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Merger and Restructuring Activity (Details Textuals)

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Merger and Restructuring Activity (Details Textuals) (USD $)
In Millions
3 Months Ended 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2010
Jun. 30, 2010
Merger and Restructuring Activity (Textuals) [Abstract]    
Merger-related charges, related to the earlier acquisition $ 84 $ 197
Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc. and subsidiaries [Member]
   
Merger and Restructuring Activity (Textuals) [Abstract]    
Payments for Merger Related Costs $ 424 $ 832