Sep. 30, 2025
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Non-cash (loss) gain from commodity sales derivatives	$ (554)	$ (32)	$ (976)	$ 130
Net settlements and premiums	(121)	9	(342)	10
Net (loss) gain from commodity sales derivatives	$ (675)	$ (23)	$ (1,318)	$ 140

Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives and Commodity Contracts, Portion Attributable To Parent

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Aggregate net gain (loss) on all derivative instruments recognized in earnings during the period, before tax effects.

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Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2009/role/commonPracticeRef
-Topic 815
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The difference between the book value and the sale price of agreements to purchase or sell mineral resources, energy, and agricultural products at some future point. This element refers to the gain (loss) included in earnings and not to the cash proceeds.

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Reference 2: http://www.xbrl.org/2009/role/commonPracticeRef
-Topic 946
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