Genworth Financial (GNW) 10-Q 30 Apr 14 2014 Q1 Quarterly report Financial data

Document_and_Entity_Informatio

Document and Entity Information	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014	Apr. 23, 2014
Document Information [Line Items]	'	'
Document Type	'10-Q	'
Amendment Flag	'false	'
Document Period End Date	31-Mar-14	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2014	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'Q1	'
Trading Symbol	'GNW	'
Entity Registrant Name	'GENWORTH FINANCIAL INC	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0001276520	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--12-31	'
Entity Filer Category	'Large Accelerated Filer	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	'	496,280,815

Condensed_Consolidated_Balance

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Assets	'		'
Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	$60,244		$58,629
Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	349		341
Commercial mortgage loans	5,894		5,899
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	227		233
Policy loans	1,438		1,434
Other invested assets	1,875		1,686
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value	398		391
Total investments	70,425		68,613
Cash and cash equivalents	4,360		4,214
Accrued investment income	752		678
Deferred acquisition costs	5,177		5,278
Intangible assets	327		399
Goodwill	866		867
Reinsurance recoverable	17,234		17,219
Other assets	691		639
Separate account assets	9,933		10,138
Total assets	109,765		108,045
Liabilities and stockholders' equity	'		'
Future policy benefits	34,076		33,705
Policyholder account balances	25,881		25,528
Liability for policy and contract claims	7,156		7,204
Unearned premiums	4,075		4,107
Other liabilities ($50 other liabilities related to securitization entities)	3,777		4,096
Borrowings related to securitization entities ($79 and $75 at fair value)	239		242
Non-recourse funding obligations	2,030		2,038
Long-term borrowings	5,150		5,161
Deferred tax liability	714		206
Separate account liabilities	9,933		10,138
Total liabilities	93,031		92,425
Commitments and contingencies	'		'
Stockholders' equity:	'		'
Class A common stock, $0.001 par value; 1.5 billion shares authorized; 585 million and 583 million shares issued as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively; 496 million and 495 million shares outstanding as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, respectively	1		1
Additional paid-in capital	12,124		12,127
Net unrealized investment gains (losses):	'		'
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	1,606		914
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	18		12
Net unrealized investment gains (losses)	1,624	[1]	926	[1]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	1,538	[2]	1,319	[2]
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	321		297
Total accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	3,483		2,542
Retained earnings	2,607		2,423
Treasury stock, at cost (88 million shares as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013)	-2,700		-2,700
Total Genworth Financial, Inc.'s stockholders' equity	15,515		14,393
Noncontrolling interests	1,219		1,227
Total stockholders' equity	16,734		15,620
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$109,765		$108,045
[1]	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.
[2]	See note 5 for additional information.

Condensed_Consolidated_Balance1

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
Other liabilities, securitization entities	$50	$50
Borrowings related to securitization entities, fair value	$79	$75
Class A Common Stock, par value	$0.00	$0.00
Class A Common Stock, shares authorized	1,500,000,000	1,500,000,000
Class A Common Stock, shares issued	585,000,000	583,000,000
Class A Common Stock, shares outstanding	496,000,000	495,000,000
Treasury stock, shares	88,000,000	88,000,000

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Revenues:	'	'
Premiums	$1,307	$1,261
Net investment income	805	814
Net investment gains (losses)	-17	-61
Insurance and investment product fees and other	227	289
Total revenues	2,322	2,303
Benefits and expenses:	'	'
Benefits and other changes in policy reserves	1,194	1,201
Interest credited	183	184
Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals	378	433
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	134	122
Interest expense	127	126
Total benefits and expenses	2,016	2,066
Income from continuing operations before income taxes	306	237
Provision for income taxes	87	76
Income from continuing operations	219	161
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	-20
Net income	219	141
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	35	38
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	184	103
Income from continuing operations available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders per common share:	'	'
Basic	$0.37	$0.25
Diluted	$0.37	$0.25
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders per common share:	'	'
Basic	$0.37	$0.21
Diluted	$0.37	$0.21
Weighted-average common shares outstanding:	'	'
Basic	495.8	492.5
Diluted	502.7	496.8
Supplemental disclosures:	'	'
Total other-than-temporary impairments	-1	-12
Portion of other-than-temporary impairments included in other comprehensive income (loss)	0	0
Net other-than-temporary impairments	-1	-12
Other investments gains (losses)	-16	-49
Net investment gains (losses)	($17)	($61)

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme1

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Net income	$219		$141
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes:	'		'
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	706		-217
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	6		26
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	219	[1]	-110	[1]
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	-21		-104
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	910		-405
Total comprehensive income (loss)	1,129		-264
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	4		11
Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	$1,125		($275)
[1]	See note 5 for additional information.

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme2

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity (USD $)	Total		Common stock	Additional paid-in capital	Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	Retained earnings	Treasury stock, at cost	Total Genworth Financial, Inc.'s stockholders' equity	Noncontrolling interests
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Balances at Dec. 31, 2012	$17,781		$1	$12,127	$5,202	$1,863	($2,700)	$16,493	$1,288
Comprehensive income (loss):	'		'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net income	141		0	0	0	103	0	103	38
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	-217		0	0	-221	0	0	-221	4
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	26		0	0	26	0	0	26	0
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	-110	[1]	0	0	-110	0	0	-110	0
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	-104		0	0	-73	0	0	-73	-31
Total comprehensive income (loss)	-264		'	'	'	'	'	-275	11
Dividends to noncontrolling interests	-13		0	0	0	0	0	0	-13
Stock-based compensation expense and exercises and other	5		0	4	0	0	0	4	1
Balances at Mar. 31, 2013	17,509		1	12,131	4,824	1,966	-2,700	16,222	1,287
Balances at Dec. 31, 2013	15,620		1	12,127	2,542	2,423	-2,700	14,393	1,227
Comprehensive income (loss):	'		'	'	'	'	'	'	'
Net income	219		0	0	0	184	0	184	35
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	706		0	0	692	0	0	692	14
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	6		0	0	6	0	0	6	0
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	219	[1]	0	0	219	0	0	219	0
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	-21		0	0	24	0	0	24	-45
Total comprehensive income (loss)	1,129		'	'	'	'	'	1,125	4
Dividends to noncontrolling interests	-13		0	0	0	0	0	0	-13
Stock-based compensation expense and exercises and other	-2		0	-3	0	0	0	-3	1
Balances at Mar. 31, 2014	$16,734		$1	$12,124	$3,483	$2,607	($2,700)	$15,515	$1,219
[1]	See note 5 for additional information.

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme3

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'
Net income	$219	$141
Less loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	20
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:	'	'
Amortization of fixed maturity securities discounts and premiums and limited partnerships	-28	-5
Net investment losses (gains)	17	61
Charges assessed to policyholders	-187	-202
Acquisition costs deferred	-119	-105
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	134	122
Deferred income taxes	17	-182
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments	26	-27
Stock-based compensation expense	8	9
Change in certain assets and liabilities:	'	'
Accrued investment income and other assets	-109	-42
Insurance reserves	550	541
Current tax liabilities	-182	202
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances	-285	-474
Cash from operating activities-discontinued operations	0	1
Net cash from operating activities	61	60
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	1,135	1,212
Commercial mortgage loans	139	212
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	7	17
Proceeds from sales of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	708	1,310
Purchases and originations of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	-2,172	-2,069
Commercial mortgage loans	-132	-203
Other invested assets, net	111	-26
Cash from investing activities-discontinued operations	0	0
Net cash from investing activities	-204	453
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts	814	445
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts	-505	-678
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations	-8	-4
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities	-7	-17
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests	-13	-13
Other, net	-12	-32
Cash from financing activities-discontinued operations	0	0
Net cash from financing activities	269	-299
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	20	-48
Net change in cash and cash equivalents	146	166
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	4,214	3,653
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	4,360	3,819
Less cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations at end of period	0	22
Cash and cash equivalents of continuing operations at end of period	$4,360	$3,797

Formation_of_Genworth_and_Basi

Formation of Genworth and Basis of Presentation	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Formation of Genworth and Basis of Presentation	'
	(1) Formation of Genworth and Basis of Presentation
	Genworth Holdings, Inc. (“Genworth Holdings”) (formerly known as Genworth Financial, Inc.) was incorporated in Delaware in 2003 in preparation for an initial public offering (“IPO”) of Genworth common stock, which was completed on May 28, 2004. On April 1, 2013, Genworth Holdings completed a holding company reorganization pursuant to which Genworth Holdings became a direct, 100% owned subsidiary of a new public holding company that it had formed. The new public holding company was incorporated in Delaware on December 5, 2012, in connection with the reorganization, under the name Sub XLVI, Inc., and was renamed Genworth Financial, Inc. (“Genworth Financial”) upon the completion of the reorganization.
	References to “Genworth,” the “Company,” “we” or “our” in the accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements and these notes thereto have the following meanings, unless the context otherwise requires:
		•	For periods prior to April 1, 2013: Genworth Holdings and its subsidiaries
		•	For periods from and after April 1, 2013: Genworth Financial and its subsidiaries
	The accompanying condensed financial statements include on a consolidated basis the accounts of Genworth and our affiliate companies in which we hold a majority voting interest or where we are the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (“VIE”). All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
	We have the following operating segments:
		•	U.S. Life Insurance. We offer and manage a variety of insurance and fixed annuity products in the United States. Our primary products include life insurance, long-term care insurance and fixed annuities.
		•	International Mortgage Insurance. We are a leading provider of mortgage insurance products and related services in Canada and Australia and also participate in select European and other countries. Our products predominantly insure prime-based, individually underwritten residential mortgage loans, also known as flow mortgage insurance. We also selectively provide mortgage insurance on a structured, or bulk, basis that aids in the sale of mortgages to the capital markets and helps lenders manage capital and risk. Additionally, we offer services, analytical tools and technology that enable lenders to operate efficiently and manage risk.
		•	U.S. Mortgage Insurance. In the United States, we offer mortgage insurance products predominantly insuring prime-based, individually underwritten residential mortgage loans, also known as flow mortgage insurance. We selectively provide mortgage insurance on a bulk basis with essentially all of our bulk writings prime-based. Additionally, we offer services, analytical tools and technology that enable lenders to operate efficiently and manage risk.
		•	International Protection. We are a leading provider of payment protection coverages (referred to as lifestyle protection) in multiple European countries and have operations in select other countries. Our lifestyle protection insurance products primarily help consumers meet specified payment obligations should they become unable to pay due to accident, illness, involuntary unemployment, disability or death.
		•	Runoff. The Runoff segment includes the results of non-strategic products which are no longer actively sold. Our non-strategic products primarily include our variable annuity, variable life insurance, institutional, corporate-owned life insurance and other accident and health insurance products. Institutional products consist of funding agreements, funding agreements backing notes (“FABNs”) and guaranteed investment contracts (“GICs”). In January 2011, we discontinued new sales of retail and group variable annuities while continuing to service our existing blocks of business.
	We also have Corporate and Other activities which include debt financing expenses that are incurred at the Genworth Holdings level, unallocated corporate income and expenses, eliminations of inter-segment transactions and the results of other non-core businesses that are managed outside of our operating segments, including discontinued operations.
	The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements are unaudited and have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”) and rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Preparing financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect reported amounts and related disclosures. Actual results could differ from those estimates. These condensed consolidated financial statements include all adjustments (including normal recurring adjustments) considered necessary by management to present a fair statement of the financial position, results of operations and cash flows for the periods presented. The results reported in these condensed consolidated financial statements should not be regarded as necessarily indicative of results that may be expected for the entire year. The condensed consolidated financial statements included herein should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and related notes contained in our 2013 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.

Accounting_Changes

Accounting Changes	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Accounting Changes	'
	(2) Accounting Changes
	Accounting Pronouncement Recently Adopted
	On January 1, 2014, we adopted new accounting guidance on the scope, measurement and disclosure requirements for investment companies. The new guidance clarified the characteristics of an investment company, provided comprehensive guidance for assessing whether an entity is an investment company, required investment companies to measure noncontrolling ownership interest in other investment companies at fair value rather than using the equity method of accounting and required additional disclosures. The adoption of this accounting guidance did not have any impact on our consolidated financial statements.

Earnings_Per_Share

Earnings Per Share	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Earnings Per Share	'
	(3) Earnings Per Share
	Basic and diluted earnings per share are calculated by dividing each income (loss) category presented below by the weighted-average basic and diluted shares outstanding for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended
		March 31,
	(Amounts in millions, except per share amounts)	2014		2013
	Weighted-average shares used in basic earnings per common share calculations		495.8		492.5
	Potentially dilutive securities:
	Stock options, restricted stock units and stock appreciation rights		6.9		4.3
	Weighted-average shares used in diluted earnings per common share calculations		502.7		496.8
	Income from continuing operations:
	Income from continuing operations	$	219	$	161
	Less: income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests		35		38
	Income from continuing operations available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s
	common stockholders	$	184	$	123
	Basic per common share	$	0.37	$	0.25
	Diluted per common share	$	0.37	$	0.25
	Loss from discontinued operations:
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	$	—	$	(20	)
	Less: income from discontinued operations, net of taxes, attributable to noncontrolling interests		—		—
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes, available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s
	common stockholders	$	—	$	(20	)
	Basic per common share	$	—	$	(0.04	)
	Diluted per common share	$	—	$	(0.04	)
	Net income:
	Income from continuing operations	$	219	$	161
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—		(20	)
	Net income		219		141
	Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests		35		38
	Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	184	$	103
	Basic per common share	$	0.37	$	0.21
	Diluted per common share	$	0.37	$	0.21

Investments

Investments	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Investments	'
	(4) Investments
	(a) Net Investment Income
	Sources of net investment income were as follows for the periods indicated:
			Three months ended
			March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Fixed maturity securities—taxable		$	648		$	656
	Fixed maturity securities—non-taxable			3			2
	Commercial mortgage loans			83			82
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities			4			7
	Equity securities			4			4
	Other invested assets			50			48
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			1			—
	Policy loans			31			32
	Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments			5			7
	Gross investment income before expenses and fees			829			838
	Expenses and fees			(24	)		(24	)
	Net investment income		$	805		$	814
	(b) Net Investment Gains (Losses)
	The following table sets forth net investment gains (losses) for the periods indicated:
			Three months ended
			March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Available-for-sale securities:
	Realized gains		$	7		$	40
	Realized losses			(23	)		(66	)
	Net realized gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities			(16	)		(26	)
	Impairments:
	Total other-than-temporary impairments			(1	)		(12	)
	Portion of other-than-temporary impairments included in other comprehensive income (loss)			—			—
	Net other-than-temporary impairments			(1	)		(12	)
	Trading securities			12			10
	Commercial mortgage loans			3			2
	Net gains (losses) related to securitization entities			6			7
	Derivative instruments (1)			(21	)		(42	)
	Contingent consideration adjustment			—			1
	Other			—			(1	)
	Net investment gains (losses)		$	(17	)	$	(61	)
	(1)	See note 5 for additional information on the impact of derivative instruments included in net investment gains (losses).
	We generally intend to hold securities in unrealized loss positions until they recover. However, from time to time, our intent on an individual security may change, based upon market or other unforeseen developments. In such instances, we sell securities in the ordinary course of managing our portfolio to meet diversification, credit quality, yield and liquidity requirements. If a loss is recognized from a sale subsequent to a balance sheet date due to these unexpected developments, the loss is recognized in the period in which we determined that we have the intent to sell the securities or it is more likely than not that we will be required to sell the securities prior to recovery. The aggregate fair value of securities sold at a loss during the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013 was $265 million and $577 million, respectively, which was approximately 92% and 90%, respectively, of book value.
	The following represents the activity for credit losses recognized in net income on debt securities where an other-than-temporary impairment was identified and a portion of other-than-temporary impairments was included in other comprehensive income (loss) (“OCI”) as of and for the three months ended March 31:
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Beginning balance		$	101		$	387
	Additions:
	Other-than-temporary impairments not previously recognized			—			2
	Increases related to other-than-temporary impairments previously recognized			—			4
	Reductions:
	Securities sold, paid down or disposed			(2	)		(142	)
	Ending balance		$	99		$	251
	(c) Unrealized Investment Gains and Losses
	Net unrealized gains and losses on available-for-sale investment securities reflected as a separate component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) were as follows as of the dates indicated:
	(Amounts in millions)		March 31, 2014			December 31, 2013
	Net unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities:
	Fixed maturity securities		$	3,782		$	2,346
	Equity securities			35			23
	Other invested assets			(4	)		(4	)
	Subtotal			3,813			2,365
	Adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves			(1,221	)		(869	)
	Income taxes, net			(901	)		(517	)
	Net unrealized investment gains (losses)			1,691			979
	Less: net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to noncontrolling interests			67			53
	Net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to Genworth Financial, Inc.		$	1,624		$	926
	The change in net unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-sale investment securities reported in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) was as follows as of and for the three months ended March 31:
(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
Beginning balance		$	926		$	2,638
Unrealized gains (losses) arising during the period:
Unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities			1,431			(427	)
Adjustment to deferred acquisition costs			(99	)		16
Adjustment to present value of future profits			(52	)		1
Adjustment to sales inducements			(13	)		(3	)
Adjustment to benefit reserves			(188	)		91
Provision for income taxes			(378	)		106
Change in unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities			701			(216	)
Reclassification adjustments to net investment (gains) losses, net of taxes of $(6) and $(13)			11			25
Change in net unrealized investment gains (losses)			712			(191	)
Less: change in net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to noncontrolling interests			14			4
Ending balance		$	1,624		$	2,443
(d) Fixed Maturity and Equity Securities
As of March 31, 2014, the amortized cost or cost, gross unrealized gains (losses) and fair value of our fixed maturity and equity securities classified as available-for-sale were as follows:
		Amortized			Gross unrealized gains						Gross unrealized losses						Fair
		cost or															value
(Amounts in millions)		cost			Not other-than-			Other-than-			Not other-than-			Other-than-
					temporarily			temporarily			temporarily			temporarily
					impaired			impaired			impaired			impaired
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	4,819		$	533		$	—		$	(138	)	$	—		$	5,214
Tax-exempt			329			15			—			(27	)		—			317
Government—non-U.S.			2,043			121			—			(11	)		—			2,153
U.S. corporate			23,897			2,333			21			(191	)		—			26,060
Corporate—non-U.S.			14,337			888			—			(84	)		—			15,141
Residential mortgage-backed			4,859			278			12			(44	)		(3	)		5,102
Commercial mortgage-backed			2,812			99			3			(33	)		—			2,881
Other asset-backed			3,397			36			—			(57	)		—			3,376
Total fixed maturity securities			56,493			4,303			36			(585	)		(3	)		60,244
Equity securities			315			42			—			(8	)		—			349
Total available-for-sale securities		$	56,808		$	4,345		$	36		$	(593	)	$	(3	)	$	60,593
As of December 31, 2013, the amortized cost or cost, gross unrealized gains (losses) and fair value of our fixed maturity and equity securities classified as available-for-sale were as follows:
		Amortized			Gross unrealized gains						Gross unrealized losses						Fair
		cost or															value
(Amounts in millions)		cost			Not other-than-			Other-than-			Not other-than-			Other-than-
					temporarily			temporarily			temporarily			temporarily
					impaired			impaired			impaired			impaired
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	4,710		$	331		$	—		$	(231	)	$	—		$	4,810
Tax-exempt			324			7			—			(36	)		—			295
Government—non-U.S.			2,057			104			—			(15	)		—			2,146
U.S. corporate			23,614			1,761			19			(359	)		—			25,035
Corporate—non-U.S.			14,489			738			—			(156	)		—			15,071
Residential mortgage-backed			5,058			232			9			(70	)		(4	)		5,225
Commercial mortgage-backed			2,886			75			2			(62	)		(3	)		2,898
Other asset-backed			3,171			35			—			(57	)		—			3,149
Total fixed maturity securities			56,309			3,283			30			(986	)		(7	)		58,629
Equity securities			318			36			—			(13	)		—			341
Total available-for-sale securities		$	56,627		$	3,319		$	30		$	(999	)	$	(7	)	$	58,970
The following table presents the gross unrealized losses and fair values of our investment securities, aggregated by investment type and length of time that individual investment securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, as of March 31, 2014:
		Less than 12 months									12 months or more									Total
(Dollar amounts in millions)		Fair			Gross			Number of			Fair			Gross			Number of			Fair			Gross			Number of
		value			unrealized			securities			value			unrealized			securities			value			unrealized			securities
					losses									losses (1)									losses (1)
Description of Securities
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	472		$	(49	)		25		$	453		$	(89	)		15		$	925		$	(138	)		40
Tax-exempt			13			(1	)		8			98			(26	)		9			111			(27	)		17
Government—non-U.S.			364			(10	)		39			6			(1	)		4			370			(11	)		43
U.S. corporate			3,030			(117	)		464			677			(74	)		82			3,707			(191	)		546
Corporate—non-U.S.			1,832			(58	)		245			380			(26	)		45			2,212			(84	)		290
Residential mortgage-backed			756			(27	)		98			140			(20	)		87			896			(47	)		185
Commercial mortgage-backed			506			(20	)		62			292			(13	)		51			798			(33	)		113
Other asset-backed			968			(14	)		122			146			(43	)		17			1,114			(57	)		139
Subtotal, fixed maturity securities			7,941			(296	)		1,063			2,192			(292	)		310			10,133			(588	)		1,373
Equity securities			83			(8	)		26			—			—			—			83			(8	)		26
Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	8,024		$	(304	)		1,089		$	2,192		$	(292	)		310		$	10,216		$	(596	)		1,399
% Below cost—fixed maturity securities:
<20% Below cost		$	7,919		$	(288	)		1,061		$	1,997		$	(205	)		260		$	9,916		$	(493	)		1,321
20%-50% Below cost			22			(8	)		2			183			(72	)		32			205			(80	)		34
>50% Below cost			—			—			—			12			(15	)		18			12			(15	)		18
Total fixed maturity securities			7,941			(296	)		1,063			2,192			(292	)		310			10,133			(588	)		1,373
% Below cost—equity securities:
<20% Below cost			83			(8	)		26			—			—			—			83			(8	)		26
Total equity securities			83			(8	)		26			—			—			—			83			(8	)		26
Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	8,024		$	(304	)		1,089		$	2,192		$	(292	)		310		$	10,216		$	(596	)		1,399
Investment grade		$	7,778		$	(295	)		1,026		$	1,842		$	(256	)		221		$	9,620		$	(551	)		1,247
Below investment grade (2)			246			(9	)		63			350			(36	)		89			596			(45	)		152
Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	8,024		$	(304	)		1,089		$	2,192		$	(292	)		310		$	10,216		$	(596	)		1,399
(1)	Amounts included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
(2)	Amounts that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
As indicated in the table above, the majority of the securities in a continuous unrealized loss position for less than 12 months were investment grade and less than 20% below cost. These unrealized losses were primarily attributable to lower credit ratings since acquisition for corporate securities across various industry sectors and an increase in U.S. Treasury yields since these securities were purchased. For securities that have been in a continuous unrealized loss position for less than 12 months, the average fair value percentage below cost was approximately 4% as of March 31, 2014.
Fixed Maturity Securities In A Continuous Unrealized Loss Position For 12 Months Or More
Of the $205 million of unrealized losses on fixed maturity securities in a continuous unrealized loss for 12 months or more that were less than 20% below cost, the weighted-average rating was “A+” and approximately 91% of the unrealized losses were related to investment grade securities as of March 31, 2014. These unrealized losses were attributable to the lower credit ratings for these securities since acquisition, primarily associated with corporate securities in the finance and insurance and utilities and energy sectors and structured securities, in addition to U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises securities resulting from an increase in U.S. Treasury yields since these securities were purchased. The average fair value percentage below cost for these securities was approximately 9% as of March 31, 2014. See below for additional discussion related to fixed maturity securities that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more with a fair value that was more than 20% below cost.
The following tables present the concentration of gross unrealized losses and fair values of fixed maturity securities that were more than 20% below cost and in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more by asset class as of March 31, 2014:
		Investment Grade
		20% to 50%												Greater than 50%
(Dollar amounts in millions)		Fair			Gross			% of total			Number of			Fair			Gross			% of total			Number of
		value			unrealized			gross			securities			value			unrealized			gross			securities
					losses			unrealized									losses			unrealized
								losses												losses
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	37		$	(9	)		2	%		1		$	—		$	—			—	%		—
Tax-exempt			60			(19	)		3			6			—			—			—			—
Corporate—non-U.S.			10			(3	)		1			3			—			—			—			—
Structured securities:
Residential mortgage-backed			—			—			—			—			5			(5	)		1			7
Other asset-backed			54			(33	)		6			4			—			—			—			—
Total structured securities			54			(33	)		6			4			5			(5	)		1			7
Total		$	161		$	(64	)		12	%		14		$	5		$	(5	)		1	%		7
		Below Investment Grade
		20% to 50%												Greater than 50%
(Dollar amounts in millions)		Fair			Gross			% of total			Number of			Fair			Gross			% of total			Number of
		value			unrealized			gross			securities			value			unrealized			gross			securities
					losses			unrealized									losses			unrealized
								losses												losses
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. corporate		$	9		$	(3	)		1	%		2		$	—		$	—			—	%		—
Structured securities:
Residential mortgage-backed			4			(2	)		—			11			1			(2	)		—			10
Commercial mortgage-backed			9			(3	)		1			5			—			—			—			—
Other asset-backed			—			—			—			—			6			(8	)		2			1
Total structured securities			13			(5	)		1			16			7			(10	)		2			11
Total		$	22		$	(8	)		2	%		18		$	7		$	(10	)		2	%		11
For all securities in an unrealized loss position, we expect to recover the amortized cost based on our estimate of cash flows to be collected. We do not intend to sell nor do we expect that we will be required to sell these securities prior to recovering our amortized cost. See below for further discussion of gross unrealized losses by asset class.
U. S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises
As indicated in the table above, $9 million of gross unrealized losses were related to one U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises security that had been in a continuous loss position for more than 12 months and was greater than 20% below cost. The unrealized losses for the U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises security represented a long-term, zero coupon U.S. Treasury bond. An increase in U.S. Treasury yields since the security was purchased resulted in a decrease in fair value. We expect this security to accrete up to par value over time.
Structured Securities
Of the $53 million of unrealized losses related to structured securities that have been in an unrealized loss position for 12 months or more and were more than 20% below cost, $2 million related to other-than-temporarily impaired securities where the unrealized losses represented the portion of the other-than-temporary impairment recognized in OCI. The extent and duration of the unrealized loss position on our structured securities was primarily due to credit spreads that have widened since acquisition. Additionally, the fair value of certain structured securities has been impacted from high risk premiums being incorporated into the valuation as a result of the amount of potential losses that may be absorbed by the security in the event of additional deterioration in the U.S. economy.
While we considered the length of time each security had been in an unrealized loss position, the extent of the unrealized loss position and any significant declines in fair value subsequent to the balance sheet date in our evaluation of impairment for each of these individual securities, the primary factor in our evaluation of impairment is the expected performance for each of these securities. Our evaluation of expected performance is based on the historical performance of the associated securitization trust as well as the historical performance of the underlying collateral. Our examination of the historical performance of the securitization trust included consideration of the following factors for each class of securities issued by the trust: i) the payment history, including failure to make scheduled payments; ii) current payment status; iii) current and historical outstanding balances; iv) current levels of subordination and losses incurred to date; and v) characteristics of the underlying collateral. Our examination of the historical performance of the underlying collateral included: i) historical default rates, delinquency rates, voluntary and involuntary prepayments and severity of losses, including recent trends in this information; ii) current payment status; iii) loan to collateral value ratios, as applicable; iv) vintage; and v) other underlying characteristics such as current financial condition.
We used our assessment of the historical performance of both the securitization trust and the underlying collateral for each security, along with third-party sources, when available, to develop our best estimate of cash flows expected to be collected. These estimates reflect projections for future delinquencies, prepayments, defaults and losses for the assets that collateralize the securitization trust and are used to determine the expected cash flows for our security, based on the payment structure of the trust. Our projection of expected cash flows is primarily based on the expected performance of the underlying assets that collateralize the securitization trust and is not directly impacted by the rating of our security. While we consider the rating of the security as an indicator of the financial condition of the issuer, this factor does not have a significant impact on our expected cash flows for each security. In limited circumstances, our expected cash flows include expected payments from reliable financial guarantors where we believe the financial guarantor will have sufficient assets to pay claims under the financial guarantee when the cash flows from the securitization trust are not sufficient to make scheduled payments. We then discount the expected cash flows using the effective yield of each security to determine the present value of expected cash flows.
Based on this evaluation, the present value of expected cash flows was greater than or equal to the amortized cost for each security. Accordingly, we determined that the unrealized losses on each of our structured securities represented temporary impairments as of March 31, 2014.
Despite the considerable analysis and rigor employed on our structured securities, it is at least reasonably possible that the underlying collateral of these investments will perform worse than current market expectations. Such events may lead to adverse changes in cash flows on our holdings of structured securities and future write-downs within our portfolio of structured securities.
The following table presents the gross unrealized losses and fair values of our investment securities, aggregated by investment type and length of time that individual investment securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, as of December 31, 2013:
		Less than 12 months									12 months or more									Total
(Dollar amounts in millions)		Fair			Gross			Number of			Fair			Gross			Number of			Fair			Gross			Number of
		value			unrealized			securities			value			unrealized			securities			value			unrealized			securities
					losses									losses (1)									losses (1)
Description of Securities
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	796		$	(109	)		32		$	335		$	(122	)		13		$	1,131		$	(231	)		45
Tax-exempt			82			(3	)		26			97			(33	)		9			179			(36	)		35
Government—non-U.S.			479			(15	)		60			—			—			—			479			(15	)		60
U.S. corporate			4,774			(260	)		707			663			(99	)		82			5,437			(359	)		789
Corporate—non-U.S.			3,005			(127	)		379			287			(29	)		34			3,292			(156	)		413
Residential mortgage-backed			1,052			(55	)		139			157			(19	)		92			1,209			(74	)		231
Commercial mortgage-backed			967			(42	)		107			370			(23	)		62			1,337			(65	)		169
Other asset-backed			1,089			(17	)		133			145			(40	)		17			1,234			(57	)		150
Subtotal, fixed maturity securities			12,244			(628	)		1,583			2,054			(365	)		309			14,298			(993	)		1,892
Equity securities			95			(13	)		41			—			—			—			95			(13	)		41
Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	12,339		$	(641	)		1,624		$	2,054		$	(365	)		309		$	14,393		$	(1,006	)		1,933
% Below cost—fixed maturity securities:
<20% Below cost		$	12,009		$	(547	)		1,571		$	1,575		$	(163	)		238		$	13,584		$	(710	)		1,809
20%-50% Below cost			235			(81	)		12			466			(187	)		51			701			(268	)		63
>50% Below cost			—			—			—			13			(15	)		20			13			(15	)		20
Total fixed maturity securities			12,244			(628	)		1,583			2,054			(365	)		309			14,298			(993	)		1,892
% Below cost—equity securities:
<20% Below cost			87			(11	)		40			—			—			—			87			(11	)		40
20%-50% Below cost			8			(2	)		1			—			—			—			8			(2	)		1
Total equity securities			95			(13	)		41			—			—			—			95			(13	)		41
Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	12,339		$	(641	)		1,624		$	2,054		$	(365	)		309		$	14,393		$	(1,006	)		1,933
Investment grade		$	11,896		$	(616	)		1,515		$	1,631		$	(315	)		208		$	13,527		$	(931	)		1,723
Below investment grade (2)			443			(25	)		109			423			(50	)		101			866			(75	)		210
Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	12,339		$	(641	)		1,624		$	2,054		$	(365	)		309		$	14,393		$	(1,006	)		1,933
(1)	Amounts included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
(2)	Amounts that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
The scheduled maturity distribution of fixed maturity securities as of March 31, 2014 is set forth below. Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because issuers of securities may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.
(Amounts in millions)		Amortized			Fair
		cost or			value
		cost
Due one year or less		$	3,089		$	3,118
Due after one year through five years			9,689			10,257
Due after five years through ten years			12,345			12,915
Due after ten years			20,302			22,595
Subtotal			45,425			48,885
Residential mortgage-backed			4,859			5,102
Commercial mortgage-backed			2,812			2,881
Other asset-backed			3,397			3,376
Total		$	56,493		$	60,244
As of March 31, 2014, $6,076 million of our investments (excluding mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities) were subject to certain call provisions.
As of March 31, 2014, securities issued by utilities and energy, finance and insurance, and consumer—non-cyclical industry groups represented approximately 24%, 19% and 13%, respectively, of our domestic and foreign corporate fixed maturity securities portfolio. No other industry group comprised more than 10% of our investment portfolio. This portfolio is widely diversified among various geographic regions in the United States and internationally, and is not dependent on the economic stability of one particular region.
As of March 31, 2014, we did not hold any fixed maturity securities in any single issuer, other than securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, which exceeded 10% of stockholders’ equity.
(e) Commercial Mortgage Loans
Our mortgage loans are collateralized by commercial properties, including multi-family residential buildings. The carrying value of commercial mortgage loans is stated at original cost net of prepayments, amortization and allowance for loan losses.
We diversify our commercial mortgage loans by both property type and geographic region. The following tables set forth the distribution across property type and geographic region for commercial mortgage loans as of the dates indicated:
		March 31, 2014						December 31, 2013
(Amounts in millions)		Carrying			% of			Carrying			% of
		value			total			value			total
Property type:
Retail		$	2,103			36	%	$	2,073			35	%
Industrial			1,580			27			1,581			27
Office			1,509			25			1,558			26
Apartments			493			8			491			8
Mixed use/other			239			4			229			4
Subtotal			5,924			100	%		5,932			100	%
Allowance for losses			(30	)					(33	)
Total		$	5,894					$	5,899
		March 31, 2014						December 31, 2013
(Amounts in millions)		Carrying			% of			Carrying			% of
		value			total			value			total
Geographic region:
Pacific		$	1,601			27	%	$	1,590			27	%
South Atlantic			1,526			26			1,535			26
Middle Atlantic			823			14			828			14
Mountain			494			8			478			8
East North Central			399			7			404			7
West North Central			370			6			377			6
New England			335			6			337			6
West South Central			238			4			241			4
East South Central			138			2			142			2
Subtotal			5,924			100	%		5,932			100	%
Allowance for losses			(30	)					(33	)
Total		$	5,894					$	5,899
The following tables set forth the aging of past due commercial mortgage loans by property type as of the dates indicated:
		March 31, 2014
(Amounts in millions)		31 - 60 days			61 - 90 days			Greater than			Total			Current			Total
		past due			past due			90 days past			past due
								due
Property type:
Retail		$	—		$	2		$	10		$	12		$	2,091		$	2,103
Industrial			—			—			18			18			1,562			1,580
Office			2			—			9			11			1,498			1,509
Apartments			—			—			—			—			493			493
Mixed use/other			—			—			—			—			239			239
Total recorded investment		$	2		$	2		$	37		$	41		$	5,883		$	5,924
% of total commercial mortgage loans			—	%		—	%		1	%		1	%		99	%		100	%
		31-Dec-13
(Amounts in millions)		31 - 60 days			61 - 90 days			Greater than			Total			Current			Total
		past due			past due			90 days past			past due
								due
Property type:
Retail		$	—		$	—		$	10		$	10		$	2,063		$	2,073
Industrial			2			2			16			20			1,561			1,581
Office			—			—			6			6			1,552			1,558
Apartments			—			—			—			—			491			491
Mixed use/other			1			—			—			1			228			229
Total recorded investment		$	3		$	2		$	32		$	37		$	5,895		$	5,932
% of total commercial mortgage loans			—	%		—	%		1	%		1	%		99	%		100	%
As of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, we had no commercial mortgage loans that were past due for more than 90 days and still accruing interest. We also did not have any commercial mortgage loans that were past due for less than 90 days on non-accrual status as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013.
We evaluate the impairment of commercial mortgage loans on an individual loan basis. As of March 31, 2014, our commercial mortgage loans greater than 90 days past due included loans with appraised values in excess of the recorded investment and the current recorded investment of these loans was expected to be recoverable.
During the three months ended March 31, 2014 and the year ended December 31, 2013, we modified or extended 3 and 33 commercial mortgage loans, respectively, with a total carrying value of $23 million and $165 million, respectively. All of these modifications or extensions were based on current market interest rates, did not result in any forgiveness in the outstanding principal amount owed by the borrower and were not considered troubled debt restructurings.
The following table sets forth the allowance for credit losses and recorded investment in commercial mortgage loans as of or for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended
		March 31,
(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
Allowance for credit losses:
Beginning balance		$	33		$	42
Charge-offs			(1	)		—
Recoveries			—			—
Provision			(2	)		(2	)
Ending balance		$	30		$	40
Ending allowance for individually impaired loans		$	—		$	—
Ending allowance for loans not individually impaired that were evaluated collectively for impairment		$	30		$	40
Recorded investment:
Ending balance		$	5,924		$	5,904
Ending balance of individually impaired loans		$	17		$	—
Ending balance of loans not individually impaired that were evaluated collectively for impairment		$	5,907		$	5,904
As of March 31, 2014, we had individually impaired commercial mortgage loans included within the industrial property type with a recorded investment of $15 million, an unpaid principal balance of $16 million, charge-offs of $1 million and an average recorded investment of $15 million. As of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, we had individually impaired commercial mortgage loans included within the retail property type with a recorded investment of $2 million, an unpaid principal balance of $3 million, charge-offs of $1 million, which were recorded in the second quarter of 2013, and an average recorded investment of $2 million.
In evaluating the credit quality of commercial mortgage loans, we assess the performance of the underlying loans using both quantitative and qualitative criteria. Certain risks associated with commercial mortgage loans can be evaluated by reviewing both the loan-to-value and debt service coverage ratio to understand both the probability of the borrower not being able to make the necessary loan payments as well as the ability to sell the underlying property for an amount that would enable us to recover our unpaid principal balance in the event of default by the borrower. The average loan-to-value ratio is based on our most recent estimate of the fair value for the underlying property which is evaluated at least annually and updated more frequently if necessary to better indicate risk associated with the loan. A lower loan-to-value indicates that our loan value is more likely to be recovered in the event of default by the borrower if the property was sold. The debt service coverage ratio is based on “normalized” annual net operating income of the property compared to the payments required under the terms of the loan. Normalization allows for the removal of annual one-time events such as capital expenditures, prepaid or late real estate tax payments or non-recurring third-party fees (such as legal, consulting or contract fees). This ratio is evaluated at least annually and updated more frequently if necessary to better indicate risk associated with the loan. A higher debt service coverage ratio indicates the borrower is less likely to default on the loan. The debt service coverage ratio should not be used without considering other factors associated with the borrower, such as the borrower’s liquidity or access to other resources that may result in our expectation that the borrower will continue to make the future scheduled payments.
The following tables set forth the loan-to-value of commercial mortgage loans by property type as of the dates indicated:
		March 31, 2014
(Amounts in millions)		0% - 50%			51% - 60%			61% - 75%			76% - 100%			Greater			Total
														than 100% (1)
Property type:
Retail		$	597		$	451		$	947		$	86		$	22		$	2,103
Industrial			448			238			781			79			34			1,580
Office			406			172			726			145			60			1,509
Apartments			204			87			186			16			—			493
Mixed use/other			71			47			109			12			—			239
Total recorded investment		$	1,726		$	995		$	2,749		$	338		$	116		$	5,924
% of total			29	%		17	%		46	%		6	%		2	%		100	%
Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio			2.12			2.03			1.55			1.04			0.52			1.75
(1)	Included $17 million of impaired loans, $3 million of loans past due and not individually impaired and $96 million of loans in good standing, where borrowers continued to make timely payments, with a total weighted-average loan-to-value of 119%.
		December 31, 2013
(Amounts in millions)		0% - 50%			51% - 60%			61% - 75%			76% - 100%			Greater			Total
														than 100% (1)
Property type:
Retail		$	596		$	336		$	1,024		$	95		$	22		$	2,073
Industrial			430			237			748			146			20			1,581
Office			397			191			716			191			63			1,558
Apartments			201			86			176			27			1			491
Mixed use/other			71			36			110			12			—			229
Total recorded investment		$	1,695		$	886		$	2,774		$	471		$	106		$	5,932
% of total			28	%		15	%		47	%		8	%		2	%		100	%
Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio			2.14			1.79			1.66			1.03			0.63			1.75
(1)	Included $2 million of impaired loans, $5 millions of delinquent loans and $99 million of loans in good standing, where borrowers continued to make timely payments, with a total weighted-average loan-to-value of 119%.
The following tables set forth the debt service coverage ratio for fixed rate commercial mortgage loans by property type as of the dates indicated:
		March 31, 2014
(Amounts in millions)		Less than 1.00			1.00 - 1.25			1.26 - 1.50			1.51 - 2.00			Greater			Total
														than 2.00
Property type:
Retail		$	103		$	322		$	437		$	759		$	381		$	2,002
Industrial			193			106			293			701			287			1,580
Office			124			186			220			640			332			1,502
Apartments			13			38			107			182			153			493
Mixed use/other			16			8			32			118			65			239
Total recorded investment		$	449		$	660		$	1,089		$	2,400		$	1,218		$	5,816
% of total			8	%		11	%		19	%		41	%		21	%		100	%
Weighted-average loan-to-value			79	%		67	%		63	%		60	%		43	%		59	%
		31-Dec-13
(Amounts in millions)		Less than 1.00			1.00 - 1.25			1.26 - 1.50			1.51 - 2.00			Greater			Total
														than 2.00
Property type:
Retail		$	106		$	314		$	374		$	779		$	399		$	1,972
Industrial			195			100			270			721			295			1,581
Office			131			181			225			637			376			1,550
Apartments			3			31			107			187			163			491
Mixed use/other			16			9			32			106			66			229
Total recorded investment		$	451		$	635		$	1,008		$	2,430		$	1,299		$	5,823
% of total			8	%		11	%		17	%		42	%		22	%		100	%
Weighted-average loan-to-value			80	%		68	%		63	%		60	%		43	%		59	%
As of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, we had floating rate commercial mortgage loans of $108 million and $109 million, respectively.
(f) Restricted Commercial Mortgage Loans Related To Securitization Entities
We have a consolidated securitization entity that holds commercial mortgage loans that are recorded as restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities.
(g) Restricted Other Invested Assets Related To Securitization Entities
We have consolidated securitization entities that hold certain investments that are recorded as restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities. The consolidated securitization entities hold certain investments as trading securities whereby the changes in fair value are recorded in current period income (loss). The trading securities comprise asset-backed securities, including residual interest in certain policy loan securitization entities and highly rated bonds that are primarily backed by credit card receivables.

Derivative_Instruments

Derivative Instruments	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Derivative Instruments	'
	(5) Derivative Instruments
	Our business activities routinely deal with fluctuations in interest rates, equity prices, currency exchange rates and other asset and liability prices. We use derivative instruments to mitigate or reduce certain of these risks. We have established policies for managing each of these risks, including prohibitions on derivatives market-making and other speculative derivatives activities. These policies require the use of derivative instruments in concert with other techniques to reduce or mitigate these risks. While we use derivatives to mitigate or reduce risks, certain derivatives do not meet the accounting requirements to be designated as hedging instruments and are denoted as “derivatives not designated as hedges” in the following disclosures. For derivatives that meet the accounting requirements to be designated as hedges, the following disclosures for these derivatives are denoted as “derivatives designated as hedges,” which include both cash flow and fair value hedges.
	The following table sets forth our positions in derivative instruments as of the dates indicated:
			Derivative assets										Derivative liabilities
					Fair value										Fair value
	(Amounts in millions)		Balance		March 31,				December 31,				Balance		March 31,				December 31,
			sheet classification		2014				2013				sheet classification		2014				2013
	Derivatives designated as hedges
	Cash flow hedges:
	Interest rate swaps		Other invested assets		$	159			$	121			Other liabilities		$	268			$	569
	Inflation indexed swaps		Other invested assets			—				—			Other liabilities			63				60
	Foreign currency swaps		Other invested assets			3				4			Other liabilities			2				2
	Forward bond purchase commitments		Other invested assets			4				—			Other liabilities			—				13
	Total cash flow hedges					166				125						333				644
	Fair value hedges:
	Interest rate swaps		Other invested assets			—				1			Other liabilities			—				—
	Total fair value hedges					—				1						—				—
	Total derivatives designated as hedges					166				126						333				644
	Derivatives not designated as hedges
	Interest rate swaps		Other invested assets			339				314			Other liabilities			41				6
	Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities		Restricted other			—				—			Other liabilities			19				16
			invested assets
	Credit default swaps		Other invested assets			9				11			Other liabilities			—				—
	Credit default swaps related to securitization entities		Restricted other			—				—			Other liabilities			25				32
			invested assets
	Equity index options		Other invested assets			11				12			Other liabilities			—				—
	Financial futures		Other invested assets			—				—			Other liabilities			—				—
	Equity return swaps		Other invested assets			—				—			Other liabilities			—				1
	Other foreign currency contracts		Other invested assets			5				8			Other liabilities			11				4
	GMWB embedded derivatives		Reinsurance			2				(1	)		Policyholder			138				96
			recoverable (1)										account balances (2)
	Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives		Other assets (3)			—				—			Policyholder			180				143
													account balances (3)
	Total derivatives not designated as hedges					366				344						414				298
	Total derivatives				$	532			$	470					$	747			$	942
	(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our guaranteed minimum withdrawal benefits (“GMWB”) liabilities.
	(2)	Represents the embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
	(3)	Represents the embedded derivatives associated with our fixed index annuity liabilities.
	The fair value of derivative positions presented above was not offset by the respective collateral amounts retained or provided under these agreements. The amounts recognized for derivative counterparty collateral retained by us was recorded in other invested assets with a corresponding amount recorded in other liabilities to represent our obligation to return the collateral retained by us.
	The activity associated with derivative instruments can generally be measured by the change in notional value over the periods presented. However, for GMWB and fixed index annuity embedded derivatives, the change between periods is best illustrated by the number of policies. The following tables represent activity associated with derivative instruments as of the dates indicated:
	(Notional in millions)		Measurement		December 31,				Additions				Maturities/				March 31,
					2013								terminations				2014
	Derivatives designated as hedges
	Cash flow hedges:
	Interest rate swaps		Notional		$	13,926			$	—			$	(225	)		$	13,701
	Inflation indexed swaps		Notional			561				3				(2	)			562
	Foreign currency swaps		Notional			35				—				—				35
	Forward bond purchase commitments		Notional			237				—				(39	)			198
	Total cash flow hedges					14,759				3				(266	)			14,496
	Fair value hedges:
	Interest rate swaps		Notional			6				—				(1	)			5
	Total fair value hedges					6				—				(1	)			5
	Total derivatives designated as hedges					14,765				3				(267	)			14,501
	Derivatives not designated as hedges
	Interest rate swaps		Notional			4,822				—				—				4,822
	Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities		Notional			91				—				(3	)			88
	Credit default swaps		Notional			639				—				—				639
	Credit default swaps related to securitization entities		Notional			312				—				—				312
	Equity index options		Notional			777				140				(123	)			794
	Financial futures		Notional			1,260				1,332				(1,286	)			1,306
	Equity return swaps		Notional			110				112				(110	)			112
	Other foreign currency contracts		Notional			487				58				(17	)			528
	Total derivatives not designated as hedges					8,498				1,642				(1,539	)			8,601
Total derivatives				$	23,263			$	1,645			$	(1,806	)		$	23,102
(Number of policies)		Measurement				December 31,				Additions				Maturities/				March 31,
						2013								terminations				2014
Derivatives not designated as hedges
GMWB embedded derivatives			Policies				42,045				—				(729	)			41,316
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			Policies				7,705				1,954				(51	)			9,608
Cash Flow Hedges
Certain derivative instruments are designated as cash flow hedges. The changes in fair value of these instruments are recorded as a component of OCI. We designate and account for the following as cash flow hedges when they have met the effectiveness requirements: (i) various types of interest rate swaps to convert floating rate investments to fixed rate investments; (ii) various types of interest rate swaps to convert floating rate liabilities into fixed rate liabilities; (iii) receive U.S. dollar fixed on foreign currency swaps to hedge the foreign currency cash flow exposure of foreign currency denominated investments; (iv) forward starting interest rate swaps to hedge against changes in interest rates associated with future fixed rate bond purchases and/or interest income; (v) forward bond purchase commitments to hedge against the variability in the anticipated cash flows required to purchase future fixed rate bonds; and (vi) other instruments to hedge the cash flows of various forecasted transactions.
The following table provides information about the pre-tax income (loss) effects of cash flow hedges for the three months ended March 31, 2014:
(Amounts in millions)		Gain (loss)				Gain (loss)				Classification of gain		Gain (loss)				Classification of gain
		recognized in OCI				reclassified into				(loss) reclassified into		recognized in				(loss) recognized in
						net income				net income		net income (1)				net income
						from OCI
Interest rate swaps hedging assets		$	357			$	15			Net investment		$	4			Net investment
										income						gains (losses)
Interest rate swaps hedging liabilities			(20	)			—			Interest expense			—			Net investment
																gains (losses)
Inflation indexed swaps			(3	)			(1	)		Net investment			—			Net investment
										income						gains (losses)
Forward bond purchase commitments			18				—			Net investment			—			Net investment
										income						gains (losses)
Total		$	352			$	14					$	4
(1)	Represents ineffective portion of cash flow hedges as there were no amounts excluded from the measurement of effectiveness.
The following table provides information about the pre-tax income (loss) effects of cash flow hedges for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
(Amounts in millions)		Gain (loss)				Gain (loss)				Classification of gain		Gain (loss)				Classification of gain
		recognized in OCI				reclassified into				(loss) reclassified into		recognized in				(loss) recognized in
						net income				net income		net income (1)				net income
						from OCI
Interest rate swaps hedging assets		$	(153	)		$	9			Net investment		$	(3	)		Net investment
										income						gains (losses)
Interest rate swaps hedging liabilities			—				1			Interest expense			—			Net investment
																gains (losses)
Inflation indexed swaps			9				3			Net investment			—			Net investment
										income						gains (losses)
Foreign currency swaps			1				—			Interest expense			—			Net investment
																gains (losses)
Forward bond purchase commitments			(14	)			—			Net investment			—			Net investment
										income						gains (losses)
Total		$	(157	)		$	13					$	(3	)
(1)	Represents ineffective portion of cash flow hedges as there were no amounts excluded from the measurement of effectiveness.
The following table provides a reconciliation of current period changes, net of applicable income taxes, for these designated derivatives presented in the separate component of stockholders’ equity labeled “derivatives qualifying as hedges,” for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended
		March 31,
(Amounts in millions)		2014				2013
Derivatives qualifying as effective accounting hedges as of January 1		$	1,319			$	1,909
Current period increases (decreases) in fair value, net of deferred taxes of $(124) and $55			228				(102	)
Reclassification to net (income) loss, net of deferred taxes of $5 and $5			(9	)			(8	)
Derivatives qualifying as effective accounting hedges as of March 31		$	1,538			$	1,799
The total of derivatives designated as cash flow hedges of $1,538 million, net of taxes, recorded in stockholders’ equity as of March 31, 2014 is expected to be reclassified to net income in the future, concurrently with and primarily offsetting changes in interest expense and interest income on floating rate instruments and interest income on future fixed rate bond purchases. Of this amount, $43 million, net of taxes, is expected to be reclassified to net income in the next 12 months. Actual amounts may vary from this amount as a result of market conditions. All forecasted transactions associated with qualifying cash flow hedges are expected to occur by 2047. No amounts were reclassified to net income during the three months ended March 31, 2014 in connection with forecasted transactions that were no longer considered probable of occurring.
Fair Value Hedges
Certain derivative instruments are designated as fair value hedges. The changes in fair value of these instruments are recorded in net income. In addition, changes in the fair value attributable to the hedged portion of the underlying instrument are reported in net income. We designate and account for the following as fair value hedges when they have met the effectiveness requirements: (i) interest rate swaps to convert fixed rate investments to floating rate investments; (ii) interest rate swaps to convert fixed rate liabilities into floating rate liabilities; (iii) cross currency swaps to convert non-U.S. dollar fixed rate liabilities to floating rate U.S. dollar liabilities; and (iv) other instruments to hedge various fair value exposures of investments.
There were no pre-tax income (loss) effects of fair value hedges and related hedged items for the three months ended March 31, 2014. The following table provides information about the pre-tax income (loss) effects of fair value hedges and related hedged items for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
		Derivative instrument												Hedged item
(Amounts in millions)		Gain (loss)				Classification		Other impacts				Classification		Gain (loss)				Classification
		recognized in				of gain (losses)		to net				of other		recognized in				of gain (losses)
		net income				recognized in net		income				impacts to		net income				recognized in net
						income						net income						income
Interest rate swaps hedging liabilities		$	(8	)		Net investment		$	8			Interest		$	8			Net investment
						gains (losses)						credited						gains (losses)
Foreign currency swaps			(31	)		Net investment			—			Interest			31			Net investment
						gains (losses)						credited						gains (losses)
Total		$	(39	)				$	8					$	39
The difference between the gain (loss) recognized for the derivative instrument and the hedged item presented above represents the net ineffectiveness of the fair value hedging relationships. The other impacts presented above represent the net income effects of the derivative instruments that are presented in the same location as the income (loss) activity from the hedged item. There were no amounts excluded from the measurement of effectiveness.
Derivatives Not Designated As Hedges
We also enter into certain non-qualifying derivative instruments such as: (i) interest rate swaps and financial futures to mitigate interest rate risk as part of managing regulatory capital positions; (ii) credit default swaps to enhance yield and reproduce characteristics of investments with similar terms and credit risk; (iii) equity index options, equity return swaps, interest rate swaps and financial futures to mitigate the risks associated with liabilities that have guaranteed minimum benefits and fixed index annuities; (iv) interest rate swaps where the hedging relationship does not qualify for hedge accounting; (v) credit default swaps to mitigate loss exposure to certain credit risk; (vi) foreign currency forward contracts and options to mitigate currency risk associated with investments and future dividends and other cash flows from certain foreign subsidiaries to our holding company; and (vii) equity index options to mitigate certain macroeconomic risks associated with certain foreign subsidiaries. Additionally, we provide GMWBs on certain variable annuities that are required to be bifurcated as embedded derivatives. We also offer fixed index annuity products and have reinsurance agreements with certain features that are required to be bifurcated as embedded derivatives.
We also have derivatives related to securitization entities where we were required to consolidate the related securitization entity as a result of our involvement in the structure. The counterparties for these derivatives typically only have recourse to the securitization entity. The interest rate swaps used for these entities are typically used to effectively convert the interest payments on the assets of the securitization entity to the same basis as the interest rate on the borrowings issued by the securitization entity. Credit default swaps are utilized in certain securitization entities to enhance the yield payable on the borrowings issued by the securitization entity and also include a settlement feature that allows the securitization entity to provide the par value of assets in the securitization entity for the amount of any losses incurred under the credit default swap.
The following table provides the pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income for the effects of derivatives not designated as hedges for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended March 31,								Classification of gain (loss) recognized
(Amounts in millions)		2014				2013				in net income
Interest rate swaps		$	(3	)		$	1				Net investment gains (losses)
Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities			(3	)			2				Net investment gains (losses)
Credit default swaps			—				4				Net investment gains (losses)
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			7				8				Net investment gains (losses)
Equity index options			(7	)			(16	)			Net investment gains (losses)
Financial futures			27				(97	)			Net investment gains (losses)
Equity return swaps			(1	)			(10	)			Net investment gains (losses)
Other foreign currency contracts			(9	)			—				Net investment gains (losses)
GMWB embedded derivatives			(31	)			82				Net investment gains (losses)
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			(1	)			(3	)			Net investment gains (losses)
Total derivatives not designated as hedges		$	(21	)		$	(29	)
Derivative Counterparty Credit Risk
Most of our derivative arrangements with counterparties require the posting of collateral upon meeting certain net exposure thresholds. For derivatives related to securitization entities, there are no arrangements that require either party to provide collateral and the recourse of the derivative counterparty is typically limited to the assets held by the securitization entity and there is no recourse to any entity other than the securitization entity.
The following tables present additional information about derivative assets and liabilities subject to an enforceable master netting arrangement as of the dates indicated:
		March 31, 2014
														Gross amounts not offset
														in the balance sheet
(Amounts in millions)		Gross				Gross amounts				Net amounts				Financial				Collateral			Over			Net
		amounts				offset in the				presented in the				instruments (3)				pledged/			collateralization			amount
		recognized				balance sheet				balance sheet								received
Derivative assets (1)		$	574			$	—			$	574			$	(210	)		$	(355	)	$	20		$	29
Derivative liabilities (2)			410				—				410				(210	)			(196	)		10			14
Net derivatives		$	164			$	—			$	164			$	—			$	(159	)	$	10		$	15
(1)	Included $44 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other assets and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives.
(2)	Included $25 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other liabilities and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities.
(3)	Amounts represent derivative assets and/or liabilities that are presented gross within the balance sheet but are held with the same counterparty where we have a master netting arrangement. This adjustment results in presenting the net asset and net liability position for each counterparty.
		December 31, 2013
														Gross amounts not offset
														in the balance sheet
(Amounts in millions)		Gross				Gross amounts				Net amounts				Financial				Collateral			Over			Net
		amounts				offset in the				presented in the				instruments (3)				pledged/			collateralization			amount
		recognized				balance sheet				balance sheet								received
Derivative assets (1)		$	496			$	—			$	496			$	(286	)		$	(199	)	$	16		$	27
Derivative liabilities (2)			662				—				662				(286	)			(394	)		23			5
Net derivatives		$	(166	)		$	—			$	(166	)		$	—			$	195		$	(7	)	$	22
(1)	Included $25 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other assets and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives.
(2)	Included $7 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other liabilities and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities.
(3)	Amounts represent derivative assets and/or liabilities that are presented gross within the balance sheet but are held with the same counterparty where we have a master netting arrangement. This adjustment results in presenting the net asset and net liability position for each counterparty.
Except for derivatives related to securitization entities, almost all of our master swap agreements contain credit downgrade provisions that allow either party to assign or terminate derivative transactions if the other party’s long-term unsecured debt rating or financial strength rating is below the limit defined in the applicable agreement. If the downgrade provisions had been triggered as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, we could have been allowed to claim or required to disburse up to the net amounts shown in the last column of the charts above. The charts above exclude embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities as those derivatives are not subject to master netting arrangements.
Credit Derivatives
We sell protection under single name credit default swaps and credit default swap index tranches in combination with purchasing securities to replicate characteristics of similar investments based on the credit quality and term of the credit default swap. Credit default triggers for both indexed reference entities and single name reference entities follow the Credit Derivatives Physical Settlement Matrix published by the International Swaps and Derivatives Association. Under these terms, credit default triggers are defined as bankruptcy, failure to pay or restructuring, if applicable. Our maximum exposure to credit loss equals the notional value for credit default swaps. In the event of default for credit default swaps, we are typically required to pay the protection holder the full notional value less a recovery rate determined at auction.
In addition to the credit derivatives discussed above, we also have credit derivative instruments related to securitization entities that we consolidate. These derivatives represent a customized index of reference entities with specified attachment points for certain derivatives. The credit default triggers are similar to those described above. In the event of default, the securitization entity will provide the counterparty with the par value of assets held in the securitization entity for the amount of incurred loss on the credit default swap. The maximum exposure to loss for the securitization entity is the notional value of the derivatives. Certain losses on these credit default swaps would be absorbed by the third-party noteholders of the securitization entity and the remaining losses on the credit default swaps would be absorbed by our portion of the notes issued by the securitization entity.
The following table sets forth our credit default swaps where we sell protection on single name reference entities and the fair values as of the dates indicated:
		March 31, 2014												December 31, 2013
(Amounts in millions)		Notional				Assets				Liabilities				Notional				Assets			Liabilities
		value												value
Investment grade
Matures in less than one year		$	—			$	—			$	—			$	—			$	—		$	—
Matures after one year through five years			39				1				—				39				1			—
Total credit default swaps on single name reference entities		$	39			$	1			$	—			$	39			$	1		$	—
The following table sets forth our credit default swaps where we sell protection on credit default swap index tranches and the fair values as of the dates indicated:
		March 31, 2014												December 31, 2013
(Amounts in millions)		Notional				Assets				Liabilities				Notional				Assets			Liabilities
		value												value
Original index tranche attachment/detachment point and maturity:
7%—15% matures after one year through five years (1)		$	100			$	2			$	—			$	100			$	3		$	—
9%—12% matures after one year through five years (2)			250				4				—				250				5			—
10%—15% matures in less than one year (3)			250				2				—				250				2			—
Total credit default swap index tranches			600				8				—				600				10			—
Customized credit default swap index tranches related to securitization entities:
Portion backing third-party borrowings maturing 2017 (4)			12				—				—				12				—			1
Portion backing our interest maturing 2017 (5)			300				—				25				300				—			31
Total customized credit default swap index tranches related to securitization entities			312				—				25				312				—			32
Total credit default swaps on index tranches		$	912			$	8			$	25			$	912			$	10		$	32
(1)	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 7% – 15%.
(2)	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 9% – 12%.
(3)	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 10% – 15%.
(4)	Original notional value was $39 million.
(5)	Original notional value was $300 million.

Fair_Value_of_Financial_Instru

Fair Value of Financial Instruments	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Fair Value of Financial Instruments	'
	(6) Fair Value of Financial Instruments
	Assets and liabilities that are reflected in the accompanying consolidated financial statements at fair value are not included in the following disclosure of fair value. Such items include cash and cash equivalents, investment securities, separate accounts, securities held as collateral and derivative instruments. Other financial assets and liabilities—those not carried at fair value—are discussed below. Apart from certain of our borrowings and certain marketable securities, few of the instruments discussed below are actively traded and their fair values must often be determined using models. The fair value estimates are made at a specific point in time, based upon available market information and judgments about the financial instruments, including estimates of the timing and amount of expected future cash flows and the credit standing of counterparties. Such estimates do not reflect any premium or discount that could result from offering for sale at one time our entire holdings of a particular financial instrument, nor do they consider the tax impact of the realization of unrealized gains or losses. In many cases, the fair value estimates cannot be substantiated by comparison to independent markets.
	The basis on which we estimate fair value is as follows:
	Commercial mortgage loans. Based on recent transactions and/or discounted future cash flows, using current market rates. Given the limited availability of data related to transactions for similar instruments, we typically classify these loans as Level 3.
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans. Based on recent transactions and/or discounted future cash flows, using current market rates. Given the limited availability of data related to transactions for similar instruments, we typically classify these loans as Level 3.
	Other invested assets. Primarily represents short-term investments and limited partnerships accounted for under the cost method. The fair value of short-term investments typically does not include significant unobservable inputs and approximate our amortized cost basis. As a result, short-term investments are classified as Level 2. Limited partnerships are valued based on comparable market transactions, discounted future cash flows, quoted market prices and/or estimates using the most recent data available for the underlying instrument. Cost method limited partnerships typically include significant unobservable inputs as a result of being relatively illiquid with limited market activity for similar instruments and are classified as Level 3.
	Long-term borrowings. We utilize available market data when determining fair value of long-term borrowings issued in the United States and Canada, which includes data on recent trades for the same or similar financial instruments. Accordingly, these instruments are classified as Level 2 measurements. In cases where market data is not available such as our long-term borrowings in Australia, we use broker quotes for which we consider the valuation methodology utilized by the third party, but the valuation typically includes significant unobservable inputs. Accordingly, we classify these borrowings where fair value is based on our consideration of broker quotes as Level 3 measurements.
	Non-recourse funding obligations. We use an internal model to determine fair value using the current floating rate coupon and expected life/final maturity of the instrument discounted using the floating rate index and current market spread assumption, which is estimated based on recent transactions for these instruments or similar instruments as well as other market information or broker provided data. Given these instruments are private and very little market activity exists, our current market spread assumption is considered to have significant unobservable inputs in calculating fair value and, therefore, results in the fair value of these instruments being classified as Level 3.
	Borrowings related to securitization entities. Based on market quotes or comparable market transactions. Some of these borrowings are publicly traded debt securities and are classified as Level 2. Certain borrowings are not publicly traded and are classified as Level 3.
	Investment contracts. Based on expected future cash flows, discounted at current market rates for annuity contracts or institutional products. Given the significant unobservable inputs associated with policyholder behavior and current market rate assumptions used to discount the expected future cash flows, we classify these instruments as Level 3 except for certain funding agreement-backed notes that are traded in the marketplace as a security and are classified as Level 2.
	The following represents our estimated fair value of financial assets and liabilities that are not required to be carried at fair value as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014
			Notional				Carrying			Fair value
	(Amounts in millions)		amount				amount			Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	Assets:
	Commercial mortgage loans		$		(1)		$	5,894		$	6,261		$	—		$	—		$	6,261
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans				(1)			227			255			—			—			255
	Other invested assets				(1)			216			226			—			133			93
	Liabilities:
	Long-term borrowings				(1)			5,150			5,708			—			5,574			134
	Non-recourse funding obligations				(1)			2,030			1,454			—			—			1,454
	Borrowings related to securitization entities				(1)			160			175			—			175			—
	Investment contracts				(1)			17,585			18,087			—			85			18,002
	Other firm commitments:
	Commitments to fund limited partnerships			65				—			—			—			—			—
	Ordinary course of business lending commitments			95				—			—			—			—			—
			December 31, 2013
			Notional				Carrying			Fair value
	(Amounts in millions)		amount				amount			Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	Assets:
	Commercial mortgage loans		$		(1)		$	5,899		$	6,137		$	—		$	—		$	6,137
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans				(1)			233			258			—			—			258
	Other invested assets				(1)			307			311			—			221			90
	Liabilities:
	Long-term borrowings				(1)			5,161			5,590			—			5,460			130
	Non-recourse funding obligations				(1)			2,038			1,459			—			—			1,459
	Borrowings related to securitization entities				(1)			167			182			—			182			—
	Investment contracts				(1)			17,330			17,827			—			86			17,741
	Other firm commitments:
	Commitments to fund limited partnerships			65				—			—			—			—			—
	Ordinary course of business lending commitments			138				—			—			—			—			—
	(1)	These financial instruments do not have notional amounts.
	Recurring Fair Value Measurements
	We have fixed maturity, equity and trading securities, derivatives, embedded derivatives, securities held as collateral, separate account assets and certain other financial instruments, which are carried at fair value. Below is a description of the valuation techniques and inputs used to determine fair value by class of instrument.
	Fixed maturity, equity and trading securities
	The valuations of fixed maturity, equity and trading securities are determined using a market approach, income approach or a combination of the market and income approach depending on the type of instrument and availability of information. For all exchange-traded equity securities, the valuations are classified as Level 1.
	We utilize certain third-party data providers when determining fair value. We consider information obtained from third-party pricing services (“pricing services”) as well as third-party broker provided prices, or broker quotes, in our determination of fair value. Additionally, we utilize internal models to determine the valuation of securities using an income approach where the inputs are based on third-party provided market inputs. While we consider the valuations provided by pricing services and broker quotes to be of high quality, management determines the fair value of our investment securities after considering all relevant and available information. We also use various methods to obtain an understanding of the valuation methodologies and procedures used by third-party data providers to ensure sufficient understanding to evaluate the valuation data received, including an understanding of the assumptions and inputs utilized to determine the appropriate fair value. For pricing services, we analyze the prices provided by our primary pricing services to other readily available pricing services and perform a detailed review of the assumptions and inputs from each pricing service to determine the appropriate fair value when pricing differences exceed certain thresholds. We also evaluate changes in fair value that are greater than 10% each month to further aid in our review of the accuracy of fair value measurements and our understanding of changes in fair value, with more detailed reviews performed by the asset managers responsible for the related asset class associated with the security being reviewed.
	In general, we first obtain valuations from pricing services. If a price is not supplied by a pricing service, we will typically seek a broker quote for public or private fixed maturity securities. In certain instances, we utilize price caps for broker quoted securities where the estimated market yield results in a valuation that may exceed the amount that we believe would be received in a market transaction. For certain private fixed maturity securities where we do not obtain valuations from pricing services, we utilize an internal model to determine fair value since transactions for identical securities are not readily observable and these securities are not typically valued by pricing services. For all securities, excluding certain private fixed maturity securities, if neither a pricing service nor broker quotes valuation is available, we determine fair value using internal models.
	For pricing services, we obtain an understanding of the pricing methodologies and procedures for each type of instrument. Additionally, on a monthly basis we review a sample of securities, examining the pricing service’s assumptions to determine if we agree with the service’s derived price. In general, a pricing service does not provide a price for a security if sufficient information is not readily available to determine fair value or if such security is not in the specific sector or class covered by a particular pricing service. Given our understanding of the pricing methodologies and procedures of pricing services, the securities valued by pricing services are typically classified as Level 2 unless we determine the valuation process for a security or group of securities utilizes significant unobservable inputs, which would result in the valuation being classified as Level 3.
	For private fixed maturity securities, we utilize an internal model to determine fair value and utilize public bond spreads by sector, rating and maturity to develop the market rate that would be utilized for a similar public bond. We then add an additional premium, which represents an unobservable input, to the public bond spread to adjust for the liquidity and other features of our private placements. We utilize the estimated market yield to discount the expected cash flows of the security to determine fair value. In certain instances, we utilize price caps for securities where the estimated market yield results in a valuation that may exceed the amount that would be received in a market transaction. When a security does not have an external rating, we assign the security an internal rating to determine the appropriate public bond spread that should be utilized in the valuation. While we generally consider the public bond spreads by sector and maturity to be observable inputs, we evaluate the similarities of our private placement with the public bonds, any price caps utilized, liquidity premiums applied, and whether external ratings are available for our private placements to determine whether the spreads utilized would be considered observable inputs. We classify private securities without an external rating and public bond spread as Level 3. In general, increases (decreases) in credit spreads will decrease (increase) the fair value for our fixed maturity securities.
	For broker quotes, we consider the valuation methodology utilized by the third party, but the valuation typically includes significant unobservable inputs. Accordingly, we classify the securities where fair value is based on our consideration of broker quotes as Level 3 measurements.
	For remaining securities priced using internal models, we maximize the use of observable inputs but typically utilize significant unobservable inputs to determine fair value. Accordingly, the valuations are typically classified as Level 3.
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities
	We have trading securities related to securitization entities that are classified as restricted other invested assets and are carried at fair value. The trading securities represent asset-backed securities. The valuation for trading securities is determined using a market approach and/or an income approach depending on the availability of information. For certain highly rated asset-backed securities, there is observable market information for transactions of the same or similar instruments, which is provided to us by a third-party pricing service and is classified as Level 2. For certain securities that are not actively traded, we determine fair value after considering third-party broker provided prices or discounted expected cash flows using current yields for similar securities and classify these valuations as Level 3.
	Securities lending and derivative counterparty collateral
	The fair value of securities held as collateral is primarily based on Level 2 inputs from market information for the collateral that is held on our behalf by the custodian. We determine fair value after considering prices obtained by third-party pricing services.
	Contingent consideration
	We have certain contingent purchase price payments and receivables related to acquisitions and sales that are recorded at fair value each period. Fair value is determined using an income approach whereby we project the expected performance of the business and compare our projections of the relevant performance metric to the thresholds established in the purchase or sale agreement to determine our expected payments or receipts. We then discount these expected amounts to calculate the fair value as of the valuation date. We evaluate the underlying projections used in determining fair value each period and update these underlying projections when there have been significant changes in our expectations of the future business performance. The inputs used to determine the discount rate and expected payments or receipts are primarily based on significant unobservable inputs and result in the fair value of the contingent consideration being classified as Level 3. An increase in the discount rate or a decrease in expected payments or receipts will result in a decrease in the fair value of contingent consideration.
	Separate account assets
	The fair value of separate account assets is based on the quoted prices of the underlying fund investments and, therefore, represents Level 1 pricing.
	Derivatives
	We consider counterparty collateral arrangements and rights of set-off when evaluating our net credit risk exposure to our derivative counterparties. Accordingly, we are permitted to include consideration of these arrangements when determining whether any incremental adjustment should be made for both the counterparty’s and our non-performance risk in measuring fair value for our derivative instruments. As a result of these counterparty arrangements, we determined that any adjustment for credit risk would not be material and we do not record any incremental adjustment for our non-performance risk or the non-performance risk of the derivative counterparty for our derivative assets or liabilities. We determine fair value for our derivatives using an income approach with internal models based on relevant market inputs for each derivative instrument. We also compare the fair value determined using our internal model to the valuations provided by our derivative counterparties with any significant differences or changes in valuation being evaluated further by our derivatives professionals that are familiar with the instrument and market inputs used in the valuation.
	Interest rate swaps. The valuation of interest rate swaps is determined using an income approach. The primary input into the valuation represents the forward interest rate swap curve, which is generally considered an observable input, and results in the derivative being classified as Level 2. For certain interest rate swaps, the inputs into the valuation also include the total returns of certain bonds that would primarily be considered an observable input and result in the derivative being classified as Level 2. For certain other swaps, there are features that provide an option to the counterparty to terminate the swap at specified dates. The interest rate volatility input used to value these options would be considered a significant unobservable input and results in the fair value measurement of the derivative being classified as Level 3. These options to terminate the swap by the counterparty are based on forward interest rate swap curves and volatility. As interest rate volatility increases, our valuation of the derivative changes unfavorably.
Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities. The valuation of interest rate swaps related to securitization entities is determined using an income approach. The primary input into the valuation represents the forward interest rate swap curve, which is generally considered an observable input, and results in the derivative being classified as Level 2.
Inflation indexed swaps. The valuation of inflation indexed swaps is determined using an income approach. The primary inputs into the valuation represent the forward interest rate swap curve, the current consumer price index and the forward consumer price index curve, which are generally considered observable inputs, and results in the derivative being classified as Level 2.
Foreign currency swaps. The valuation of foreign currency swaps is determined using an income approach. The primary inputs into the valuation represent the forward interest rate swap curve and foreign currency exchange rates, both of which are considered an observable input, and results in the derivative being classified as Level 2.
Credit default swaps. We have both single name credit default swaps and index tranche credit default swaps. For single name credit default swaps, we utilize an income approach to determine fair value based on using current market information for the credit spreads of the reference entity, which is considered observable inputs based on the reference entities of our derivatives and results in these derivatives being classified as Level 2. For index tranche credit default swaps, we utilize an income approach that utilizes current market information related to credit spreads and expected defaults and losses associated with the reference entities that comprise the respective index associated with each derivative. There are significant unobservable inputs associated with the timing and amount of losses from the reference entities as well as the timing or amount of losses, if any, that will be absorbed by our tranche. Accordingly, the index tranche credit default swaps are classified as Level 3. As credit spreads widen for the underlying issuers comprising the index, the change in our valuation of these credit default swaps will be unfavorable.
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities. Credit default swaps related to securitization entities represent customized index tranche credit default swaps and are valued using a similar methodology as described above for index tranche credit default swaps. We determine fair value of these credit default swaps after considering both the valuation methodology described above as well as the valuation provided by the derivative counterparty. In addition to the valuation methodology and inputs described for index tranche credit default swaps, these customized credit default swaps contain a feature that permits the securitization entity to provide the par value of underlying assets in the securitization entity to settle any losses under the credit default swap. The valuation of this settlement feature is dependent upon the valuation of the underlying assets and the timing and amount of any expected loss on the credit default swap, which is considered a significant unobservable input. Accordingly, these customized index tranche credit default swaps related to securitization entities are classified as Level 3. As credit spreads widen for the underlying issuers comprising the customized index, the change in our valuation of these credit default swaps will be unfavorable.
Equity index options. We have equity index options associated with various equity indices. The valuation of equity index options is determined using an income approach. The primary inputs into the valuation represent forward interest rate volatility and time value component associated with the optionality in the derivative, which are considered significant unobservable inputs in most instances. The equity index volatility surface is determined based on market information that is not readily observable and is developed based upon inputs received from several third-party sources. Accordingly, these options are classified as Level 3. As equity index volatility increases, our valuation of these options changes favorably.
Financial futures. The fair value of financial futures is based on the closing exchange prices. Accordingly, these financial futures are classified as Level 1. The period end valuation is zero as a result of settling the margins on these contracts on a daily basis.
Equity return swaps. The valuation of equity return swaps is determined using an income approach. The primary inputs into the valuation represent the forward interest rate swap curve and underlying equity index values, which are generally considered observable inputs, and results in the derivative being classified as Level 2.
Forward bond purchase commitments. The valuation of forward bond purchase commitments is determined using an income approach. The primary input into the valuation represents the current bond prices and interest rates, which are generally considered an observable input, and results in the derivative being classified as Level 2.
Other foreign currency contracts. We have certain foreign currency options classified as other foreign currency contracts. The valuation of foreign currency options is determined using an income approach. The primary inputs into the valuation represent the forward interest rate swap curve, foreign currency exchange rates, forward interest rate, foreign currency exchange rate volatility, foreign equity index volatility and time value component associated with the optionality in the derivative. As a result of the significant unobservable inputs associated with the forward interest rate, foreign currency exchange rate volatility and foreign equity index volatility inputs, the derivative is classified as Level 3. As foreign currency exchange rate volatility and foreign equity index volatility increases, the change in our valuation of these options will be favorable for purchase options and unfavorable for options sold. We also have foreign currency forward contracts where the valuation is determined using an income approach. The primary inputs into the valuation represent the forward foreign currency exchange rates, which are generally considered observable inputs and results in the derivative being classified as Level 2.
GMWB embedded derivatives
We are required to bifurcate an embedded derivative for certain features associated with annuity products and related reinsurance agreements where we provide a GMWB to the policyholder and are required to record the GMWB embedded derivative at fair value. The valuation of our GMWB embedded derivative is based on an income approach that incorporates inputs such as forward interest rates, equity index volatility, equity index and fund correlation, and policyholder assumptions such as utilization, lapse and mortality. In addition to these inputs, we also consider risk and expense margins when determining the projected cash flows that would be determined by another market participant. While the risk and expense margins are considered in determining fair value, these inputs do not have a significant impact on the valuation. We determine fair value using an internal model based on the various inputs noted above. The resulting fair value measurement from the model is reviewed by the product actuarial, risk and finance professionals each reporting period with changes in fair value also being compared to changes in derivatives and other instruments used to mitigate changes in fair value from certain market risks, such as equity index volatility and interest rates.
For GMWB liabilities, non-performance risk is integrated into the discount rate. Our discount rate used to determine fair value of our GMWB liabilities includes market credit spreads above U.S. Treasury rates to reflect an adjustment for the non-performance risk of the GMWB liabilities. As of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013, the impact of non-performance risk resulted in a lower fair value of our GMWB liabilities of $53 million and $46 million, respectively.
To determine the appropriate discount rate to reflect the non-performance risk of the GMWB liabilities, we evaluate the non-performance risk in our liabilities based on a hypothetical exit market transaction as there is no exit market for these types of liabilities. A hypothetical exit market can be viewed as a hypothetical transfer of the liability to another similarly rated insurance company which would closely resemble a reinsurance transaction. Another hypothetical exit market transaction can be viewed as a hypothetical transaction from the perspective of the GMWB policyholder. In determining the appropriate discount rate to incorporate non-performance risk of the GMWB liabilities, we also considered the impacts of state guarantees embedded in the related insurance product as a form of inseparable third-party guarantee. We believe that a hypothetical exit market participant would use a similar discount rate as described above to value the liabilities.
For equity index volatility, we determine the projected equity market volatility using both historical volatility and projected equity market volatility with more significance being placed on projected near-term volatility and recent historical data. Given the different attributes and market characteristics of GMWB liabilities compared to equity index options in the derivative market, the equity index volatility assumption for GMWB liabilities may be different from the volatility assumption for equity index options, especially for the longer dated points on the curve.
Equity index and fund correlations are determined based on historical price observations for the fund and equity index.
For policyholder assumptions, we use our expected lapse, mortality and utilization assumptions and update these assumptions for our actual experience, as necessary. For our lapse assumption, we adjust our base lapse assumption by policy based on a combination of the policyholder’s current account value and GMWB benefit.
We classify the GMWB valuation as Level 3 based on having significant unobservable inputs, with equity index volatility and non-performance risk being considered the more significant unobservable inputs. As equity index volatility increases, the fair value of the GMWB liabilities will increase. Any increase in non-performance risk would increase the discount rate and would decrease the fair value of the GMWB liability. Additionally, we consider lapse and utilization assumptions to be significant unobservable inputs. An increase in our lapse assumption would decrease the fair value of the GMWB liability, whereas an increase in our utilization rate would increase the fair value.
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives
We offer fixed indexed annuity products where interest is credited to the policyholder’s account balance based on equity index changes. This feature is required to be bifurcated as an embedded derivative and recorded at fair value. Fair value is determined using an income approach where the present value of the excess cash flows above the guaranteed cash flows is used to determine the value attributed to the equity index feature. The inputs used in determining the fair value include policyholder behavior (lapses and withdrawals), near-term equity index volatility, expected future interest credited, forward interest rates and an adjustment to the discount rate to incorporate non-performance risk and risk margins. As a result of our assumptions for policyholder behavior and expected future interest credited being considered significant unobservable inputs, we classify these instruments as Level 3. As lapses and withdrawals increase, the value of our embedded derivative liability will decrease. As expected future interest credited decreases, the value of our embedded derivative liability will decrease.
Borrowings related to securitization entities
We record certain borrowings related to securitization entities at fair value. The fair value of these borrowings is determined using either a market approach or income approach, depending on the instrument and availability of market information. Given the unique characteristics of the securitization entities that issued these borrowings as well as the lack of comparable instruments, we determine fair value considering the valuation of the underlying assets held by the securitization entities and any derivatives, as well as any unique characteristics of the borrowings that may impact the valuation. After considering all relevant inputs, we determine fair value of the borrowings using the net valuation of the underlying assets and derivatives that are backing the borrowings. Accordingly, these instruments are classified as Level 3. Increases in the valuation of the underlying assets or decreases in the derivative liabilities will result in an increase in the fair value of these borrowings.
The following tables set forth our assets and liabilities by class of instrument that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of the dates indicated:
		March 31, 2014
(Amounts in millions)		Total				Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
Assets
Investments:
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	5,214			$	—		$	5,210		$	4
Tax-exempt			317				—			317			—
Government—non-U.S.			2,153				—			2,129			24
U.S. corporate			26,060				—			23,692			2,368
Corporate—non-U.S.			15,141				—			13,343			1,798
Residential mortgage-backed			5,102				—			5,009			93
Commercial mortgage-backed			2,881				—			2,868			13
Other asset-backed			3,376				—			2,223			1,153
Total fixed maturity securities			60,244				—			54,791			5,453
Equity securities			349				263			8			78
Other invested assets:
Trading securities			247				—			216			31
Derivative assets:
Interest rate swaps			498				—			498			—
Foreign currency swaps			3				—			3			—
Credit default swaps			9				—			1			8
Equity index options			11				—			—			11
Forward bond purchase commitments			4				—			4			—
Other foreign currency contracts			5				—			4			1
Total derivative assets			530				—			510			20
Securities lending collateral			261				—			261			—
Derivatives counterparty collateral			61				—			61			—
Total other invested assets			1,099				—			1,048			51
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			398				—			180			218
Reinsurance recoverable (1)			2				—			—			2
Separate account assets			9,933				9,933			—			—
Total assets		$	72,025			$	10,196		$	56,027		$	5,802
Liabilities
Policyholder account balances:
GMWB embedded derivatives (2)		$	138			$	—		$	—		$	138
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			180				—			—			180
Total policyholder account balances			318				—			—			318
Derivative liabilities:
Interest rate swaps			309				—			309			—
Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities			19				—			19			—
Inflation indexed swaps			63				—			63			—
Foreign currency swaps			2				—			2			—
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			25				—			—			25
Other foreign currency contracts			11				—			9			2
Total derivative liabilities			429				—			402			27
Borrowings related to securitization entities			79				—			—			79
Total liabilities		$	826			$	—		$	402		$	424
(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
(2)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
		December 31, 2013
(Amounts in millions)		Total				Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
Assets
Investments:
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	4,810			$	—		$	4,805		$	5
Tax-exempt			295				—			295			—
Government—non-U.S.			2,146				—			2,123			23
U.S. corporate			25,035				—			22,635			2,400
Corporate—non-U.S.			15,071				—			13,252			1,819
Residential mortgage-backed			5,225				—			5,120			105
Commercial mortgage-backed			2,898				—			2,892			6
Other asset-backed			3,149				—			1,983			1,166
Total fixed maturity securities			58,629				—			53,105			5,524
Equity securities			341				256			7			78
Other invested assets:
Trading securities			239				—			205			34
Derivative assets:
Interest rate swaps			436				—			436			—
Foreign currency swaps			4				—			4			—
Credit default swaps			11				—			1			10
Equity index options			12				—			—			12
Other foreign currency contracts			8				—			5			3
Total derivative assets			471				—			446			25
Securities lending collateral			187				—			187			—
Derivatives counterparty collateral			70				—			70			—
Total other invested assets			967				—			908			59
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			391				—			180			211
Reinsurance recoverable (1)			(1	)			—			—			(1	)
Separate account assets			10,138				10,138			—			—
Total assets		$	70,465			$	10,394		$	54,200		$	5,871
Liabilities
Policyholder account balances:
GMWB embedded derivatives (2)		$	96			$	—		$	—		$	96
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			143				—			—			143
Total policyholder account balances			239				—			—			239
Derivative liabilities:
Interest rate swaps			575				—			575			—
Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities			16				—			16			—
Inflation indexed swaps			60				—			60			—
Foreign currency swaps			2				—			2			—
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			32				—			—			32
Equity return swaps			1				—			1			—
Forward bond purchase commitments			13				—			13			—
Other foreign currency contracts			4				—			3			1
Total derivative liabilities			703				—			670			33
Borrowings related to securitization entities			75				—			—			75
Total liabilities		$	1,017			$	—		$	670		$	347
(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
(2)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
We review the fair value hierarchy classifications each reporting period. Changes in the observability of the valuation attributes may result in a reclassification of certain financial assets or liabilities. Such reclassifications are reported as transfers between levels at the beginning fair value for the reporting period in which the changes occur. Given the types of assets classified as Level 1, which primarily represents mutual fund investments, we typically do not have any transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 measurement categories and did not have any such transfers during any period presented.
Our assessment of whether or not there were significant unobservable inputs related to fixed maturity securities was based on our observations obtained through the course of managing our investment portfolio, including interaction with other market participants, observations related to the availability and consistency of pricing and/or rating, and understanding of general market activity such as new issuance and the level of secondary market trading for a class of securities. Additionally, we considered data obtained from third-party pricing sources to determine whether our estimated values incorporate significant unobservable inputs that would result in the valuation being classified as Level 3.
The following tables present additional information about assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and for which we have utilized significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs to determine fair value as of or for the dates indicated:
(Amounts in millions)		Beginning				Total realized and						Purchases			Sales			Issuances		Settlements			Transfer		Transfer			Ending		Total gains
		balance				unrealized gains																	into		out of			balance		(losses)
		as of				(losses)																	Level 3		Level 3			as of		included in
		January 1,																										March 31,		net income
		2014																										2014		attributable
																														to  assets
						Included			Included																					still held
						in net			in OCI
						income
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	5			$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—	$	(1	)	$	—	$	—		$	4	$	—
Government—non-U.S.			23				—			—			2			—			—		(1	)		—		—			24		—
U.S. corporate (1)			2,400				5			29			90			—			—		(42	)		14		(128	)		2,368		5
Corporate—non-U.S. (1)			1,819				1			9			36			—			—		(35	)		—		(32	)		1,798		1
Residential mortgage-backed			105				—			1			—			(23	)		—		(3	)		13		—			93		—
Commercial mortgage-backed			6				—			2			—			—			—		(1	)		6		—			13		—
Other asset-backed (1)			1,166				1			(4	)		16			(5	)		—		(37	)		36		(20	)		1,153		1
Total fixed maturity securities			5,524				7			37			144			(28	)		—		(120	)		69		(180	)		5,453		7
Equity securities			78				—			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			78		—
Other invested assets:
Trading securities			34				—			—			—			—			—		(3	)		—		—			31		—
Derivative assets:
Credit default swaps			10				—			—			—			—			—		(2	)		—		—			8		—
Equity index options			12				(7	)		—			6			—			—		—			—		—			11		(7	)
Other foreign currency contracts			3				(2	)		—			—			—			—		—			—		—			1		(2	)
Total derivative assets			25				(9	)		—			6			—			—		(2	)		—		—			20		(9	)
Total other invested assets			59				(9	)		—			6			—			—		(5	)		—		—			51		(9	)
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			211				7			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			218		7
Reinsurance recoverable (2)			(1	)			2			—			—			—			1		—			—		—			2		2
Total Level 3 assets		$	5,871			$	7		$	37		$	150		$	(28	)	$	1	$	(125	)	$	69	$	(180	)	$	5,802	$	7
(1)	The transfers into and out of Level 3 for fixed maturity securities were related to changes in the primary pricing source and changes in the observability of external information used in determining the fair value, such as external ratings or credit spreads.
(2)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
(Amounts in millions)		Beginning				Total realized and						Purchases			Sales			Issuances		Settlements			Transfer		Transfer			Ending		Total gains
		balance				unrealized gains																	into		out of			balance		(losses)
		as of				(losses)																	Level 3		Level 3			as of		included in
		January 1,																										March 31,		net income
		2013																										2013		attributable
																														to assets
						Included			Included																					still held
						in net			in OCI
						income
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. government, agencies and government- sponsored enterprises		$	9			$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—	$	(4	)	$	—	$	—		$	5	$	—
Government—non-U.S.			9				—			—			—			—			—		(1	)		—		—			8		—
U.S. corporate (1)			2,683				2			18			56			(97	)		—		(51	)		62		(29	)		2,644		(1	)
Corporate—non-U.S. (1)			1,983				1			9			53			—			—		(23	)		—		(53	)		1,970		1
Residential mortgage-backed			157				(1	)		1			—			—			—		(11	)		—		(16	)		130		(1	)
Commercial mortgage-backed			35				(2	)		(2	)		—			—			—		(10	)		5		—			26		(2	)
Other asset-backed			864				(1	)		11			65			(44	)		—		(30	)		86		—			951		—
Total fixed maturity securities			5,740				(1	)		37			174			(141	)		—		(130	)		153		(98	)		5,734		(3	)
Equity securities			99				—			—			—			(7	)		—		—			—		—			92		—
Other invested assets:
Trading securities			76				3			—			—			(11	)		—		(1	)		—		—			67		2
Derivative assets:
Interest rate swaps			2				—			—			—			—			—		(1	)		—		—			1		—
Credit default swaps			7				3			—			—			—			—		(3	)		—		—			7		2
Equity index options			25				(15	)		—			7			—			—		—			—		—			17		(15	)
Total derivative assets			34				(12	)		—			7			—			—		(4	)		—		—			25		(13	)
Total other invested assets			110				(9	)		—			7			(11	)		—		(5	)		—		—			92		(11	)
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			194				5			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			199		5
Other assets (2)			9				1			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			10		1
Reinsurance recoverable (3)			10				(5	)		—			—			—			1		—			—		—			6		(5	)
Total Level 3 assets		$	6,162			$	(9	)	$	37		$	181		$	(159	)	$	1	$	(135	)	$	153	$	(98	)	$	6,133	$	(13	)
(1)	The transfers into and out of Level 3 were primarily related to private fixed rate U.S. corporate and corporate—non-U.S. securities and resulted from a change in the observability of the additional premium to the public bond spread to adjust for the liquidity and other features of our private placements and resulted in unobservable inputs having a significant impact on certain valuations for transfers in or no longer having significant impact on certain valuations for transfers out.
(2)	Represents contingent receivables associated with recent business dispositions.
(3)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
The following table presents the gains and losses included in net income from assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and for which we have utilized significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs to determine fair value and the related income statement line item in which these gains and losses were presented for the three months ended March 31:
(Amounts in millions)		2014				2013
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income:
Net investment income		$	8			$	9
Net investment gains (losses)			(1	)			(18	)
Total		$	7			$	(9	)
Net gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held:
Net investment income		$	8			$	7
Net investment gains (losses)			(1	)			(20	)
Total		$	7			$	(13	)
The amount presented for unrealized gains (losses) included in net income for available-for-sale securities represents impairments and accretion on certain fixed maturity securities.
The following tables present additional information about liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis and for which we have utilized significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs to determine fair value as of or for the dates indicated:
(Amounts in millions)		Beginning										Purchases			Sales			Issuances		Settlements			Transfer		Transfer			Ending		Total
		balance				Total realized and																	into		out of			balance		(gains)
		as of				unrealized (gains)																	Level 3		Level 3			as of		losses
		January 1,				losses																						March 31,		included in
		2014																										2014		net (income)
																														attributable
																														to liabilities
						Included			Included																					still held
						in net			in OCI
						(income)
Policyholder account balances:
GMWB embedded derivatives (1)		$	96			$	33		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	9	$	—		$	—	$	—		$	138	$	34
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			143				2			—			—			—			36		(1	)		—		—			180		2
Total policyholder account balances			239				35			—			—			—			45		(1	)		—		—			318		36
Derivative liabilities:
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			32				(7	)		—			—			—			—		—			—		—			25		(7	)
Other foreign currency contracts			1				1			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			2		1
Total derivative liabilities			33				(6	)		—			—			—			—		—			—		—			27		(6	)
Borrowings related to securitization entities			75				4			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			79		4
Total Level 3 liabilities		$	347			$	33		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	45	$	(1	)	$	—	$	—		$	424	$	34
(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
		Beginning				Total realized and						Purchases			Sales			Issuances		Settlements			Transfer		Transfer			Ending		Total (gains)
		balance				unrealized (gains)																	into		out of			balance		losses
		as of				losses																	Level 3		Level 3			as of		included in
		January 1,																										March 31,		net (income)
		2013																										2013		attributable
																														to liabilities
(Amounts in millions)						Included			Included																					still held
						in net			in OCI
						(income)
Policyholder account balances:
GMWB embedded derivatives (1)		$	350			$	(87	)	$	—		$	—		$	—		$	9	$	—		$	—	$	—		$	272	$	(83	)
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			27				3			—			—			—			4		—			—		—			34		3
Total policyholder account balances			377				(84	)		—			—			—			13		—			—		—			306		(80	)
Derivative liabilities:
Credit default swaps			1				(1	)		—			—			—			—		—			—		—			—		(1	)
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			104				(8	)		—			1			—			—		—			—		—			97		(8	)
Equity index options			—				1			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			1		1
Total derivative liabilities			105				(8	)		—			1			—			—		—			—		—			98		(8	)
Borrowings related to securitization entities			62				9			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			71		9
Total Level 3 liabilities		$	544			$	(83	)	$	—		$	1		$	—		$	13	$	—		$	—	$	—		$	475	$	(79	)
(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
The following table presents the gains and losses included in net (income) from liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis and for which we have utilized significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs to determine fair value and the related income statement line item in which these gains and losses were presented for the three months ended March 31:
(Amounts in millions)		2014				2013
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income):
Net investment income		$	—			$	—
Net investment (gains) losses			33				(83	)
Total		$	33			$	(83	)
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held:
Net investment income		$	—			$	—
Net investment (gains) losses			34				(79	)
Total		$	34			$	(79	)
Purchases, sales, issuances and settlements represent the activity that occurred during the period that results in a change of the asset or liability but does not represent changes in fair value for the instruments held at the beginning of the period. Such activity primarily consists of purchases, sales and settlements of fixed maturity, equity and trading securities and purchases, issuances and settlements of derivative instruments.
Issuances and settlements presented for policyholder account balances represent the issuances and settlements of embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities where: issuances are characterized as the change in fair value associated with the product fees recognized that are attributed to the embedded derivative to equal the expected future benefit costs upon issuance and settlements are characterized as the change in fair value upon exercising the embedded derivative instrument, effectively representing a settlement of the embedded derivative instrument. We have shown these changes in fair value separately based on the classification of this activity as effectively issuing and settling the embedded derivative instrument with all remaining changes in the fair value of these embedded derivative instruments being shown separately in the category labeled “included in net (income)” in the tables presented above.
Certain classes of instruments classified as Level 3 are excluded below as a result of not being material or due to limitations in being able to obtain the underlying inputs used by certain third-party sources, such as broker quotes, used as an input in determining fair value. The following table presents a summary of the significant unobservable inputs used for certain fair value measurements that are based on internal models and classified as Level 3 as of March 31, 2014:
(Amounts in millions)		Valuation technique		Fair				Unobservable input	Range
				value					(weighted-average)
Assets
Fixed maturity securities:
U.S. corporate		Internal models		$	2,160			Credit spreads	55bps - 503bps (178bps)
Corporate—non-U.S.		Internal models			1,521			Credit spreads	66bps - 240bps (154bps)
Derivative assets:
Credit default swaps		Discounted cash flows			8			Credit spreads	6bps - 23bps (12bps)
Equity index options		Discounted cash flows			11			Equity index volatility	15% - 23% (21%)
Other foreign currency contracts		Discounted cash flows			1			Foreign exchange rate	39%
								volatility
Liabilities
Policyholder account balances:
								Withdrawal utilization rate	—  % - 98%
								Lapse rate	—  % - 15%
								Non-performance risk	45bps - 85bps (73bps)
								(credit spreads)
GMWB embedded derivatives (1)		Stochastic cash flow model			138			Equity index volatility	15% - 24% (21%)
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives		Option budget method			180			Expected future	1% - 3% (2%)
								interest credited
Derivative liabilities:
Other foreign currency contracts		Discounted cash flows			2			Foreign exchange rate	31%
								volatility
(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.

Commitments_and_Contingencies

Commitments and Contingencies	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Commitments and Contingencies	'
	(7) Commitments and Contingencies
	(a) Litigation and Regulatory Matters
	We face the risk of litigation and regulatory investigations and actions in the ordinary course of operating our businesses, including the risk of class action lawsuits. Our pending legal and regulatory actions include proceedings specific to us and others generally applicable to business practices in the industries in which we operate. In our insurance operations, we are, have been, or may become subject to class actions and individual suits alleging, among other things, issues relating to sales or underwriting practices, increases to in-force long-term care insurance premiums, payment of contingent or other sales commissions, claims payments and procedures, product design, product disclosure, administration, additional premium charges for premiums paid on a periodic basis, denial or delay of benefits, charging excessive or impermissible fees on products, recommending unsuitable products to customers, our pricing structures and business practices in our mortgage insurance businesses, such as captive reinsurance arrangements with lenders and contract underwriting services, violations of the Real Estate Settlement and Procedures Act of 1974 (“RESPA”) or related state anti-inducement laws, and mortgage insurance policy rescissions and curtailments, and breaching fiduciary or other duties to customers, including but not limited to breach of customer information. Plaintiffs in class action and other lawsuits against us may seek very large or indeterminate amounts which may remain unknown for substantial periods of time. In our investment-related operations, we are subject to litigation involving commercial disputes with counterparties. We are also subject to litigation arising out of our general business activities such as our contractual and employment relationships. In addition, we are also subject to various regulatory inquiries, such as information requests, subpoenas, books and record examinations and market conduct and financial examinations from state, federal and international regulators and other authorities. A substantial legal liability or a significant regulatory action against us could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. Moreover, even if we ultimately prevail in the litigation, regulatory action or investigation, we could suffer significant reputational harm, which could have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition or results of operations.
	In April 2014, Genworth Financial, Inc., and a former and current officer were named in a putative class action lawsuit captioned City of Hialeah Employees’ Retirement System v. Genworth Financial, Inc., et al, in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. Plaintiff alleges securities law violations involving certain disclosures in 2012 concerning Genworth’s Australian mortgage insurance business, including our plans for an initial public offering of the business. The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages, costs and attorneys’ fees and such equitable/injunctive relief as the court may deem proper. We intend to vigorously defend this action.
	As previously disclosed, in December 2009, one of our former non-insurance subsidiaries, one of the former subsidiary’s officers and Genworth Financial, Inc. (now known as Genworth Holdings, Inc.) were named in a putative class action lawsuit captioned Michael J. Goodman and Linda Brown v. Genworth Financial Wealth Management, Inc. et al., in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. Plaintiffs allege securities law and other violations involving the selection of mutual funds by our former subsidiary on behalf of certain of its Private Client Group clients. The lawsuit seeks unspecified monetary other relief. Oral argument on plaintiffs’ motion to certify a class action was conducted on January 30, 2013. On April 15, 2014, the court issued its decision denying the plaintiffs’ motion to certify a class.
	As previously disclosed, in April 2012, two of our U.S. mortgage insurance subsidiaries were named as respondents in two arbitrations, one brought by Bank of America, N.A. and one brought by Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. and Bank of America, N.A. as claimants. Claimants alleged breach of contract and breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing and seek a declaratory judgment relating to our denial, curtailment and rescission of mortgage insurance coverage. Subject to approval by the government-sponsored enterprises (“GSEs”), we reached an agreement on December 31, 2013 to resolve that portion of both arbitrations involving rescission practices. In addition to GSE approval, which remains outstanding, consummation of the settlement was also conditioned upon the parties’ prior negotiation and execution of a definitive agreement requiring submission of curtailment and denial disputes to a binding alternative dispute proceeding (“Curtailment ADR Agreement”). In March 2014, the parties executed the Curtailment ADR Agreement. Genworth plans to continue to vigorously defend its practices in the arbitrations.
	As previously disclosed, beginning in December 2011 and continuing through January 2013, one of our U.S. mortgage insurance subsidiaries was named along with several other mortgage insurers and mortgage lenders as a defendant in twelve putative class action lawsuits alleging that certain “captive reinsurance arrangements” were in violation of RESPA. On February 5, 2014, the court in Menichino denied the motions to dismiss without prejudice to the defendants re-raising the affirmative defense of the statute of limitations on a more fully developed record at summary judgment. On March 5, 2014 the Ba case was stayed, pending the outcome of the Riddle appeal by plaintiff of the court’s decision granting our motion for summary judgment dismissing the case as time barred. On March 26, 2014 the Menichino action was stayed pending the outcome of the Riddle appeal. We intend to vigorously defend the remaining actions.
	At this time, we cannot determine or predict the ultimate outcome of any of the pending legal and regulatory matters specifically identified above or the likelihood of potential future legal and regulatory matters against us. In light of the inherent uncertainties involved in these matters, no amounts have been accrued. We also are not able to provide an estimate or range of possible losses related to these matters.
	(b) Commitments
	As of March 31, 2014, we were committed to fund $65 million in limited partnership investments, $73 million in U.S. commercial mortgage loans and $22 million in private placement investments.

Borrowings_and_Other_Financing

Borrowings and Other Financings	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Borrowings and Other Financings	'
	(8) Borrowings and Other Financings
	Subsequent to the end of the first quarter of 2014, on April 1, 2014, Genworth MI Canada Inc. (“Genworth Canada”), our majority-owned subsidiary, issued CAD$160 million of 4.24% senior notes due 2024. The senior notes are redeemable at the option of Genworth Canada, in whole or in part, at any time. The net proceeds of the offering will be used to redeem, in full, its existing senior notes due December 2015 with a principal amount of CAD$150 million and bearing a fixed annual interest rate of 4.59%. In conjunction with the redemption, Genworth Canada will make an early redemption payment to existing noteholders of approximately CAD$7 million in the second quarter of 2014.

Segment_Information

Segment Information	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Segment Information	'
	(9) Segment Information
	We operate through three divisions: U.S. Life Insurance, Global Mortgage Insurance and Corporate and Other. Under these divisions, there are five operating business segments. The U.S. Life Insurance Division includes the U.S. Life Insurance segment. The Global Mortgage Insurance Division includes the International Mortgage Insurance and U.S. Mortgage Insurance segments. The Corporate and Other Division includes the International Protection and Runoff segments and Corporate and Other activities. Our operating business segments are as follows: (1) U.S. Life Insurance, which includes our life insurance, long-term care insurance and fixed annuities businesses; (2) International Mortgage Insurance, which includes mortgage insurance-related products and services; (3) U.S. Mortgage Insurance, which includes mortgage insurance-related products and services; (4) International Protection, which includes our lifestyle protection insurance business; and (5) Runoff, which includes the results of non-strategic products which are no longer actively sold. Our non-strategic products primarily include our variable annuity, variable life insurance, institutional, corporate-owned life insurance and other accident and health insurance products. Institutional products consist of: funding agreements, FABNs and GICs.
	We also have Corporate and Other activities which include debt financing expenses that are incurred at the Genworth Holdings level, unallocated corporate income and expenses, eliminations of inter-segment transactions and the results of other businesses that are managed outside of our operating segments, including discontinued operations.
	We use the same accounting policies and procedures to measure segment income (loss) and assets as our consolidated net income and assets. Our chief operating decision maker evaluates segment performance and allocates resources on the basis of “net operating income (loss).” We define net operating income (loss) as income (loss) from continuing operations excluding the after-tax effects of income attributable to noncontrolling interests, net investment gains (losses), goodwill impairments, gains (losses) on the sale of businesses, gains (losses) on the early extinguishment of debt, gains (losses) on insurance block transactions and infrequent or unusual non-operating items. Gains (losses) on insurance block transactions are defined as gains (losses) on the early extinguishment of non-recourse funding obligations, early termination fees for other financing restructuring and/or resulting gains (losses) on reinsurance restructuring for certain blocks of business. We exclude net investment gains (losses) and infrequent or unusual non-operating items because we do not consider them to be related to the operating performance of our segments and Corporate and Other activities. A component of our net investment gains (losses) is the result of impairments, the size and timing of which can vary significantly depending on market credit cycles. In addition, the size and timing of other investment gains (losses) can be subject to our discretion and are influenced by market opportunities, as well as asset-liability matching considerations. Goodwill impairments and gains (losses) on the sale of businesses, the early extinguishment of debt and insurance block transactions are also excluded from net operating income (loss) because, in our opinion, they are not indicative of overall operating trends. Other non-operating items are also excluded from net operating income (loss) if, in our opinion, they are not indicative of overall operating trends.
	In the fourth quarter of 2013, we revised our definition of net operating income (loss) to exclude gains (losses) on the early extinguishment of debt and gains (losses) on insurance block transactions to better reflect the basis on which the performance of our business is internally assessed and to reflect management’s opinion that they are not indicative of overall operating trends. All prior periods have been re-presented to reflect this new definition.
	While some of these items may be significant components of net income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders in accordance with U.S. GAAP, we believe that net operating income (loss), and measures that are derived from or incorporate net operating income (loss), are appropriate measures that are useful to investors because they identify the income (loss) attributable to the ongoing operations of the business. Management also uses net operating income (loss) as a basis for determining awards and compensation for senior management and to evaluate performance on a basis comparable to that used by analysts. However, the items excluded from net operating income (loss) have occurred in the past and could, and in some cases will, recur in the future. Net operating income (loss) is not a substitute for net income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. In addition, our definition of net operating income (loss) may differ from the definitions used by other companies.
	The following is a summary of revenues for our segments and Corporate and Other activities for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended
		March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)	2014			2013
	Revenues:
	U.S. Life Insurance segment:
	Life insurance	$	480		$	494
	Long-term care insurance		856			775
	Fixed annuities		257			252
	U.S. Life Insurance segment’s revenues		1,593			1,521
	International Mortgage Insurance segment:
	Canada		168			192
	Australia		131			143
	Other Countries		9			10
	International Mortgage Insurance segment’s revenues		308			345
	U.S. Mortgage Insurance segment’s revenues		155			154
	International Protection segment’s revenues		207			205
	Runoff segment’s revenues		73			43
	Corporate and Other’s revenues		(14	)		35
	Total revenues	$	2,322		$	2,303
	The following is a summary of net operating income (loss) for our segments and Corporate and Other activities and a reconciliation of net operating income (loss) for our segments and Corporate and Other activities to net income for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended
		March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)	2014			2013
	U.S. Life Insurance segment:
	Life insurance	$	21		$	36
	Long-term care insurance		46			20
	Fixed annuities		27			29
	U.S. Life Insurance segment’s net operating income		94			85
	International Mortgage Insurance segment:
	Canada		41			42
	Australia		62			46
	Other Countries		(4	)		(7	)
	International Mortgage Insurance segment’s net operating income		99			81
	U.S. Mortgage Insurance segment’s net operating income		33			21
	International Protection segment’s net operating income		7			6
	Runoff segment’s net operating income		12			16
	Corporate and Other’s net operating loss		(51	)		(58	)
	Net operating income		194			151
	Net investment gains (losses), net of taxes and other adjustments		(10	)		(28	)
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—			(20	)
	Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders		184			103
	Add: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests		35			38
	Net income	$	219		$	141
	The following is a summary of total assets for our segments and Corporate and Other activities as of the dates indicated:
	(Amounts in millions)	March 31,			December 31,
		2014			2013
	Assets:
	U.S. Life Insurance	$	79,387		$	77,261
	International Mortgage Insurance		9,038			9,194
	U.S. Mortgage Insurance		2,305			2,361
	International Protection		2,104			2,061
	Runoff		14,216			14,062
	Corporate and Other		2,715			3,106
	Total assets	$	109,765		$	108,045

Changes_in_Accumulated_Other_C

Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	'
	(10) Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
	The following tables show the changes in accumulated OCI, net of taxes, by component as of and for the periods indicated:
	(Amounts in millions)		Net			Derivatives			Foreign			Total
			unrealized			qualifying as			currency
			investment			hedges (2)			translation
			gains						and other
			(losses) (1)						adjustments
	Balances as of January 1, 2014		$	926		$	1,319		$	297		$	2,542
	OCI before reclassifications			701			228			(21	)		908
	Amounts reclassified from (to) OCI			11			(9	)		—			2
	Current period OCI			712			219			(21	)		910
	Balances as of March 31, 2014 before noncontrolling interests			1,638			1,538			276			3,452
	Less: change in OCI attributable to noncontrolling interests			14			—			(45	)		(31	)
	Balances as of March 31, 2014		$	1,624		$	1,538		$	321		$	3,483
	(1)	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.
	(2)	See note 5 for additional information.
	(Amounts in millions)		Net			Derivatives			Foreign			Total
			unrealized			qualifying as			currency
			investment			hedges (2)			translation
			gains						and other
			(losses) (1)						adjustments
	Balances as of January 1, 2013		$	2,638		$	1,909		$	655		$	5,202
	OCI before reclassifications			(216	)		(102	)		(104	)		(422	)
	Amounts reclassified from (to) OCI			25			(8	)		—			17
	Current period OCI			(191	)		(110	)		(104	)		(405	)
	Balances as of March 31, 2013 before noncontrolling interests			2,447			1,799			551			4,797
	Less: change in OCI attributable to noncontrolling interests			4			—			(31	)		(27	)
	Balances as of March 31, 2013		$	2,443		$	1,799		$	582		$	4,824
	(1)	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.
	(2)	See note 5 for additional information.
	The foreign currency translation and other adjustments balance included $6 million and $26 million, respectively, net of taxes of $1 million and $13 million, respectively, related to a net unrecognized postretirement benefit obligation as of March 31, 2014 and 2013. Amount also included taxes of $33 million and $52 million, respectively, related to foreign currency translation adjustments as of March 31, 2014 and 2013.
	The following table shows reclassifications in (out) of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes, for the periods presented:
			Amount reclassified from accumulated other						Affected line item in the
			comprehensive income						consolidated statements
			Three months ended March 31,						of income
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Net unrealized investment (gains) losses:
	Unrealized (gains) losses on investments (1)		$	17		$	38		Net investment (gains) losses
	Provision for income taxes			(6	)		(13	)	Provision for income taxes
	Total		$	11		$	25
	Derivatives qualifying as hedges:
	Interest rate swaps hedging assets		$	(15	)	$	(9	)	Net investment income
	Interest rate swaps hedging liabilities			—			(1	)	Interest expense
	Inflation indexed swaps			1			(3	)	Net investment income
	Provision for income taxes			5			5		Provision for income taxes
	Total		$	(9	)	$	(8	)
	(1)	Amounts exclude adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves.

Condensed_Consolidating_Financ

Condensed Consolidating Financial Information	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Condensed Consolidating Financial Information	'
	(11) Condensed Consolidating Financial Information
	Genworth Financial provides a full and unconditional guarantee to the trustee of Genworth Holdings’ outstanding senior notes and the holders of the senior notes, on an unsecured unsubordinated basis, of the full and punctual payment of the principal of, premium, if any and interest on, and all other amounts payable under, each outstanding series of senior notes, and the full and punctual payment of all other amounts payable by Genworth Holdings under the senior notes indenture in respect of such senior notes. Genworth Financial also provides a full and unconditional guarantee to the trustee of Genworth Holdings’ outstanding subordinated notes and the holders of the subordinated notes, on an unsecured subordinated basis, of the full and punctual payment of the principal of, premium, if any and interest on, and all other amounts payable under, the outstanding subordinated notes, and the full and punctual payment of all other amounts payable by Genworth Holdings under the subordinated notes indenture in respect of the subordinated notes.
	The following condensed consolidating financial information of Genworth Financial and its direct and indirect subsidiaries have been prepared pursuant to rules regarding the preparation of consolidating financial information of Regulation S-X. The condensed consolidating financial information has been prepared as if the guarantee had been in place during the periods presented herein.
	The condensed consolidating financial information presents the condensed consolidating balance sheet information as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 and the condensed consolidating income statement information, the condensed consolidating comprehensive income statement information and the condensed consolidating cash flow statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2014 and 2013.
	The condensed consolidating financial information reflects Genworth Financial (“Parent Guarantor”), Genworth Holdings (“Issuer”) and each of Genworth Financial’s other direct and indirect subsidiaries (the “All Other Subsidiaries”) on a combined basis, none of which guarantee the senior notes or subordinated notes, as well as the eliminations necessary to present Genworth Financial’s financial information on a consolidated basis and total consolidated amounts.
	The accompanying condensed consolidating financial information is presented based on the equity method of accounting for all periods presented. Under this method, investments in subsidiaries are recorded at cost and adjusted for the subsidiaries’ cumulative results of operations, capital contributions and distributions, and other changes in equity. Elimination entries include consolidating and eliminating entries for investments in subsidiaries and intercompany activity.
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating balance sheet information as of March 31, 2014:
	(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Assets
	Investments:
	Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	$	—		$	151		$	60,293		$	(200	)	$	60,244
	Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value		—			—			349			—			349
	Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			5,894			—			5,894
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities		—			—			227			—			227
	Policy loans		—			—			1,438			—			1,438
	Other invested assets		—			44			1,831			—			1,875
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value		—			—			398			—			398
	Investments in subsidiaries		15,494			16,048			—			(31,542	)		—
	Total investments		15,494			16,243			70,430			(31,742	)		70,425
	Cash and cash equivalents		—			1,118			3,242			—			4,360
	Accrued investment income		—			—			752			—			752
	Deferred acquisition costs		—			—			5,177			—			5,177
	Intangible assets		—			—			327			—			327
	Goodwill		—			—			866			—			866
	Reinsurance recoverable		—			—			17,234			—			17,234
	Other assets		(5	)		241			457			(2	)		691
	Intercompany notes receivable		2			259			332			(593	)		—
	Separate account assets		—			—			9,933			—			9,933
	Total assets	$	15,491		$	17,861		$	108,750		$	(32,337	)	$	109,765
	Liabilities and stockholders’ equity
	Liabilities:
	Future policy benefits	$	—		$	—		$	34,076		$	—		$	34,076
	Policyholder account balances		—			—			25,881			—			25,881
	Liability for policy and contract claims		—			—			7,156			—			7,156
	Unearned premiums		—			—			4,075			—			4,075
	Other liabilities		(9	)		377			3,410			(1	)		3,777
	Intercompany notes payable		—			535			258			(793	)		—
	Borrowings related to securitization entities		—			—			239			—			239
	Non-recourse funding obligations		—			—			2,030			—			2,030
	Long-term borrowings		—			4,636			514			—			5,150
	Deferred tax liability		(15	)		(888	)		1,617			—			714
	Separate account liabilities		—			—			9,933			—			9,933
	Total liabilities		(24	)		4,660			89,189			(794	)		93,031
	Stockholders’ equity:
	Common stock		1			—			—			—			1
	Additional paid-in capital		12,124			9,291			17,209			(26,500	)		12,124
	Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)		3,483			3,447			3,467			(6,914	)		3,483
	Retained earnings		2,607			463			(2,339	)		1,876			2,607
	Treasury stock, at cost		(2,700	)		—			—			—			(2,700	)
	Total Genworth Financial, Inc.’s stockholders’ equity		15,515			13,201			18,337			(31,538	)		15,515
	Noncontrolling interests		—			—			1,224			(5	)		1,219
	Total stockholders’ equity		15,515			13,201			19,561			(31,543	)		16,734
	Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	15,491		$	17,861		$	108,750		$	(32,337	)	$	109,765
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating balance sheet information as of December 31, 2013:
	(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Assets
	Investments:
	Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	$	—		$	150		$	58,679		$	(200	)	$	58,629
	Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value		—			—			341			—			341
	Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			5,899			—			5,899
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities		—			—			233			—			233
Policy loans		—			—			1,434			—			1,434
Other invested assets		—			91			1,595			—			1,686
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value		—			—			391			—			391
Investments in subsidiaries		14,358			14,929			—			(29,287	)		—
Total investments		14,358			15,170			68,572			(29,487	)		68,613
Cash and cash equivalents		—			1,219			2,995			—			4,214
Accrued investment income		—			—			682			(4	)		678
Deferred acquisition costs		—			—			5,278			—			5,278
Intangible assets		—			—			399			—			399
Goodwill		—			—			867			—			867
Reinsurance recoverable		—			—			17,219			—			17,219
Other assets		(2	)		276			367			(2	)		639
Intercompany notes receivable		8			248			393			(649	)		—
Separate account assets		—			—			10,138			—			10,138
Total assets	$	14,364		$	16,913		$	106,910		$	(30,142	)	$	108,045
Liabilities and stockholders’ equity
Liabilities:
Future policy benefits	$	—		$	—		$	33,705		$	—		$	33,705
Policyholder account balances		—			—			25,528			—			25,528
Liability for policy and contract claims		—			—			7,204			—			7,204
Unearned premiums		—			—			4,107			—			4,107
Other liabilities		(3	)		365			3,739			(5	)		4,096
Intercompany notes payable		—			601			248			(849	)		—
Borrowings related to securitization entities		—			—			242			—			242
Non-recourse funding obligations		—			—			2,038			—			2,038
Long-term borrowings		—			4,636			525			—			5,161
Deferred tax liability		(26	)		(796	)		1,028			—			206
Separate account liabilities		—			—			10,138			—			10,138
Total liabilities		(29	)		4,806			88,502			(854	)		92,425
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock		1			—			—			—			1
Additional paid-in capital		12,127			9,297			17,215			(26,512	)		12,127
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)		2,542			2,507			2,512			(5,019	)		2,542
Retained earnings		2,423			303			(2,551	)		2,248			2,423
Treasury stock, at cost		(2,700	)		—			—			—			(2,700	)
Total Genworth Financial, Inc.’s stockholders’ equity		14,393			12,107			17,176			(29,283	)		14,393
Noncontrolling interests		—			—			1,232			(5	)		1,227
Total stockholders’ equity		14,393			12,107			18,408			(29,288	)		15,620
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	14,364		$	16,913		$	106,910		$	(30,142	)	$	108,045
The following table presents the condensed consolidating income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2014:
(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
	Guarantor						Subsidiaries
Revenues:
Premiums	$	—		$	—		$	1,307		$	—		$	1,307
Net investment income		—			—			809			(4	)		805
Net investment gains (losses)		—			(4	)		(13	)		—			(17	)
Insurance and investment product fees and other		—			—			227			—			227
Total revenues		—			(4	)		2,330			(4	)		2,322
Benefits and expenses:
Benefits and other changes in policy reserves		—			—			1,194			—			1,194
Interest credited		—			—			183			—			183
Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals		7			—			371			—			378
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles		—			—			134			—			134
Interest expense		—			84			47			(4	)		127
Total benefits and expenses		7			84			1,929			(4	)		2,016
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries		(7	)		(88	)		401			—			306
Provision (benefit) for income taxes		10			(46	)		123			—			87
Equity in income of subsidiaries		201			202			—			(403	)		—
Income from continuing operations		184			160			278			(403	)		219
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—			—			—			—			—
Net income		184			160			278			(403	)		219
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests		—			—			35			—			35
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	184		$	160		$	243		$	(403	)	$	184
The following table presents the condensed consolidating income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
	Guarantor						Subsidiaries
Revenues:
Premiums	$	—		$	—		$	1,261		$	—		$	1,261
Net investment income		—			—			818			(4	)		814
Net investment gains (losses)		—			(4	)		(57	)		—			(61	)
Insurance and investment product fees and other		—			—			290			(1	)		289
Total revenues		—			(4	)		2,312			(5	)		2,303
Benefits and expenses:
Benefits and other changes in policy reserves		—			—			1,201			—			1,201
Interest credited		—			—			184			—			184
Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals		—			—			433			—			433
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles		—			—			122			—			122
Interest expense		—			80			51			(5	)		126
Total benefits and expenses		—			80			1,991			(5	)		2,066
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries		—			(84	)		321			—			237
Provision (benefit) for income taxes		—			(39	)		115			—			76
Equity in income of subsidiaries		103			122			—			(225	)		—
Income from continuing operations		103			77			206			(225	)		161
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—			(5	)		(15	)		—			(20	)
Net income		103			72			191			(225	)		141
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests		—			—			38			—			38
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	103		$	72		$	153		$	(225	)	$	103
The following table presents the condensed consolidating comprehensive income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2014:
(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
	Guarantor						Subsidiaries
Net income	$	184		$	160		$	278		$	(403	)	$	219
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired		692			675			707			(1,368	)		706
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities		6			6			6			(12	)		6
Derivatives qualifying as hedges		219			219			232			(451	)		219
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments		24			40			(21	)		(64	)		(21	)
Total other comprehensive income (loss)		941			940			924			(1,895	)		910
Total comprehensive income (loss)		1,125			1,100			1,202			(2,298	)		1,129
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests		—			—			4			—			4
Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	1,125		$	1,100		$	1,198		$	(2,298	)	$	1,125
The following table presents the condensed consolidating comprehensive income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
	Guarantor						Subsidiaries
Net income	$	103		$	72		$	191		$	(225	)	$	141
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired		(221	)		(227	)		(217	)		448			(217	)
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities		26			26			26			(52	)		26
Derivatives qualifying as hedges		(110	)		(110	)		(110	)		220			(110	)
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments		(73	)		(55	)		(104	)		128			(104	)
Total other comprehensive income (loss)		(378	)		(366	)		(405	)		744			(405	)
Total comprehensive income (loss)		(275	)		(294	)		(214	)		519			(264	)
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests		—			—			11			—			11
Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	(275	)	$	(294	)	$	(225	)	$	519		$	(275	)
The following table presents the condensed consolidating cash flow statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2014:
	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
	Guarantor						Subsidiaries
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income	$	184		$	160		$	278		$	(403	)	$	219
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
Equity in income from subsidiaries		(201	)		(202	)		—			403			—
Dividends from subsidiaries		—			31			(31	)		—			—
Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships		—			—			(28	)		—			(28	)
Net investment losses (gains)		—			4			13			—			17
Charges assessed to policyholders		—			—			(187	)		—			(187	)
Acquisition costs deferred		—			—			(119	)		—			(119	)
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles		—			—			134			—			134
Deferred income taxes		11			(84	)		90			—			17
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments		—			1			25			—			26
Stock-based compensation expense		5			—			3			—			8
Change in certain assets and liabilities:
Accrued investment income and other assets		3			50			(158	)		(4	)		(109	)
Insurance reserves		—			—			550			—			550
Current tax liabilities		4			16			(202	)		—			(182	)
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances		(10	)		—			(279	)		4			(285	)
Net cash from operating activities		(4	)		(24	)		89			—			61
Cash flows from investing activities:
Proceeds from maturities and repayments of investments:
Fixed maturity securities		—			—			1,135			—			1,135
Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			139			—			139
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities		—			—			7			—			7
Proceeds from sales of investments:
Fixed maturity and equity securities		—			—			708			—			708
Purchases and originations of investments:
Fixed maturity and equity securities		—			—			(2,172	)		—			(2,172	)
Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			(132	)		—			(132	)
Other invested assets, net		—			—			111			—			111
Intercompany notes receivable		6			(11	)		61			(56	)		—
Net cash from investing activities		6			(11	)		(143	)		(56	)		(204	)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts		—			—			814			—			814
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts		—			—			(505	)		—			(505	)
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations		—			—			(8	)		—			(8	)
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities		—			—			(7	)		—			(7	)
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests		—			—			(13	)		—			(13	)
Proceeds from intercompany notes payable		—			(66	)		10			56			—
Other, net		(2	)		—			(10	)		—			(12	)
Net cash from financing activities		(2	)		(66	)		281			56			269
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents		—			—			20			—			20
Net change in cash and cash equivalents		—			(101	)		247			—			146
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period		—			1,219			2,995			—			4,214
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	$	—		$	1,118		$	3,242		$	—		$	4,360
The following table presents the condensed consolidating cash flow statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
	Guarantor						Subsidiaries
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income	$	103		$	72		$	191		$	(225	)	$	141
Less loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—			5			15			—			20
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
Equity in income from subsidiaries		(103	)		(122	)		—			225			—
Dividends from subsidiaries		—			11			(11	)		—			—
Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships		—			—			(5	)		—			(5	)
Net investment losses (gains)		—			4			57			—			61
Charges assessed to policyholders		—			—			(202	)		—			(202	)
Acquisition costs deferred		—			—			(105	)		—			(105	)
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles		—			—			122			—			122
Deferred income taxes		—			(47	)		(135	)		—			(182	)
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments		—			(3	)		(24	)		—			(27	)
Stock-based compensation expense		—			—			9			—			9
Change in certain assets and liabilities:
Accrued investment income and other assets		—			74			(120	)		4			(42	)
Insurance reserves		—			—			541			—			541
Current tax liabilities		—			43			159			—			202
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances		—			17			(485	)		(6	)		(474	)
Cash from operating activities—discontinued operations		—			(5	)		6			—			1
Net cash from operating activities		—			49			13			(2	)		60
Cash flows from investing activities:
Proceeds from maturities and repayments of investments:
Fixed maturity securities		—			—			1,212			—			1,212
Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			212			—			212
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities		—			—			17			—			17
Proceeds from sales of investments:
Fixed maturity and equity securities		—			—			1,310			—			1,310
Purchases and originations of investments:
Fixed maturity and equity securities		—			—			(2,069	)		—			(2,069	)
Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			(203	)		—			(203	)
Other invested assets, net		—			—			(28	)		2			(26	)
Capital contributions to subsidiaries		—			(22	)		22			—			—
Intercompany notes receivable		—			8			70			(78	)		—
Cash from investing activities—discontinued operations		—			—			—			—			—
Net cash from investing activities		—			(14	)		543			(76	)		453
Cash flows from financing activities:
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts		—			—			445			—			445
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts		—			—			(678	)		—			(678	)
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations		—			—			(4	)		—			(4	)
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities		—			—			(17	)		—			(17	)
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests		—			—			(13	)		—			(13	)
Proceeds from intercompany notes payable		—			(70	)		(8	)		78			—
Other, net		—			(3	)		(29	)		—			(32	)
Cash from financing activities—discontinued operations		—			—			—			—			—
Net cash from financing activities		—			(73	)		(304	)		78			(299	)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents		—			—			(48	)		—			(48	)
Net change in cash and cash equivalents		—			(38	)		204			—			166
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period		—			843			2,810			—			3,653
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period		—			805			3,014			—			3,819
Less cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations at end of period		—			—			22			—			22
Cash and cash equivalents of continuing operations at end of period	$	—		$	805		$	2,992		$	—		$	3,797
Our insurance company subsidiaries are restricted by state and foreign laws and regulations as to the amount of dividends they may pay to their parent without regulatory approval in any year, the purpose of which is to protect affected insurance policyholders and contractholders, not stockholders. Any dividends in excess of limits are deemed “extraordinary” and require approval. Based on estimated statutory results as of December 31, 2013, in accordance with applicable dividend restrictions, our subsidiaries could pay dividends of approximately $1.0 billion to us in 2014 without obtaining regulatory approval, and the remaining net assets are considered restricted. While the $1.0 billion is unrestricted, we do not expect our insurance subsidiaries to pay dividends to us in 2014 at this level as they retain capital for growth and to meet capital requirements and desired thresholds. As of March 31, 2014, Genworth Financial’s and Genworth Holdings’ subsidiaries had restricted net assets of $14.5 billion and $15.0 billion, respectively.

Earnings_Per_Share_Tables

Earnings Per Share (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Earnings per Share	'
	Basic and diluted earnings per share are calculated by dividing each income (loss) category presented below by the weighted-average basic and diluted shares outstanding for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended
		March 31,
	(Amounts in millions, except per share amounts)	2014		2013
	Weighted-average shares used in basic earnings per common share calculations		495.8		492.5
	Potentially dilutive securities:
	Stock options, restricted stock units and stock appreciation rights		6.9		4.3
	Weighted-average shares used in diluted earnings per common share calculations		502.7		496.8
	Income from continuing operations:
	Income from continuing operations	$	219	$	161
	Less: income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests		35		38
	Income from continuing operations available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s
	common stockholders	$	184	$	123
	Basic per common share	$	0.37	$	0.25
	Diluted per common share	$	0.37	$	0.25
	Loss from discontinued operations:
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	$	—	$	(20	)
	Less: income from discontinued operations, net of taxes, attributable to noncontrolling interests		—		—
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes, available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s
	common stockholders	$	—	$	(20	)
	Basic per common share	$	—	$	(0.04	)
	Diluted per common share	$	—	$	(0.04	)
	Net income:
	Income from continuing operations	$	219	$	161
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—		(20	)
	Net income		219		141
	Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests		35		38
	Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	184	$	103
	Basic per common share	$	0.37	$	0.21
	Diluted per common share	$	0.37	$	0.21

Investments_Tables

Investments (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Net Investment Income	'
	Sources of net investment income were as follows for the periods indicated:
			Three months ended
			March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Fixed maturity securities—taxable		$	648		$	656
	Fixed maturity securities—non-taxable			3			2
	Commercial mortgage loans			83			82
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities			4			7
	Equity securities			4			4
	Other invested assets			50			48
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			1			—
	Policy loans			31			32
	Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments			5			7
	Gross investment income before expenses and fees			829			838
	Expenses and fees			(24	)		(24	)
	Net investment income		$	805		$	814
Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'
	The following table sets forth net investment gains (losses) for the periods indicated:
			Three months ended
			March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Available-for-sale securities:
	Realized gains		$	7		$	40
	Realized losses			(23	)		(66	)
	Net realized gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities			(16	)		(26	)
	Impairments:
	Total other-than-temporary impairments			(1	)		(12	)
	Portion of other-than-temporary impairments included in other comprehensive income (loss)			—			—
	Net other-than-temporary impairments			(1	)		(12	)
	Trading securities			12			10
	Commercial mortgage loans			3			2
	Net gains (losses) related to securitization entities			6			7
	Derivative instruments (1)			(21	)		(42	)
	Contingent consideration adjustment			—			1
	Other			—			(1	)
	Net investment gains (losses)		$	(17	)	$	(61	)
	(1)	See note 5 for additional information on the impact of derivative instruments included in net investment gains (losses).
Credit Losses Recognized in Net Income	'
	The following represents the activity for credit losses recognized in net income on debt securities where an other-than-temporary impairment was identified and a portion of other-than-temporary impairments was included in other comprehensive income (loss) (“OCI”) as of and for the three months ended March 31:
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Beginning balance		$	101		$	387
	Additions:
	Other-than-temporary impairments not previously recognized			—			2
	Increases related to other-than-temporary impairments previously recognized			—			4
	Reductions:
	Securities sold, paid down or disposed			(2	)		(142	)
	Ending balance		$	99		$	251
Unrealized Investment Gains and Losses	'
	Net unrealized gains and losses on available-for-sale investment securities reflected as a separate component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) were as follows as of the dates indicated:
	(Amounts in millions)		March 31, 2014			December 31, 2013
	Net unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities:
	Fixed maturity securities		$	3,782		$	2,346
	Equity securities			35			23
	Other invested assets			(4	)		(4	)
	Subtotal			3,813			2,365
	Adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves			(1,221	)		(869	)
	Income taxes, net			(901	)		(517	)
	Net unrealized investment gains (losses)			1,691			979
	Less: net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to noncontrolling interests			67			53
	Net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to Genworth Financial, Inc.		$	1,624		$	926
Change in Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Investment Securities Reported in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	'
	The change in net unrealized gains (losses) on available-for-sale investment securities reported in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) was as follows as of and for the three months ended March 31:
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Beginning balance		$	926		$	2,638
	Unrealized gains (losses) arising during the period:
	Unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities			1,431			(427	)
	Adjustment to deferred acquisition costs			(99	)		16
	Adjustment to present value of future profits			(52	)		1
	Adjustment to sales inducements			(13	)		(3	)
	Adjustment to benefit reserves			(188	)		91
	Provision for income taxes			(378	)		106
	Change in unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities			701			(216	)
	Reclassification adjustments to net investment (gains) losses, net of taxes of $(6) and $(13)			11			25
	Change in net unrealized investment gains (losses)			712			(191	)
	Less: change in net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to noncontrolling interests			14			4
	Ending balance		$	1,624		$	2,443
Fixed Maturity and Equity Securities	'
	As of March 31, 2014, the amortized cost or cost, gross unrealized gains (losses) and fair value of our fixed maturity and equity securities classified as available-for-sale were as follows:
			Amortized			Gross unrealized gains						Gross unrealized losses						Fair
			cost or															value
	(Amounts in millions)		cost			Not other-than-			Other-than-			Not other-than-			Other-than-
						temporarily			temporarily			temporarily			temporarily
						impaired			impaired			impaired			impaired
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	4,819		$	533		$	—		$	(138	)	$	—		$	5,214
	Tax-exempt			329			15			—			(27	)		—			317
	Government—non-U.S.			2,043			121			—			(11	)		—			2,153
	U.S. corporate			23,897			2,333			21			(191	)		—			26,060
	Corporate—non-U.S.			14,337			888			—			(84	)		—			15,141
	Residential mortgage-backed			4,859			278			12			(44	)		(3	)		5,102
	Commercial mortgage-backed			2,812			99			3			(33	)		—			2,881
	Other asset-backed			3,397			36			—			(57	)		—			3,376
	Total fixed maturity securities			56,493			4,303			36			(585	)		(3	)		60,244
	Equity securities			315			42			—			(8	)		—			349
	Total available-for-sale securities		$	56,808		$	4,345		$	36		$	(593	)	$	(3	)	$	60,593
	As of December 31, 2013, the amortized cost or cost, gross unrealized gains (losses) and fair value of our fixed maturity and equity securities classified as available-for-sale were as follows:
			Amortized			Gross unrealized gains						Gross unrealized losses						Fair
			cost or															value
	(Amounts in millions)		cost			Not other-than-			Other-than-			Not other-than-			Other-than-
						temporarily			temporarily			temporarily			temporarily
						impaired			impaired			impaired			impaired
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	4,710		$	331		$	—		$	(231	)	$	—		$	4,810
	Tax-exempt			324			7			—			(36	)		—			295
	Government—non-U.S.			2,057			104			—			(15	)		—			2,146
	U.S. corporate			23,614			1,761			19			(359	)		—			25,035
	Corporate—non-U.S.			14,489			738			—			(156	)		—			15,071
	Residential mortgage-backed			5,058			232			9			(70	)		(4	)		5,225
	Commercial mortgage-backed			2,886			75			2			(62	)		(3	)		2,898
	Other asset-backed			3,171			35			—			(57	)		—			3,149
	Total fixed maturity securities			56,309			3,283			30			(986	)		(7	)		58,629
	Equity securities			318			36			—			(13	)		—			341
	Total available-for-sale securities		$	56,627		$	3,319		$	30		$	(999	)	$	(7	)	$	58,970
Gross Unrealized Losses and Fair Values of Investment Securities	'
	The following table presents the gross unrealized losses and fair values of our investment securities, aggregated by investment type and length of time that individual investment securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, as of March 31, 2014:
			Less than 12 months									12 months or more									Total
	(Dollar amounts in millions)		Fair			Gross			Number of			Fair			Gross			Number of			Fair			Gross			Number of
			value			unrealized			securities			value			unrealized			securities			value			unrealized			securities
						losses									losses (1)									losses (1)
	Description of Securities
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	472		$	(49	)		25		$	453		$	(89	)		15		$	925		$	(138	)		40
	Tax-exempt			13			(1	)		8			98			(26	)		9			111			(27	)		17
	Government—non-U.S.			364			(10	)		39			6			(1	)		4			370			(11	)		43
	U.S. corporate			3,030			(117	)		464			677			(74	)		82			3,707			(191	)		546
	Corporate—non-U.S.			1,832			(58	)		245			380			(26	)		45			2,212			(84	)		290
	Residential mortgage-backed			756			(27	)		98			140			(20	)		87			896			(47	)		185
	Commercial mortgage-backed			506			(20	)		62			292			(13	)		51			798			(33	)		113
	Other asset-backed			968			(14	)		122			146			(43	)		17			1,114			(57	)		139
	Subtotal, fixed maturity securities			7,941			(296	)		1,063			2,192			(292	)		310			10,133			(588	)		1,373
	Equity securities			83			(8	)		26			—			—			—			83			(8	)		26
	Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	8,024		$	(304	)		1,089		$	2,192		$	(292	)		310		$	10,216		$	(596	)		1,399
	% Below cost—fixed maturity securities:
	<20% Below cost		$	7,919		$	(288	)		1,061		$	1,997		$	(205	)		260		$	9,916		$	(493	)		1,321
	20%-50% Below cost			22			(8	)		2			183			(72	)		32			205			(80	)		34
	>50% Below cost			—			—			—			12			(15	)		18			12			(15	)		18
	Total fixed maturity securities			7,941			(296	)		1,063			2,192			(292	)		310			10,133			(588	)		1,373
	% Below cost—equity securities:
	<20% Below cost			83			(8	)		26			—			—			—			83			(8	)		26
	Total equity securities			83			(8	)		26			—			—			—			83			(8	)		26
	Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	8,024		$	(304	)		1,089		$	2,192		$	(292	)		310		$	10,216		$	(596	)		1,399
	Investment grade		$	7,778		$	(295	)		1,026		$	1,842		$	(256	)		221		$	9,620		$	(551	)		1,247
	Below investment grade (2)			246			(9	)		63			350			(36	)		89			596			(45	)		152
	Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	8,024		$	(304	)		1,089		$	2,192		$	(292	)		310		$	10,216		$	(596	)		1,399
	(1)	Amounts included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
	(2)	Amounts that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
	The following table presents the gross unrealized losses and fair values of our investment securities, aggregated by investment type and length of time that individual investment securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position, as of December 31, 2013:
			Less than 12 months									12 months or more									Total
	(Dollar amounts in millions)		Fair			Gross			Number of			Fair			Gross			Number of			Fair			Gross			Number of
			value			unrealized			securities			value			unrealized			securities			value			unrealized			securities
						losses									losses (1)									losses (1)
	Description of Securities
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	796		$	(109	)		32		$	335		$	(122	)		13		$	1,131		$	(231	)		45
	Tax-exempt			82			(3	)		26			97			(33	)		9			179			(36	)		35
	Government—non-U.S.			479			(15	)		60			—			—			—			479			(15	)		60
	U.S. corporate			4,774			(260	)		707			663			(99	)		82			5,437			(359	)		789
	Corporate—non-U.S.			3,005			(127	)		379			287			(29	)		34			3,292			(156	)		413
	Residential mortgage-backed			1,052			(55	)		139			157			(19	)		92			1,209			(74	)		231
	Commercial mortgage-backed			967			(42	)		107			370			(23	)		62			1,337			(65	)		169
	Other asset-backed			1,089			(17	)		133			145			(40	)		17			1,234			(57	)		150
	Subtotal, fixed maturity securities			12,244			(628	)		1,583			2,054			(365	)		309			14,298			(993	)		1,892
	Equity securities			95			(13	)		41			—			—			—			95			(13	)		41
	Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	12,339		$	(641	)		1,624		$	2,054		$	(365	)		309		$	14,393		$	(1,006	)		1,933
	% Below cost—fixed maturity securities:
	<20% Below cost		$	12,009		$	(547	)		1,571		$	1,575		$	(163	)		238		$	13,584		$	(710	)		1,809
	20%-50% Below cost			235			(81	)		12			466			(187	)		51			701			(268	)		63
	>50% Below cost			—			—			—			13			(15	)		20			13			(15	)		20
	Total fixed maturity securities			12,244			(628	)		1,583			2,054			(365	)		309			14,298			(993	)		1,892
	% Below cost—equity securities:
	<20% Below cost			87			(11	)		40			—			—			—			87			(11	)		40
	20%-50% Below cost			8			(2	)		1			—			—			—			8			(2	)		1
	Total equity securities			95			(13	)		41			—			—			—			95			(13	)		41
	Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	12,339		$	(641	)		1,624		$	2,054		$	(365	)		309		$	14,393		$	(1,006	)		1,933
	Investment grade		$	11,896		$	(616	)		1,515		$	1,631		$	(315	)		208		$	13,527		$	(931	)		1,723
	Below investment grade (2)			443			(25	)		109			423			(50	)		101			866			(75	)		210
	Total for securities in an unrealized loss position		$	12,339		$	(641	)		1,624		$	2,054		$	(365	)		309		$	14,393		$	(1,006	)		1,933
(1)	Amounts included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
(2)	Amounts that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
Fixed Maturity Securities More Than 20% Below Cost and in Continuous Loss Position for 12 Months or More by Asset Class	'
	The following tables present the concentration of gross unrealized losses and fair values of fixed maturity securities that were more than 20% below cost and in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more by asset class as of March 31, 2014:
			Investment Grade
			20% to 50%												Greater than 50%
	(Dollar amounts in millions)		Fair			Gross			% of total			Number of			Fair			Gross			% of total			Number of
			value			unrealized			gross			securities			value			unrealized			gross			securities
						losses			unrealized									losses			unrealized
									losses												losses
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	37		$	(9	)		2	%		1		$	—		$	—			—	%		—
	Tax-exempt			60			(19	)		3			6			—			—			—			—
	Corporate—non-U.S.			10			(3	)		1			3			—			—			—			—
	Structured securities:
	Residential mortgage-backed			—			—			—			—			5			(5	)		1			7
	Other asset-backed			54			(33	)		6			4			—			—			—			—
	Total structured securities			54			(33	)		6			4			5			(5	)		1			7
	Total		$	161		$	(64	)		12	%		14		$	5		$	(5	)		1	%		7
			Below Investment Grade
			20% to 50%												Greater than 50%
	(Dollar amounts in millions)		Fair			Gross			% of total			Number of			Fair			Gross			% of total			Number of
			value			unrealized			gross			securities			value			unrealized			gross			securities
						losses			unrealized									losses			unrealized
									losses												losses
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. corporate		$	9		$	(3	)		1	%		2		$	—		$	—			—	%		—
	Structured securities:
	Residential mortgage-backed			4			(2	)		—			11			1			(2	)		—			10
	Commercial mortgage-backed			9			(3	)		1			5			—			—			—			—
	Other asset-backed			—			—			—			—			6			(8	)		2			1
	Total structured securities			13			(5	)		1			16			7			(10	)		2			11
	Total		$	22		$	(8	)		2	%		18		$	7		$	(10	)		2	%		11
Maturity Distribution of Fixed Maturity Securities	'
	The scheduled maturity distribution of fixed maturity securities as of March 31, 2014 is set forth below. Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because issuers of securities may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties.
	(Amounts in millions)		Amortized			Fair
			cost or			value
			cost
	Due one year or less		$	3,089		$	3,118
	Due after one year through five years			9,689			10,257
	Due after five years through ten years			12,345			12,915
	Due after ten years			20,302			22,595
	Subtotal			45,425			48,885
	Residential mortgage-backed			4,859			5,102
	Commercial mortgage-backed			2,812			2,881
	Other asset-backed			3,397			3,376
	Total		$	56,493		$	60,244
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Property Type	'
	The following tables set forth the distribution across property type and geographic region for commercial mortgage loans as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014						December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in millions)		Carrying			% of			Carrying			% of
			value			total			value			total
	Property type:
	Retail		$	2,103			36	%	$	2,073			35	%
	Industrial			1,580			27			1,581			27
	Office			1,509			25			1,558			26
	Apartments			493			8			491			8
	Mixed use/other			239			4			229			4
	Subtotal			5,924			100	%		5,932			100	%
	Allowance for losses			(30	)					(33	)
	Total		$	5,894					$	5,899
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Geographic Region	'
			March 31, 2014						December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in millions)		Carrying			% of			Carrying			% of
			value			total			value			total
	Geographic region:
	Pacific		$	1,601			27	%	$	1,590			27	%
	South Atlantic			1,526			26			1,535			26
	Middle Atlantic			823			14			828			14
	Mountain			494			8			478			8
	East North Central			399			7			404			7
	West North Central			370			6			377			6
	New England			335			6			337			6
	West South Central			238			4			241			4
	East South Central			138			2			142			2
	Subtotal			5,924			100	%		5,932			100	%
	Allowance for losses			(30	)					(33	)
	Total		$	5,894					$	5,899
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans by Property Type	'
	The following tables set forth the aging of past due commercial mortgage loans by property type as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014
	(Amounts in millions)		31 - 60 days			61 - 90 days			Greater than			Total			Current			Total
			past due			past due			90 days past			past due
									due
	Property type:
	Retail		$	—		$	2		$	10		$	12		$	2,091		$	2,103
	Industrial			—			—			18			18			1,562			1,580
	Office			2			—			9			11			1,498			1,509
	Apartments			—			—			—			—			493			493
	Mixed use/other			—			—			—			—			239			239
	Total recorded investment		$	2		$	2		$	37		$	41		$	5,883		$	5,924
	% of total commercial mortgage loans			—	%		—	%		1	%		1	%		99	%		100	%
			31-Dec-13
	(Amounts in millions)		31 - 60 days			61 - 90 days			Greater than			Total			Current			Total
			past due			past due			90 days past			past due
									due
	Property type:
	Retail		$	—		$	—		$	10		$	10		$	2,063		$	2,073
	Industrial			2			2			16			20			1,561			1,581
	Office			—			—			6			6			1,552			1,558
	Apartments			—			—			—			—			491			491
	Mixed use/other			1			—			—			1			228			229
	Total recorded investment		$	3		$	2		$	32		$	37		$	5,895		$	5,932
	% of total commercial mortgage loans			—	%		—	%		1	%		1	%		99	%		100	%
Allowance for Credit Losses and Recorded Investment in Commercial Mortgage Loans	'
	The following table sets forth the allowance for credit losses and recorded investment in commercial mortgage loans as of or for the periods indicated:
			Three months ended
			March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Allowance for credit losses:
	Beginning balance		$	33		$	42
	Charge-offs			(1	)		—
	Recoveries			—			—
	Provision			(2	)		(2	)
	Ending balance		$	30		$	40
	Ending allowance for individually impaired loans		$	—		$	—
	Ending allowance for loans not individually impaired that were evaluated collectively for impairment		$	30		$	40
	Recorded investment:
	Ending balance		$	5,924		$	5,904
	Ending balance of individually impaired loans		$	17		$	—
	Ending balance of loans not individually impaired that were evaluated collectively for impairment		$	5,907		$	5,904
Average Loan-to-Value of Commercial Mortgage Loans by Property Type	'
	The following tables set forth the loan-to-value of commercial mortgage loans by property type as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014
	(Amounts in millions)		0% - 50%			51% - 60%			61% - 75%			76% - 100%			Greater			Total
															than 100% (1)
	Property type:
	Retail		$	597		$	451		$	947		$	86		$	22		$	2,103
	Industrial			448			238			781			79			34			1,580
	Office			406			172			726			145			60			1,509
	Apartments			204			87			186			16			—			493
	Mixed use/other			71			47			109			12			—			239
	Total recorded investment		$	1,726		$	995		$	2,749		$	338		$	116		$	5,924
	% of total			29	%		17	%		46	%		6	%		2	%		100	%
	Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio			2.12			2.03			1.55			1.04			0.52			1.75
	(1)	Included $17 million of impaired loans, $3 million of loans past due and not individually impaired and $96 million of loans in good standing, where borrowers continued to make timely payments, with a total weighted-average loan-to-value of 119%.
			December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in millions)		0% - 50%			51% - 60%			61% - 75%			76% - 100%			Greater			Total
															than 100% (1)
	Property type:
	Retail		$	596		$	336		$	1,024		$	95		$	22		$	2,073
	Industrial			430			237			748			146			20			1,581
	Office			397			191			716			191			63			1,558
	Apartments			201			86			176			27			1			491
	Mixed use/other			71			36			110			12			—			229
	Total recorded investment		$	1,695		$	886		$	2,774		$	471		$	106		$	5,932
	% of total			28	%		15	%		47	%		8	%		2	%		100	%
	Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio			2.14			1.79			1.66			1.03			0.63			1.75
	(1)	Included $2 million of impaired loans, $5 millions of delinquent loans and $99 million of loans in good standing, where borrowers continued to make timely payments, with a total weighted-average loan-to-value of 119%.
Debt Service Coverage Ratio for Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans by Property Type	'
	The following tables set forth the debt service coverage ratio for fixed rate commercial mortgage loans by property type as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014
	(Amounts in millions)		Less than 1.00			1.00 - 1.25			1.26 - 1.50			1.51 - 2.00			Greater			Total
															than 2.00
	Property type:
	Retail		$	103		$	322		$	437		$	759		$	381		$	2,002
	Industrial			193			106			293			701			287			1,580
	Office			124			186			220			640			332			1,502
	Apartments			13			38			107			182			153			493
	Mixed use/other			16			8			32			118			65			239
	Total recorded investment		$	449		$	660		$	1,089		$	2,400		$	1,218		$	5,816
	% of total			8	%		11	%		19	%		41	%		21	%		100	%
	Weighted-average loan-to-value			79	%		67	%		63	%		60	%		43	%		59	%
			31-Dec-13
	(Amounts in millions)		Less than 1.00			1.00 - 1.25			1.26 - 1.50			1.51 - 2.00			Greater			Total
															than 2.00
	Property type:
	Retail		$	106		$	314		$	374		$	779		$	399		$	1,972
	Industrial			195			100			270			721			295			1,581
	Office			131			181			225			637			376			1,550
	Apartments			3			31			107			187			163			491
	Mixed use/other			16			9			32			106			66			229
	Total recorded investment		$	451		$	635		$	1,008		$	2,430		$	1,299		$	5,823
	% of total			8	%		11	%		17	%		42	%		22	%		100	%
	Weighted-average loan-to-value			80	%		68	%		63	%		60	%		43	%		59	%

Derivative_Instruments_Tables

Derivative Instruments (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Schedule Of Positions in Derivative Instruments	'
	The following table sets forth our positions in derivative instruments as of the dates indicated:
			Derivative assets										Derivative liabilities
					Fair value										Fair value
	(Amounts in millions)		Balance		March 31,				December 31,				Balance		March 31,				December 31,
			sheet classification		2014				2013				sheet classification		2014				2013
	Derivatives designated as hedges
	Cash flow hedges:
	Interest rate swaps		Other invested assets		$	159			$	121			Other liabilities		$	268			$	569
	Inflation indexed swaps		Other invested assets			—				—			Other liabilities			63				60
	Foreign currency swaps		Other invested assets			3				4			Other liabilities			2				2
	Forward bond purchase commitments		Other invested assets			4				—			Other liabilities			—				13
	Total cash flow hedges					166				125						333				644
	Fair value hedges:
	Interest rate swaps		Other invested assets			—				1			Other liabilities			—				—
	Total fair value hedges					—				1						—				—
	Total derivatives designated as hedges					166				126						333				644
	Derivatives not designated as hedges
	Interest rate swaps		Other invested assets			339				314			Other liabilities			41				6
	Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities		Restricted other			—				—			Other liabilities			19				16
			invested assets
	Credit default swaps		Other invested assets			9				11			Other liabilities			—				—
	Credit default swaps related to securitization entities		Restricted other			—				—			Other liabilities			25				32
			invested assets
	Equity index options		Other invested assets			11				12			Other liabilities			—				—
	Financial futures		Other invested assets			—				—			Other liabilities			—				—
	Equity return swaps		Other invested assets			—				—			Other liabilities			—				1
	Other foreign currency contracts		Other invested assets			5				8			Other liabilities			11				4
	GMWB embedded derivatives		Reinsurance			2				(1	)		Policyholder			138				96
			recoverable (1)										account balances (2)
	Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives		Other assets (3)			—				—			Policyholder			180				143
													account balances (3)
	Total derivatives not designated as hedges					366				344						414				298
	Total derivatives				$	532			$	470					$	747			$	942
	(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our guaranteed minimum withdrawal benefits (“GMWB”) liabilities.
	(2)	Represents the embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
	(3)	Represents the embedded derivatives associated with our fixed index annuity liabilities.
Activity Associated with Derivative Instruments	'
	The following tables represent activity associated with derivative instruments as of the dates indicated:
	(Notional in millions)		Measurement		December 31,				Additions				Maturities/				March 31,
					2013								terminations				2014
	Derivatives designated as hedges
	Cash flow hedges:
	Interest rate swaps		Notional		$	13,926			$	—			$	(225	)		$	13,701
	Inflation indexed swaps		Notional			561				3				(2	)			562
	Foreign currency swaps		Notional			35				—				—				35
	Forward bond purchase commitments		Notional			237				—				(39	)			198
	Total cash flow hedges					14,759				3				(266	)			14,496
	Fair value hedges:
	Interest rate swaps		Notional			6				—				(1	)			5
	Total fair value hedges					6				—				(1	)			5
	Total derivatives designated as hedges					14,765				3				(267	)			14,501
	Derivatives not designated as hedges
	Interest rate swaps		Notional			4,822				—				—				4,822
	Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities		Notional			91				—				(3	)			88
	Credit default swaps		Notional			639				—				—				639
	Credit default swaps related to securitization entities		Notional			312				—				—				312
	Equity index options		Notional			777				140				(123	)			794
	Financial futures		Notional			1,260				1,332				(1,286	)			1,306
	Equity return swaps		Notional			110				112				(110	)			112
	Other foreign currency contracts		Notional			487				58				(17	)			528
	Total derivatives not designated as hedges					8,498				1,642				(1,539	)			8,601
	Total derivatives				$	23,263			$	1,645			$	(1,806	)		$	23,102
	(Number of policies)		Measurement				December 31,				Additions				Maturities/				March 31,
							2013								terminations				2014
	Derivatives not designated as hedges
	GMWB embedded derivatives			Policies				42,045				—				(729	)			41,316
	Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			Policies				7,705				1,954				(51	)			9,608
Schedule of Pre-Tax Income (Loss) Effects of Cash Flow Hedges	'
	The following table provides information about the pre-tax income (loss) effects of cash flow hedges for the three months ended March 31, 2014:
	(Amounts in millions)		Gain (loss)				Gain (loss)				Classification of gain		Gain (loss)				Classification of gain
			recognized in OCI				reclassified into				(loss) reclassified into		recognized in				(loss) recognized in
							net income				net income		net income (1)				net income
							from OCI
	Interest rate swaps hedging assets		$	357			$	15			Net investment		$	4			Net investment
											income						gains (losses)
	Interest rate swaps hedging liabilities			(20	)			—			Interest expense			—			Net investment
																	gains (losses)
	Inflation indexed swaps			(3	)			(1	)		Net investment			—			Net investment
											income						gains (losses)
	Forward bond purchase commitments			18				—			Net investment			—			Net investment
											income						gains (losses)
	Total		$	352			$	14					$	4
	(1)	Represents ineffective portion of cash flow hedges as there were no amounts excluded from the measurement of effectiveness.
	The following table provides information about the pre-tax income (loss) effects of cash flow hedges for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
	(Amounts in millions)		Gain (loss)				Gain (loss)				Classification of gain		Gain (loss)				Classification of gain
			recognized in OCI				reclassified into				(loss) reclassified into		recognized in				(loss) recognized in
							net income				net income		net income (1)				net income
							from OCI
	Interest rate swaps hedging assets		$	(153	)		$	9			Net investment		$	(3	)		Net investment
											income						gains (losses)
	Interest rate swaps hedging liabilities			—				1			Interest expense			—			Net investment
																	gains (losses)
	Inflation indexed swaps			9				3			Net investment			—			Net investment
											income						gains (losses)
	Foreign currency swaps			1				—			Interest expense			—			Net investment
																	gains (losses)
	Forward bond purchase commitments			(14	)			—			Net investment			—			Net investment
											income						gains (losses)
	Total		$	(157	)		$	13					$	(3	)
	(1)	Represents ineffective portion of cash flow hedges as there were no amounts excluded from the measurement of effectiveness.
Reconciliation of Current Period Changes, Net of Applicable Income Taxes, for Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges	'
	The following table provides a reconciliation of current period changes, net of applicable income taxes, for these designated derivatives presented in the separate component of stockholders’ equity labeled “derivatives qualifying as hedges,” for the periods indicated:
			Three months ended
			March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)		2014				2013
	Derivatives qualifying as effective accounting hedges as of January 1		$	1,319			$	1,909
	Current period increases (decreases) in fair value, net of deferred taxes of $(124) and $55			228				(102	)
	Reclassification to net (income) loss, net of deferred taxes of $5 and $5			(9	)			(8	)
	Derivatives qualifying as effective accounting hedges as of March 31		$	1,538			$	1,799
Schedule of Pre-Tax Income (Loss) Effects of Fair Value Hedges and Related Hedged Items	'
	The following table provides information about the pre-tax income (loss) effects of fair value hedges and related hedged items for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
			Derivative instrument												Hedged item
	(Amounts in millions)		Gain (loss)				Classification		Other impacts				Classification		Gain (loss)				Classification
			recognized in				of gain (losses)		to net				of other		recognized in				of gain (losses)
			net income				recognized in net		income				impacts to		net income				recognized in net
							income						net income						income
	Interest rate swaps hedging liabilities		$	(8	)		Net investment		$	8			Interest		$	8			Net investment
							gains (losses)						credited						gains (losses)
	Foreign currency swaps			(31	)		Net investment			—			Interest			31			Net investment
							gains (losses)						credited						gains (losses)
	Total		$	(39	)				$	8					$	39
Schedule of Pre-Tax Gain (Loss) Recognized in Net Income for Effects of Derivatives Not Designated as Hedges	'
	The following table provides the pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income for the effects of derivatives not designated as hedges for the periods indicated:
			Three months ended March 31,								Classification of gain (loss) recognized
	(Amounts in millions)		2014				2013				in net income
	Interest rate swaps		$	(3	)		$	1				Net investment gains (losses)
	Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities			(3	)			2				Net investment gains (losses)
	Credit default swaps			—				4				Net investment gains (losses)
	Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			7				8				Net investment gains (losses)
	Equity index options			(7	)			(16	)			Net investment gains (losses)
	Financial futures			27				(97	)			Net investment gains (losses)
	Equity return swaps			(1	)			(10	)			Net investment gains (losses)
	Other foreign currency contracts			(9	)			—				Net investment gains (losses)
	GMWB embedded derivatives			(31	)			82				Net investment gains (losses)
	Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			(1	)			(3	)			Net investment gains (losses)
	Total derivatives not designated as hedges		$	(21	)		$	(29	)
Derivative Assets and Liabilities Subject to Master Netting Arrangement	'
	The following tables present additional information about derivative assets and liabilities subject to an enforceable master netting arrangement as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014
															Gross amounts not offset
															in the balance sheet
	(Amounts in millions)		Gross				Gross amounts				Net amounts				Financial				Collateral			Over			Net
			amounts				offset in the				presented in the				instruments (3)				pledged/			collateralization			amount
			recognized				balance sheet				balance sheet								received
	Derivative assets (1)		$	574			$	—			$	574			$	(210	)		$	(355	)	$	20		$	29
	Derivative liabilities (2)			410				—				410				(210	)			(196	)		10			14
	Net derivatives		$	164			$	—			$	164			$	—			$	(159	)	$	10		$	15
	(1)	Included $44 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other assets and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives.
	(2)	Included $25 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other liabilities and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities.
	(3)	Amounts represent derivative assets and/or liabilities that are presented gross within the balance sheet but are held with the same counterparty where we have a master netting arrangement. This adjustment results in presenting the net asset and net liability position for each counterparty.
			December 31, 2013
															Gross amounts not offset
															in the balance sheet
	(Amounts in millions)		Gross				Gross amounts				Net amounts				Financial				Collateral			Over			Net
			amounts				offset in the				presented in the				instruments (3)				pledged/			collateralization			amount
			recognized				balance sheet				balance sheet								received
	Derivative assets (1)		$	496			$	—			$	496			$	(286	)		$	(199	)	$	16		$	27
	Derivative liabilities (2)			662				—				662				(286	)			(394	)		23			5
	Net derivatives		$	(166	)		$	—			$	(166	)		$	—			$	195		$	(7	)	$	22
	(1)	Included $25 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other assets and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives.
	(2)	Included $7 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other liabilities and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities.
	(3)	Amounts represent derivative assets and/or liabilities that are presented gross within the balance sheet but are held with the same counterparty where we have a master netting arrangement. This adjustment results in presenting the net asset and net liability position for each counterparty.
Schedule of Credit Default Swaps Where We Sell Protection on Single Name Reference Entities and Fair Values	'
	The following table sets forth our credit default swaps where we sell protection on single name reference entities and the fair values as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014												December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in millions)		Notional				Assets				Liabilities				Notional				Assets			Liabilities
			value												value
	Investment grade
	Matures in less than one year		$	—			$	—			$	—			$	—			$	—		$	—
	Matures after one year through five years			39				1				—				39				1			—
	Total credit default swaps on single name reference entities		$	39			$	1			$	—			$	39			$	1		$	—
Schedule of Credit Default Swaps Where We Sell Protection on Credit Default Swap Index Tranches and Fair Values	'
	The following table sets forth our credit default swaps where we sell protection on credit default swap index tranches and the fair values as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014												December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in millions)		Notional				Assets				Liabilities				Notional				Assets			Liabilities
			value												value
	Original index tranche attachment/detachment point and maturity:
	7%—15% matures after one year through five years (1)		$	100			$	2			$	—			$	100			$	3		$	—
	9%—12% matures after one year through five years (2)			250				4				—				250				5			—
	10%—15% matures in less than one year (3)			250				2				—				250				2			—
	Total credit default swap index tranches			600				8				—				600				10			—
	Customized credit default swap index tranches related to securitization entities:
	Portion backing third-party borrowings maturing 2017 (4)			12				—				—				12				—			1
	Portion backing our interest maturing 2017 (5)			300				—				25				300				—			31
	Total customized credit default swap index tranches related to securitization entities			312				—				25				312				—			32
	Total credit default swaps on index tranches		$	912			$	8			$	25			$	912			$	10		$	32
	(1)	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 7% – 15%.
	(2)	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 9% – 12%.
	(3)	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 10% – 15%.
	(4)	Original notional value was $39 million.
	(5)	Original notional value was $300 million.

Fair_Value_of_Financial_Instru1

Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Fair Value Financial Instruments Not Required to be Carried at Fair Value	'
	The following represents our estimated fair value of financial assets and liabilities that are not required to be carried at fair value as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014
			Notional				Carrying			Fair value
	(Amounts in millions)		amount				amount			Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	Assets:
	Commercial mortgage loans		$		(1)		$	5,894		$	6,261		$	—		$	—		$	6,261
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans				(1)			227			255			—			—			255
	Other invested assets				(1)			216			226			—			133			93
	Liabilities:
	Long-term borrowings				(1)			5,150			5,708			—			5,574			134
	Non-recourse funding obligations				(1)			2,030			1,454			—			—			1,454
	Borrowings related to securitization entities				(1)			160			175			—			175			—
	Investment contracts				(1)			17,585			18,087			—			85			18,002
	Other firm commitments:
	Commitments to fund limited partnerships			65				—			—			—			—			—
	Ordinary course of business lending commitments			95				—			—			—			—			—
			December 31, 2013
			Notional				Carrying			Fair value
	(Amounts in millions)		amount				amount			Total			Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	Assets:
	Commercial mortgage loans		$		(1)		$	5,899		$	6,137		$	—		$	—		$	6,137
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans				(1)			233			258			—			—			258
	Other invested assets				(1)			307			311			—			221			90
	Liabilities:
	Long-term borrowings				(1)			5,161			5,590			—			5,460			130
	Non-recourse funding obligations				(1)			2,038			1,459			—			—			1,459
	Borrowings related to securitization entities				(1)			167			182			—			182			—
	Investment contracts				(1)			17,330			17,827			—			86			17,741
	Other firm commitments:
	Commitments to fund limited partnerships			65				—			—			—			—			—
	Ordinary course of business lending commitments			138				—			—			—			—			—
	(1)	These financial instruments do not have notional amounts.
Assets and Liabilities that are Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis	'
	The following tables set forth our assets and liabilities by class of instrument that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of the dates indicated:
			March 31, 2014
	(Amounts in millions)		Total				Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	Assets
	Investments:
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	5,214			$	—		$	5,210		$	4
	Tax-exempt			317				—			317			—
	Government—non-U.S.			2,153				—			2,129			24
	U.S. corporate			26,060				—			23,692			2,368
	Corporate—non-U.S.			15,141				—			13,343			1,798
	Residential mortgage-backed			5,102				—			5,009			93
	Commercial mortgage-backed			2,881				—			2,868			13
	Other asset-backed			3,376				—			2,223			1,153
	Total fixed maturity securities			60,244				—			54,791			5,453
	Equity securities			349				263			8			78
	Other invested assets:
	Trading securities			247				—			216			31
	Derivative assets:
	Interest rate swaps			498				—			498			—
	Foreign currency swaps			3				—			3			—
	Credit default swaps			9				—			1			8
	Equity index options			11				—			—			11
	Forward bond purchase commitments			4				—			4			—
	Other foreign currency contracts			5				—			4			1
	Total derivative assets			530				—			510			20
	Securities lending collateral			261				—			261			—
	Derivatives counterparty collateral			61				—			61			—
	Total other invested assets			1,099				—			1,048			51
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			398				—			180			218
	Reinsurance recoverable (1)			2				—			—			2
	Separate account assets			9,933				9,933			—			—
	Total assets		$	72,025			$	10,196		$	56,027		$	5,802
	Liabilities
	Policyholder account balances:
	GMWB embedded derivatives (2)		$	138			$	—		$	—		$	138
	Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			180				—			—			180
	Total policyholder account balances			318				—			—			318
	Derivative liabilities:
	Interest rate swaps			309				—			309			—
	Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities			19				—			19			—
	Inflation indexed swaps			63				—			63			—
	Foreign currency swaps			2				—			2			—
	Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			25				—			—			25
	Other foreign currency contracts			11				—			9			2
	Total derivative liabilities			429				—			402			27
	Borrowings related to securitization entities			79				—			—			79
	Total liabilities		$	826			$	—		$	402		$	424
	(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
	(2)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
			December 31, 2013
	(Amounts in millions)		Total				Level 1			Level 2			Level 3
	Assets
	Investments:
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	4,810			$	—		$	4,805		$	5
	Tax-exempt			295				—			295			—
	Government—non-U.S.			2,146				—			2,123			23
	U.S. corporate			25,035				—			22,635			2,400
	Corporate—non-U.S.			15,071				—			13,252			1,819
	Residential mortgage-backed			5,225				—			5,120			105
	Commercial mortgage-backed			2,898				—			2,892			6
	Other asset-backed			3,149				—			1,983			1,166
Total fixed maturity securities			58,629				—			53,105			5,524
Equity securities			341				256			7			78
Other invested assets:
Trading securities			239				—			205			34
Derivative assets:
Interest rate swaps			436				—			436			—
Foreign currency swaps			4				—			4			—
Credit default swaps			11				—			1			10
Equity index options			12				—			—			12
Other foreign currency contracts			8				—			5			3
Total derivative assets			471				—			446			25
Securities lending collateral			187				—			187			—
Derivatives counterparty collateral			70				—			70			—
Total other invested assets			967				—			908			59
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			391				—			180			211
Reinsurance recoverable (1)			(1	)			—			—			(1	)
Separate account assets			10,138				10,138			—			—
Total assets		$	70,465			$	10,394		$	54,200		$	5,871
Liabilities
Policyholder account balances:
GMWB embedded derivatives (2)		$	96			$	—		$	—		$	96
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			143				—			—			143
Total policyholder account balances			239				—			—			239
Derivative liabilities:
Interest rate swaps			575				—			575			—
Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities			16				—			16			—
Inflation indexed swaps			60				—			60			—
Foreign currency swaps			2				—			2			—
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			32				—			—			32
Equity return swaps			1				—			1			—
Forward bond purchase commitments			13				—			13			—
Other foreign currency contracts			4				—			3			1
Total derivative liabilities			703				—			670			33
Borrowings related to securitization entities			75				—			—			75
Total liabilities		$	1,017			$	—		$	670		$	347
(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
(2)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
Assets Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis and Utilized Significant Unobservable (Level 3) Inputs to Determine Fair Value	'
	The following tables present additional information about assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and for which we have utilized significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs to determine fair value as of or for the dates indicated:
	(Amounts in millions)		Beginning				Total realized and						Purchases			Sales			Issuances		Settlements			Transfer		Transfer			Ending		Total gains
			balance				unrealized gains																	into		out of			balance		(losses)
			as of				(losses)																	Level 3		Level 3			as of		included in
			January 1,																										March 31,		net income
			2014																										2014		attributable
																															to  assets
							Included			Included																					still held
							in net			in OCI
							income
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises		$	5			$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—	$	(1	)	$	—	$	—		$	4	$	—
	Government—non-U.S.			23				—			—			2			—			—		(1	)		—		—			24		—
	U.S. corporate (1)			2,400				5			29			90			—			—		(42	)		14		(128	)		2,368		5
	Corporate—non-U.S. (1)			1,819				1			9			36			—			—		(35	)		—		(32	)		1,798		1
	Residential mortgage-backed			105				—			1			—			(23	)		—		(3	)		13		—			93		—
	Commercial mortgage-backed			6				—			2			—			—			—		(1	)		6		—			13		—
	Other asset-backed (1)			1,166				1			(4	)		16			(5	)		—		(37	)		36		(20	)		1,153		1
	Total fixed maturity securities			5,524				7			37			144			(28	)		—		(120	)		69		(180	)		5,453		7
	Equity securities			78				—			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			78		—
	Other invested assets:
	Trading securities			34				—			—			—			—			—		(3	)		—		—			31		—
	Derivative assets:
	Credit default swaps			10				—			—			—			—			—		(2	)		—		—			8		—
	Equity index options			12				(7	)		—			6			—			—		—			—		—			11		(7	)
	Other foreign currency contracts			3				(2	)		—			—			—			—		—			—		—			1		(2	)
	Total derivative assets			25				(9	)		—			6			—			—		(2	)		—		—			20		(9	)
	Total other invested assets			59				(9	)		—			6			—			—		(5	)		—		—			51		(9	)
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			211				7			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			218		7
	Reinsurance recoverable (2)			(1	)			2			—			—			—			1		—			—		—			2		2
	Total Level 3 assets		$	5,871			$	7		$	37		$	150		$	(28	)	$	1	$	(125	)	$	69	$	(180	)	$	5,802	$	7
	(1)	The transfers into and out of Level 3 for fixed maturity securities were related to changes in the primary pricing source and changes in the observability of external information used in determining the fair value, such as external ratings or credit spreads.
	(2)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
	(Amounts in millions)		Beginning				Total realized and						Purchases			Sales			Issuances		Settlements			Transfer		Transfer			Ending		Total gains
			balance				unrealized gains																	into		out of			balance		(losses)
			as of				(losses)																	Level 3		Level 3			as of		included in
			January 1,																										March 31,		net income
			2013																										2013		attributable
																															to assets
							Included			Included																					still held
							in net			in OCI
							income
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. government, agencies and government- sponsored enterprises		$	9			$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	—	$	(4	)	$	—	$	—		$	5	$	—
	Government—non-U.S.			9				—			—			—			—			—		(1	)		—		—			8		—
	U.S. corporate (1)			2,683				2			18			56			(97	)		—		(51	)		62		(29	)		2,644		(1	)
	Corporate—non-U.S. (1)			1,983				1			9			53			—			—		(23	)		—		(53	)		1,970		1
	Residential mortgage-backed			157				(1	)		1			—			—			—		(11	)		—		(16	)		130		(1	)
	Commercial mortgage-backed			35				(2	)		(2	)		—			—			—		(10	)		5		—			26		(2	)
	Other asset-backed			864				(1	)		11			65			(44	)		—		(30	)		86		—			951		—
	Total fixed maturity securities			5,740				(1	)		37			174			(141	)		—		(130	)		153		(98	)		5,734		(3	)
	Equity securities			99				—			—			—			(7	)		—		—			—		—			92		—
	Other invested assets:
	Trading securities			76				3			—			—			(11	)		—		(1	)		—		—			67		2
	Derivative assets:
	Interest rate swaps			2				—			—			—			—			—		(1	)		—		—			1		—
	Credit default swaps			7				3			—			—			—			—		(3	)		—		—			7		2
	Equity index options			25				(15	)		—			7			—			—		—			—		—			17		(15	)
	Total derivative assets			34				(12	)		—			7			—			—		(4	)		—		—			25		(13	)
	Total other invested assets			110				(9	)		—			7			(11	)		—		(5	)		—		—			92		(11	)
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities			194				5			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			199		5
	Other assets (2)			9				1			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			10		1
	Reinsurance recoverable (3)			10				(5	)		—			—			—			1		—			—		—			6		(5	)
Total Level 3 assets		$	6,162			$	(9	)	$	37		$	181		$	(159	)	$	1	$	(135	)	$	153	$	(98	)	$	6,133	$	(13	)
(1)	The transfers into and out of Level 3 were primarily related to private fixed rate U.S. corporate and corporate—non-U.S. securities and resulted from a change in the observability of the additional premium to the public bond spread to adjust for the liquidity and other features of our private placements and resulted in unobservable inputs having a significant impact on certain valuations for transfers in or no longer having significant impact on certain valuations for transfers out.
(2)	Represents contingent receivables associated with recent business dispositions.
(3)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
Gains and Losses Included in Net Income from Assets and Liabilities Recorded at Fair Value	'
	The following table presents the gains and losses included in net income from assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and for which we have utilized significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs to determine fair value and the related income statement line item in which these gains and losses were presented for the three months ended March 31:
	(Amounts in millions)		2014				2013
	Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income:
	Net investment income		$	8			$	9
	Net investment gains (losses)			(1	)			(18	)
	Total		$	7			$	(9	)
	Net gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held:
	Net investment income		$	8			$	7
	Net investment gains (losses)			(1	)			(20	)
	Total		$	7			$	(13	)
	The following table presents the gains and losses included in net (income) from liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis and for which we have utilized significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs to determine fair value and the related income statement line item in which these gains and losses were presented for the three months ended March 31:
	(Amounts in millions)		2014				2013
	Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income):
	Net investment income		$	—			$	—
	Net investment (gains) losses			33				(83	)
	Total		$	33			$	(83	)
	Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held:
	Net investment income		$	—			$	—
	Net investment (gains) losses			34				(79	)
	Total		$	34			$	(79	)
Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis and Utilized Significant Unobservable (Level 3) Inputs to Determine Fair Value	'
	The following tables present additional information about liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis and for which we have utilized significant unobservable (Level 3) inputs to determine fair value as of or for the dates indicated:
	(Amounts in millions)		Beginning										Purchases			Sales			Issuances		Settlements			Transfer		Transfer			Ending		Total
			balance				Total realized and																	into		out of			balance		(gains)
			as of				unrealized (gains)																	Level 3		Level 3			as of		losses
			January 1,				losses																						March 31,		included in
			2014																										2014		net (income)
																															attributable
																															to liabilities
							Included			Included																					still held
							in net			in OCI
							(income)
	Policyholder account balances:
	GMWB embedded derivatives (1)		$	96			$	33		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	9	$	—		$	—	$	—		$	138	$	34
	Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			143				2			—			—			—			36		(1	)		—		—			180		2
	Total policyholder account balances			239				35			—			—			—			45		(1	)		—		—			318		36
	Derivative liabilities:
	Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			32				(7	)		—			—			—			—		—			—		—			25		(7	)
	Other foreign currency contracts			1				1			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			2		1
	Total derivative liabilities			33				(6	)		—			—			—			—		—			—		—			27		(6	)
	Borrowings related to securitization entities			75				4			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			79		4
	Total Level 3 liabilities		$	347			$	33		$	—		$	—		$	—		$	45	$	(1	)	$	—	$	—		$	424	$	34
	(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
			Beginning				Total realized and						Purchases			Sales			Issuances		Settlements			Transfer		Transfer			Ending		Total (gains)
			balance				unrealized (gains)																	into		out of			balance		losses
			as of				losses																	Level 3		Level 3			as of		included in
			January 1,																										March 31,		net (income)
			2013																										2013		attributable
																															to liabilities
	(Amounts in millions)						Included			Included																					still held
							in net			in OCI
							(income)
	Policyholder account balances:
	GMWB embedded derivatives (1)		$	350			$	(87	)	$	—		$	—		$	—		$	9	$	—		$	—	$	—		$	272	$	(83	)
	Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives			27				3			—			—			—			4		—			—		—			34		3
	Total policyholder account balances			377				(84	)		—			—			—			13		—			—		—			306		(80	)
	Derivative liabilities:
	Credit default swaps			1				(1	)		—			—			—			—		—			—		—			—		(1	)
	Credit default swaps related to securitization entities			104				(8	)		—			1			—			—		—			—		—			97		(8	)
	Equity index options			—				1			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			1		1
	Total derivative liabilities			105				(8	)		—			1			—			—		—			—		—			98		(8	)
	Borrowings related to securitization entities			62				9			—			—			—			—		—			—		—			71		9
	Total Level 3 liabilities		$	544			$	(83	)	$	—		$	1		$	—		$	13	$	—		$	—	$	—		$	475	$	(79	)
	(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
Fair Value Inputs, Assets and Liabilities, Quantitative Information	'
	The following table presents a summary of the significant unobservable inputs used for certain fair value measurements that are based on internal models and classified as Level 3 as of March 31, 2014:
	(Amounts in millions)		Valuation technique		Fair				Unobservable input	Range
					value					(weighted-average)
	Assets
	Fixed maturity securities:
	U.S. corporate		Internal models		$	2,160			Credit spreads	55bps - 503bps (178bps)
	Corporate—non-U.S.		Internal models			1,521			Credit spreads	66bps - 240bps (154bps)
	Derivative assets:
	Credit default swaps		Discounted cash flows			8			Credit spreads	6bps - 23bps (12bps)
	Equity index options		Discounted cash flows			11			Equity index volatility	15% - 23% (21%)
	Other foreign currency contracts		Discounted cash flows			1			Foreign exchange rate	39%
									volatility
	Liabilities
	Policyholder account balances:
									Withdrawal utilization rate	—  % - 98%
									Lapse rate	—  % - 15%
									Non-performance risk	45bps - 85bps (73bps)
									(credit spreads)
	GMWB embedded derivatives (1)		Stochastic cash flow model			138			Equity index volatility	15% - 24% (21%)
	Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives		Option budget method			180			Expected future	1% - 3% (2%)
									interest credited
	Derivative liabilities:
	Other foreign currency contracts		Discounted cash flows			2			Foreign exchange rate	31%
									volatility
	(1)	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.

Segment_Information_Tables

Segment Information (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Summary of Segments and Corporate and Other Activities	'
	The following is a summary of revenues for our segments and Corporate and Other activities for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended
		March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)	2014			2013
	Revenues:
	U.S. Life Insurance segment:
	Life insurance	$	480		$	494
	Long-term care insurance		856			775
	Fixed annuities		257			252
	U.S. Life Insurance segment’s revenues		1,593			1,521
	International Mortgage Insurance segment:
	Canada		168			192
	Australia		131			143
	Other Countries		9			10
	International Mortgage Insurance segment’s revenues		308			345
	U.S. Mortgage Insurance segment’s revenues		155			154
	International Protection segment’s revenues		207			205
	Runoff segment’s revenues		73			43
	Corporate and Other’s revenues		(14	)		35
	Total revenues	$	2,322		$	2,303
Summary of Net Operating Income (Loss) Available to Company's Common Stockholders for Segments and Corporate and Other Activities	'
	The following is a summary of net operating income (loss) for our segments and Corporate and Other activities and a reconciliation of net operating income (loss) for our segments and Corporate and Other activities to net income for the periods indicated:
		Three months ended
		March 31,
	(Amounts in millions)	2014			2013
	U.S. Life Insurance segment:
	Life insurance	$	21		$	36
	Long-term care insurance		46			20
	Fixed annuities		27			29
	U.S. Life Insurance segment’s net operating income		94			85
	International Mortgage Insurance segment:
	Canada		41			42
	Australia		62			46
	Other Countries		(4	)		(7	)
	International Mortgage Insurance segment’s net operating income		99			81
	U.S. Mortgage Insurance segment’s net operating income		33			21
	International Protection segment’s net operating income		7			6
	Runoff segment’s net operating income		12			16
	Corporate and Other’s net operating loss		(51	)		(58	)
	Net operating income		194			151
	Net investment gains (losses), net of taxes and other adjustments		(10	)		(28	)
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—			(20	)
	Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders		184			103
	Add: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests		35			38
	Net income	$	219		$	141
Summary of Total Assets for Segments and Corporate and Other Activities	'
	The following is a summary of total assets for our segments and Corporate and Other activities as of the dates indicated:
	(Amounts in millions)	March 31,			December 31,
		2014			2013
	Assets:
	U.S. Life Insurance	$	79,387		$	77,261
	International Mortgage Insurance		9,038			9,194
	U.S. Mortgage Insurance		2,305			2,361
	International Protection		2,104			2,061
	Runoff		14,216			14,062
	Corporate and Other		2,715			3,106
	Total assets	$	109,765		$	108,045

Changes_in_Accumulated_Other_C1

Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Component of Changes in Accumulated OCI, net of Taxes	'
	The following tables show the changes in accumulated OCI, net of taxes, by component as of and for the periods indicated:
	(Amounts in millions)		Net			Derivatives			Foreign			Total
			unrealized			qualifying as			currency
			investment			hedges (2)			translation
			gains						and other
			(losses) (1)						adjustments
	Balances as of January 1, 2014		$	926		$	1,319		$	297		$	2,542
	OCI before reclassifications			701			228			(21	)		908
	Amounts reclassified from (to) OCI			11			(9	)		—			2
	Current period OCI			712			219			(21	)		910
	Balances as of March 31, 2014 before noncontrolling interests			1,638			1,538			276			3,452
	Less: change in OCI attributable to noncontrolling interests			14			—			(45	)		(31	)
	Balances as of March 31, 2014		$	1,624		$	1,538		$	321		$	3,483
	(1)	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.
	(2)	See note 5 for additional information.
	(Amounts in millions)		Net			Derivatives			Foreign			Total
			unrealized			qualifying as			currency
			investment			hedges (2)			translation
			gains						and other
			(losses) (1)						adjustments
	Balances as of January 1, 2013		$	2,638		$	1,909		$	655		$	5,202
	OCI before reclassifications			(216	)		(102	)		(104	)		(422	)
	Amounts reclassified from (to) OCI			25			(8	)		—			17
	Current period OCI			(191	)		(110	)		(104	)		(405	)
	Balances as of March 31, 2013 before noncontrolling interests			2,447			1,799			551			4,797
	Less: change in OCI attributable to noncontrolling interests			4			—			(31	)		(27	)
	Balances as of March 31, 2013		$	2,443		$	1,799		$	582		$	4,824
	(1)	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.
	(2)	See note 5 for additional information.
Reclassifications out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) net of Taxes	'
	The following table shows reclassifications in (out) of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes, for the periods presented:
			Amount reclassified from accumulated other						Affected line item in the
			comprehensive income						consolidated statements
			Three months ended March 31,						of income
	(Amounts in millions)		2014			2013
	Net unrealized investment (gains) losses:
	Unrealized (gains) losses on investments (1)		$	17		$	38		Net investment (gains) losses
	Provision for income taxes			(6	)		(13	)	Provision for income taxes
	Total		$	11		$	25
	Derivatives qualifying as hedges:
	Interest rate swaps hedging assets		$	(15	)	$	(9	)	Net investment income
	Interest rate swaps hedging liabilities			—			(1	)	Interest expense
	Inflation indexed swaps			1			(3	)	Net investment income
	Provision for income taxes			5			5		Provision for income taxes
	Total		$	(9	)	$	(8	)
	(1)	Amounts exclude adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves.

Condensed_Consolidating_Financ1

Condensed Consolidating Financial Information (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet	'
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating balance sheet information as of March 31, 2014:
	(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Assets
	Investments:
	Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	$	—		$	151		$	60,293		$	(200	)	$	60,244
	Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value		—			—			349			—			349
	Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			5,894			—			5,894
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities		—			—			227			—			227
	Policy loans		—			—			1,438			—			1,438
	Other invested assets		—			44			1,831			—			1,875
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value		—			—			398			—			398
	Investments in subsidiaries		15,494			16,048			—			(31,542	)		—
	Total investments		15,494			16,243			70,430			(31,742	)		70,425
	Cash and cash equivalents		—			1,118			3,242			—			4,360
	Accrued investment income		—			—			752			—			752
	Deferred acquisition costs		—			—			5,177			—			5,177
	Intangible assets		—			—			327			—			327
	Goodwill		—			—			866			—			866
	Reinsurance recoverable		—			—			17,234			—			17,234
	Other assets		(5	)		241			457			(2	)		691
	Intercompany notes receivable		2			259			332			(593	)		—
	Separate account assets		—			—			9,933			—			9,933
	Total assets	$	15,491		$	17,861		$	108,750		$	(32,337	)	$	109,765
	Liabilities and stockholders’ equity
	Liabilities:
	Future policy benefits	$	—		$	—		$	34,076		$	—		$	34,076
	Policyholder account balances		—			—			25,881			—			25,881
	Liability for policy and contract claims		—			—			7,156			—			7,156
	Unearned premiums		—			—			4,075			—			4,075
	Other liabilities		(9	)		377			3,410			(1	)		3,777
	Intercompany notes payable		—			535			258			(793	)		—
	Borrowings related to securitization entities		—			—			239			—			239
	Non-recourse funding obligations		—			—			2,030			—			2,030
	Long-term borrowings		—			4,636			514			—			5,150
	Deferred tax liability		(15	)		(888	)		1,617			—			714
	Separate account liabilities		—			—			9,933			—			9,933
	Total liabilities		(24	)		4,660			89,189			(794	)		93,031
	Stockholders’ equity:
	Common stock		1			—			—			—			1
	Additional paid-in capital		12,124			9,291			17,209			(26,500	)		12,124
	Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)		3,483			3,447			3,467			(6,914	)		3,483
	Retained earnings		2,607			463			(2,339	)		1,876			2,607
	Treasury stock, at cost		(2,700	)		—			—			—			(2,700	)
	Total Genworth Financial, Inc.’s stockholders’ equity		15,515			13,201			18,337			(31,538	)		15,515
	Noncontrolling interests		—			—			1,224			(5	)		1,219
	Total stockholders’ equity		15,515			13,201			19,561			(31,543	)		16,734
	Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	15,491		$	17,861		$	108,750		$	(32,337	)	$	109,765
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating balance sheet information as of December 31, 2013:
	(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Assets
	Investments:
	Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	$	—		$	150		$	58,679		$	(200	)	$	58,629
	Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value		—			—			341			—			341
	Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			5,899			—			5,899
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities		—			—			233			—			233
	Policy loans		—			—			1,434			—			1,434
	Other invested assets		—			91			1,595			—			1,686
	Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value		—			—			391			—			391
	Investments in subsidiaries		14,358			14,929			—			(29,287	)		—
	Total investments		14,358			15,170			68,572			(29,487	)		68,613
	Cash and cash equivalents		—			1,219			2,995			—			4,214
Accrued investment income		—			—			682			(4	)		678
Deferred acquisition costs		—			—			5,278			—			5,278
Intangible assets		—			—			399			—			399
Goodwill		—			—			867			—			867
Reinsurance recoverable		—			—			17,219			—			17,219
Other assets		(2	)		276			367			(2	)		639
Intercompany notes receivable		8			248			393			(649	)		—
Separate account assets		—			—			10,138			—			10,138
Total assets	$	14,364		$	16,913		$	106,910		$	(30,142	)	$	108,045
Liabilities and stockholders’ equity
Liabilities:
Future policy benefits	$	—		$	—		$	33,705		$	—		$	33,705
Policyholder account balances		—			—			25,528			—			25,528
Liability for policy and contract claims		—			—			7,204			—			7,204
Unearned premiums		—			—			4,107			—			4,107
Other liabilities		(3	)		365			3,739			(5	)		4,096
Intercompany notes payable		—			601			248			(849	)		—
Borrowings related to securitization entities		—			—			242			—			242
Non-recourse funding obligations		—			—			2,038			—			2,038
Long-term borrowings		—			4,636			525			—			5,161
Deferred tax liability		(26	)		(796	)		1,028			—			206
Separate account liabilities		—			—			10,138			—			10,138
Total liabilities		(29	)		4,806			88,502			(854	)		92,425
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock		1			—			—			—			1
Additional paid-in capital		12,127			9,297			17,215			(26,512	)		12,127
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)		2,542			2,507			2,512			(5,019	)		2,542
Retained earnings		2,423			303			(2,551	)		2,248			2,423
Treasury stock, at cost		(2,700	)		—			—			—			(2,700	)
Total Genworth Financial, Inc.’s stockholders’ equity		14,393			12,107			17,176			(29,283	)		14,393
Noncontrolling interests		—			—			1,232			(5	)		1,227
Total stockholders’ equity		14,393			12,107			18,408			(29,288	)		15,620
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$	14,364		$	16,913		$	106,910		$	(30,142	)	$	108,045
Condensed Consolidating Income Statement	'
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2014:
	(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Revenues:
	Premiums	$	—		$	—		$	1,307		$	—		$	1,307
	Net investment income		—			—			809			(4	)		805
	Net investment gains (losses)		—			(4	)		(13	)		—			(17	)
	Insurance and investment product fees and other		—			—			227			—			227
	Total revenues		—			(4	)		2,330			(4	)		2,322
	Benefits and expenses:
	Benefits and other changes in policy reserves		—			—			1,194			—			1,194
	Interest credited		—			—			183			—			183
	Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals		7			—			371			—			378
	Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles		—			—			134			—			134
	Interest expense		—			84			47			(4	)		127
	Total benefits and expenses		7			84			1,929			(4	)		2,016
	Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries		(7	)		(88	)		401			—			306
	Provision (benefit) for income taxes		10			(46	)		123			—			87
	Equity in income of subsidiaries		201			202			—			(403	)		—
	Income from continuing operations		184			160			278			(403	)		219
	Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—			—			—			—			—
	Net income		184			160			278			(403	)		219
	Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests		—			—			35			—			35
	Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	184		$	160		$	243		$	(403	)	$	184
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
	(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Revenues:
	Premiums	$	—		$	—		$	1,261		$	—		$	1,261
	Net investment income		—			—			818			(4	)		814
	Net investment gains (losses)		—			(4	)		(57	)		—			(61	)
	Insurance and investment product fees and other		—			—			290			(1	)		289
	Total revenues		—			(4	)		2,312			(5	)		2,303
	Benefits and expenses:
	Benefits and other changes in policy reserves		—			—			1,201			—			1,201
	Interest credited		—			—			184			—			184
	Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals		—			—			433			—			433
	Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles		—			—			122			—			122
	Interest expense		—			80			51			(5	)		126
	Total benefits and expenses		—			80			1,991			(5	)		2,066
	Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries		—			(84	)		321			—			237
	Provision (benefit) for income taxes		—			(39	)		115			—			76
	Equity in income of subsidiaries		103			122			—			(225	)		—
	Income from continuing operations		103			77			206			(225	)		161
	Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—			(5	)		(15	)		—			(20	)
	Net income		103			72			191			(225	)		141
	Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests		—			—			38			—			38
	Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	103		$	72		$	153		$	(225	)	$	103
Condensed Consolidating Statement of Comprehensive Income	'
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating comprehensive income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2014:
	(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Net income	$	184		$	160		$	278		$	(403	)	$	219
	Other comprehensive income (loss):
	Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired		692			675			707			(1,368	)		706
	Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities		6			6			6			(12	)		6
	Derivatives qualifying as hedges		219			219			232			(451	)		219
	Foreign currency translation and other adjustments		24			40			(21	)		(64	)		(21	)
	Total other comprehensive income (loss)		941			940			924			(1,895	)		910
	Total comprehensive income (loss)		1,125			1,100			1,202			(2,298	)		1,129
	Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests		—			—			4			—			4
	Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	1,125		$	1,100		$	1,198		$	(2,298	)	$	1,125
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating comprehensive income statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
	(Amounts in millions)	Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Net income	$	103		$	72		$	191		$	(225	)	$	141
	Other comprehensive income (loss):
	Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired		(221	)		(227	)		(217	)		448			(217	)
	Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities		26			26			26			(52	)		26
	Derivatives qualifying as hedges		(110	)		(110	)		(110	)		220			(110	)
	Foreign currency translation and other adjustments		(73	)		(55	)		(104	)		128			(104	)
	Total other comprehensive income (loss)		(378	)		(366	)		(405	)		744			(405	)
	Total comprehensive income (loss)		(275	)		(294	)		(214	)		519			(264	)
	Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests		—			—			11			—			11
	Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.’s common stockholders	$	(275	)	$	(294	)	$	(225	)	$	519		$	(275	)
Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows	'
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating cash flow statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2014:
		Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Cash flows from operating activities:
	Net income	$	184		$	160		$	278		$	(403	)	$	219
	Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
	Equity in income from subsidiaries		(201	)		(202	)		—			403			—
	Dividends from subsidiaries		—			31			(31	)		—			—
	Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships		—			—			(28	)		—			(28	)
	Net investment losses (gains)		—			4			13			—			17
	Charges assessed to policyholders		—			—			(187	)		—			(187	)
	Acquisition costs deferred		—			—			(119	)		—			(119	)
	Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles		—			—			134			—			134
	Deferred income taxes		11			(84	)		90			—			17
	Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments		—			1			25			—			26
	Stock-based compensation expense		5			—			3			—			8
	Change in certain assets and liabilities:
	Accrued investment income and other assets		3			50			(158	)		(4	)		(109	)
	Insurance reserves		—			—			550			—			550
	Current tax liabilities		4			16			(202	)		—			(182	)
	Other liabilities and other policy-related balances		(10	)		—			(279	)		4			(285	)
	Net cash from operating activities		(4	)		(24	)		89			—			61
	Cash flows from investing activities:
	Proceeds from maturities and repayments of investments:
	Fixed maturity securities		—			—			1,135			—			1,135
	Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			139			—			139
	Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities		—			—			7			—			7
	Proceeds from sales of investments:
	Fixed maturity and equity securities		—			—			708			—			708
	Purchases and originations of investments:
	Fixed maturity and equity securities		—			—			(2,172	)		—			(2,172	)
	Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			(132	)		—			(132	)
	Other invested assets, net		—			—			111			—			111
	Intercompany notes receivable		6			(11	)		61			(56	)		—
	Net cash from investing activities		6			(11	)		(143	)		(56	)		(204	)
	Cash flows from financing activities:
	Deposits to universal life and investment contracts		—			—			814			—			814
	Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts		—			—			(505	)		—			(505	)
	Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations		—			—			(8	)		—			(8	)
	Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities		—			—			(7	)		—			(7	)
	Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests		—			—			(13	)		—			(13	)
	Proceeds from intercompany notes payable		—			(66	)		10			56			—
	Other, net		(2	)		—			(10	)		—			(12	)
	Net cash from financing activities		(2	)		(66	)		281			56			269
	Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents		—			—			20			—			20
	Net change in cash and cash equivalents		—			(101	)		247			—			146
	Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period		—			1,219			2,995			—			4,214
	Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	$	—		$	1,118		$	3,242		$	—		$	4,360
	The following table presents the condensed consolidating cash flow statement information for the three months ended March 31, 2013:
		Parent			Issuer			All Other			Eliminations			Consolidated
		Guarantor						Subsidiaries
	Cash flows from operating activities:
	Net income	$	103		$	72		$	191		$	(225	)	$	141
	Less loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes		—			5			15			—			20
	Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:
	Equity in income from subsidiaries		(103	)		(122	)		—			225			—
	Dividends from subsidiaries		—			11			(11	)		—			—
	Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships		—			—			(5	)		—			(5	)
	Net investment losses (gains)		—			4			57			—			61
	Charges assessed to policyholders		—			—			(202	)		—			(202	)
	Acquisition costs deferred		—			—			(105	)		—			(105	)
	Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles		—			—			122			—			122
	Deferred income taxes		—			(47	)		(135	)		—			(182	)
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments		—			(3	)		(24	)		—			(27	)
Stock-based compensation expense		—			—			9			—			9
Change in certain assets and liabilities:
Accrued investment income and other assets		—			74			(120	)		4			(42	)
Insurance reserves		—			—			541			—			541
Current tax liabilities		—			43			159			—			202
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances		—			17			(485	)		(6	)		(474	)
Cash from operating activities—discontinued operations		—			(5	)		6			—			1
Net cash from operating activities		—			49			13			(2	)		60
Cash flows from investing activities:
Proceeds from maturities and repayments of investments:
Fixed maturity securities		—			—			1,212			—			1,212
Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			212			—			212
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities		—			—			17			—			17
Proceeds from sales of investments:
Fixed maturity and equity securities		—			—			1,310			—			1,310
Purchases and originations of investments:
Fixed maturity and equity securities		—			—			(2,069	)		—			(2,069	)
Commercial mortgage loans		—			—			(203	)		—			(203	)
Other invested assets, net		—			—			(28	)		2			(26	)
Capital contributions to subsidiaries		—			(22	)		22			—			—
Intercompany notes receivable		—			8			70			(78	)		—
Cash from investing activities—discontinued operations		—			—			—			—			—
Net cash from investing activities		—			(14	)		543			(76	)		453
Cash flows from financing activities:
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts		—			—			445			—			445
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts		—			—			(678	)		—			(678	)
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations		—			—			(4	)		—			(4	)
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities		—			—			(17	)		—			(17	)
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests		—			—			(13	)		—			(13	)
Proceeds from intercompany notes payable		—			(70	)		(8	)		78			—
Other, net		—			(3	)		(29	)		—			(32	)
Cash from financing activities—discontinued operations		—			—			—			—			—
Net cash from financing activities		—			(73	)		(304	)		78			(299	)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents		—			—			(48	)		—			(48	)
Net change in cash and cash equivalents		—			(38	)		204			—			166
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period		—			843			2,810			—			3,653
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period		—			805			3,014			—			3,819
Less cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations at end of period		—			—			22			—			22
Cash and cash equivalents of continuing operations at end of period	$	—		$	805		$	2,992		$	—		$	3,797

Nature_of_Business_and_Formati

Nature of Business and Formation of Genworth - Additional Information (Detail) (Genworth Holdings)	Apr. 02, 2013
Genworth Holdings	'
Percentage of subsidiary equity ownership	100.00%

Earnings_per_Share_Detail

Earnings per Share (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Earnings (Loss) Per Share [Abstract]	'	'
Weighted-average shares used in basic earnings per common share calculations	495.8	492.5
Stock options, restricted stock units and stock appreciation rights	6.9	4.3
Weighted-average shares used in diluted earnings per common share calculations	502.7	496.8
Income from continuing operations:	'	'
Income from continuing operations	$219	$161
Less: income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests	35	38
Income from continuing operations available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	184	123
Basic per common share	$0.37	$0.25
Diluted per common share	$0.37	$0.25
Loss from discontinued operations:	'	'
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	-20
Less: income from discontinued operations, net of taxes, attributable to noncontrolling interests	0	0
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes, available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	0	-20
Basic per common share	$0	($0.04)
Diluted per common share	$0	($0.04)
Net income:	'	'
Income from continuing operations	219	161
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	-20
Net income	219	141
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	35	38
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	$184	$103
Basic per common share	$0.37	$0.21
Diluted per common share	$0.37	$0.21

Net_Investment_Income_Detail

Net Investment Income (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	$829	$838
Expenses and fees	-24	-24
Net investment income	805	814
Fixed maturity securities - taxable	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	648	656
Fixed maturity securities - non-taxable	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	3	2
Commercial mortgage loans	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	83	82
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	4	7
Equity securities	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	4	4
Other invested assets	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	50	48
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	1	0
Policy loans	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	31	32
Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments	'	'
Net Investment Income [Line Items]	'	'
Gross investment income before expenses and fees	$5	$7

Net_Investment_Gains_Losses_De

Net Investment Gains (Losses) (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Investments [Abstract]	'		'
Realized gains	$7		$40
Realized losses	-23		-66
Net realized gains (losses) on available-for-sale securities	-16		-26
Total other-than-temporary impairments	-1		-12
Portion of other-than-temporary impairments included in other comprehensive income (loss)	0		0
Net other-than-temporary impairments	-1		-12
Trading securities	12		10
Commercial mortgage loans	3		2
Net gains (losses) related to securitization entities	6		7
Derivative instruments	-21	[1]	-42	[1]
Contingent consideration adjustment	0		1
Other	0		-1
Net investment gains (losses)	($17)		($61)
[1]	See note 5 for additional information on the impact of derivative instruments included in net investment gains (losses).

Investments_Additional_Informa

Investments - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

3 Months Ended

In Millions, unless otherwise specified

Mar. 31, 2014

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Mar. 31, 2014

Mar. 31, 2014

Mar. 31, 2014

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Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

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Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Dec. 31, 2013

Mar. 31, 2014

Mar. 31, 2014

Mar. 31, 2014

Mar. 31, 2014

Loan

Loan

Floating rate commercial mortgage loans

Floating rate commercial mortgage loans

Investment grade

Investment grade

Retail

Retail

Industrial

Industrial

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Fixed maturity securities

Structured Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Investment grade

Investment grade

Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost

Securities

Securities

Investment grade

Investment grade

Securities

Securities

Finance and insurance

Utilities and energy

Consumer-non-cyclical

U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises

U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises

Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost

Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

Less Than Twelve Months

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

12 Months Or More

Securities

Securities

Investment grade

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises

U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises

Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost

Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost

Securities

Securities

U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises

U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises

Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost

Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost

Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost

More Than 20% Below Cost

More Than 20% Below Cost

More Than 20% Below Cost

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Securities

Investment grade

U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises

Securities

Schedule of Investments [Line Items]

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Aggregate fair value of securities sold

$265

$577

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Aggregate fair value of securities sold, percentage of book value

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90.00%

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Stated percentage below cost of securities in unrealized loss position

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20.00%

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20.00%

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Average fair value percentage below cost for securities in a continuous loss position

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Gross unrealized losses

596

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1,006

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551

[1]

931

[2]

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304

641

295

616

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292

[1]

365

[2]

256

[1]

315

[2]

588

[1]

993

[2]

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138

[1]

231

[2]

493

[1]

710

[2]

296

628

49

109

288

547

292

[1]

365

[2]

89

[1]

122

[2]

205

[1]

163

[2]

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Percentage of total unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position

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91.00%

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Average fair value percentage below cost for securities in a continuous loss position

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Number of securities in a continuous loss position

1,399

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1,933

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1,247

1,723

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1,089

1,624

1,026

1,515

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310

309

221

208

1,373

1,892

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1,321

1,809

1,063

1,583

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1,061

1,571

310

309

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260

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6,076

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Percent of investment portfolio, greater than 10%

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Percentage of investment portfolio by which no other industry group exceeded

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Commercial mortgage loans outstanding more than 90 days, interest accruing

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$5,924

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$2,073

$1,580

$1,581

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[1]

Amounts included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.

[2]

Amounts included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.

Credit_Losses_Recognized_in_Ne

Credit Losses Recognized in Net Income on Debt Securities (Detail) (Debt Securities, USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Debt Securities	'	'
Other than Temporary Impairment, Credit Losses Recognized in Earnings [Line Items]	'	'
Cumulative credit losses, beginning balance	$101	$387
Other-than-temporary impairments not previously recognized	0	2
Increases related to other-than-temporary impairments previously recognized	0	4
Securities sold, paid down or disposed	-2	-142
Cumulative credit losses, ending balance	$99	$251

Net_Unrealized_Gains_and_Losse

Net Unrealized Gains and Losses on Available-for-Sale Investment Securities Reflected as Separate Component of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013		Mar. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Components of Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss [Line Items]	'		'		'		'
Adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves	($1,221)		($869)		'		'
Income taxes, net	-901		-517		'		'
Net unrealized investment gains (losses) including noncontrolling interests	1,691		979		'		'
Less: net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to noncontrolling interests	67		53		'		'
Net unrealized investment gains (losses)	1,624	[1]	926	[1]	2,443	[1]	2,638	[1]
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) On Investment Securities	'		'		'		'
Components of Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss [Line Items]	'		'		'		'
Fixed maturity securities	3,782		2,346		'		'
Equity securities	35		23		'		'
Other invested assets	-4		-4		'		'
Subtotal	$3,813		$2,365		'		'
[1]	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.

Change_in_Net_Unrealized_Gains

Change in Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities Reported in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Investments [Abstract]	'		'
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), beginning of period	$926	[1]	$2,638	[1]
Unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities	1,431		-427
Adjustment to deferred acquisition costs	-99		16
Adjustment to present value of future profits	-52		1
Adjustment to sales inducements	-13		-3
Adjustment to benefit reserves	-188		91
Provision for income taxes	-378		106
Change in unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities	701	[1]	-216	[1]
Reclassification adjustments to net investment (gains) losses, net of taxes of $(6) and $(13)	11	[1]	25	[1]
Change in net unrealized investment gains (losses)	712	[1]	-191	[1]
Less: change in net unrealized investment gains (losses) attributable to noncontrolling interests	14	[1]	4	[1]
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), end of period	$1,624	[1]	$2,443	[1]
[1]	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.

Change_in_Net_Unrealized_Gains1

Change in Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Available-for-Sale Securities Reported in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Parenthetical) (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Components of Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss [Line Items]	'	'
Reclassification adjustments to net investment (gains) losses, taxes	($6)	($13)

Amortized_Cost_or_Cost_Gross_U

Amortized Cost or Cost, Gross Unrealized Gains (Losses) and Fair Value of Fixed Maturity and Equity Securities Classified as Available-for-Sale (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	$56,493	'
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	60,244	58,629
Fair value, equity securities	349	341
Amortized cost or cost, total	56,808	56,627
Fair value, total	60,593	58,970
Fixed maturity securities	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	56,493	56,309
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	60,244	58,629
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	4,819	4,710
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	5,214	4,810
Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	329	324
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	317	295
Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	2,043	2,057
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	2,153	2,146
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	23,897	23,614
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	26,060	25,035
Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	14,337	14,489
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	15,141	15,071
Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	4,859	5,058
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	5,102	5,225
Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	2,812	2,886
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	2,881	2,898
Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, fixed maturity securities	3,397	3,171
Fair value, fixed maturity securities	3,376	3,149
Equity securities	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Amortized cost or cost, equity securities	315	318
Fair value, equity securities	349	341
Not other-than-temporary impairments	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	4,345	3,319
Gross unrealized losses	-593	-999
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	4,303	3,283
Gross unrealized losses	-585	-986
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	533	331
Gross unrealized losses	-138	-231
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	15	7
Gross unrealized losses	-27	-36
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	121	104
Gross unrealized losses	-11	-15
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	2,333	1,761
Gross unrealized losses	-191	-359
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	888	738
Gross unrealized losses	-84	-156
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	278	232
Gross unrealized losses	-44	-70
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	99	75
Gross unrealized losses	-33	-62
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	36	35
Gross unrealized losses	-57	-57
Not other-than-temporary impairments | Equity securities	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	42	36
Gross unrealized losses	-8	-13
Other-than-temporary impairments	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	36	30
Gross unrealized losses	-3	-7
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	36	30
Gross unrealized losses	-3	-7
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	0	0
Gross unrealized losses	0	0
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	0	0
Gross unrealized losses	0	0
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	0	0
Gross unrealized losses	0	0
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	21	19
Gross unrealized losses	0	0
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	0	0
Gross unrealized losses	0	0
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	12	9
Gross unrealized losses	-3	-4
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	3	2
Gross unrealized losses	0	-3
Other-than-temporary impairments | Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	0	0
Gross unrealized losses	0	0
Other-than-temporary impairments | Equity securities	'	'
Schedule of Investments [Line Items]	'	'
Gross unrealized gains	0	0
Gross unrealized losses	$0	$0

Gross_Unrealized_Losses_and_Fa

Gross Unrealized Losses and Fair Value of Investment Securities (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Securities		Securities
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	$10,216		$14,393
Gross unrealized losses	-596	[1]	-1,006	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1,399		1,933
12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	2,192		2,054
Gross unrealized losses	-292	[1]	-365	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	310		309
Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	8,024		12,339
Gross unrealized losses	-304		-641
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1,089		1,624
Below investment grade	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	596	[3]	866	[4]
Gross unrealized losses	-45	[1],[3]	-75	[2],[4]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	152	[3]	210	[4]
Below investment grade | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	350	[3]	423	[4]
Gross unrealized losses	-36	[1],[3]	-50	[2],[4]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	89	[3]	101	[4]
Below investment grade | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	246	[3]	443	[4]
Gross unrealized losses	-9	[3]	-25	[4]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	63	[3]	109	[4]
Investment grade	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	9,620		13,527
Gross unrealized losses	-551	[1]	-931	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1,247		1,723
Investment grade | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	1,842		1,631
Gross unrealized losses	-256	[1]	-315	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	221		208
Investment grade | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	7,778		11,896
Gross unrealized losses	-295		-616
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1,026		1,515
Fixed maturity securities	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	10,133		14,298
Gross unrealized losses	-588	[1]	-993	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1,373		1,892
Fixed maturity securities | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	2,192		2,054
Gross unrealized losses	-292	[1]	-365	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	310		309
Fixed maturity securities | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	7,941		12,244
Gross unrealized losses	-296		-628
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1,063		1,583
Fixed maturity securities | Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	9,916		13,584
Gross unrealized losses	-493	[1]	-710	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1,321		1,809
Fixed maturity securities | Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	1,997		1,575
Gross unrealized losses	-205	[1]	-163	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	260		238
Fixed maturity securities | Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	7,919		12,009
Gross unrealized losses	-288		-547
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1,061		1,571
Fixed maturity securities | 20 To 50 percent below cost	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	205		701
Gross unrealized losses	-80	[1]	-268	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	34		63
Fixed maturity securities | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	183		466
Gross unrealized losses	-72	[1]	-187	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	32		51
Fixed maturity securities | 20 To 50 percent below cost | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	22		235
Gross unrealized losses	-8		-81
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	2		12
Fixed maturity securities | Greater than 50% below cost	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	12		13
Gross unrealized losses	-15	[1]	-15	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	18		20
Fixed maturity securities | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	12		13
Gross unrealized losses	-15	[1]	-15	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	18		20
Fixed maturity securities | Greater than 50% below cost | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		0
Gross unrealized losses	0		0
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		0
Fixed maturity securities | Below investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	22		'
Gross unrealized losses	-8		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	18		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	2.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Below investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	7		'
Gross unrealized losses	-10		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	11		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	2.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	161		'
Gross unrealized losses	-64		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	14		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	12.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	5		'
Gross unrealized losses	-5		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	7		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	1.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	925		1,131
Gross unrealized losses	-138	[1]	-231	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	40		45
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	453		335
Gross unrealized losses	-89	[1]	-122	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	15		13
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	472		796
Gross unrealized losses	-49		-109
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	25		32
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises | Investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	37		'
Gross unrealized losses	-9		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	2.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises | Investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		'
Gross unrealized losses	0		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	111		179
Gross unrealized losses	-27	[1]	-36	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	17		35
Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	98		97
Gross unrealized losses	-26	[1]	-33	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	9		9
Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	13		82
Gross unrealized losses	-1		-3
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	8		26
Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt | Investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	60		'
Gross unrealized losses	-19		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	6		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	3.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt | Investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		'
Gross unrealized losses	0		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	370		479
Gross unrealized losses	-11	[1]	-15	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	43		60
Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S. | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	6		0
Gross unrealized losses	-1	[1]	0	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	4		0
Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S. | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	364		479
Gross unrealized losses	-10		-15
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	39		60
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	3,707		5,437
Gross unrealized losses	-191	[1]	-359	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	546		789
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	677		663
Gross unrealized losses	-74	[1]	-99	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	82		82
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	3,030		4,774
Gross unrealized losses	-117		-260
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	464		707
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate | Below investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	9		'
Gross unrealized losses	-3		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	2		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	1.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate | Below investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		'
Gross unrealized losses	0		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	2,212		3,292
Gross unrealized losses	-84	[1]	-156	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	290		413
Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S. | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	380		287
Gross unrealized losses	-26	[1]	-29	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	45		34
Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S. | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	1,832		3,005
Gross unrealized losses	-58		-127
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	245		379
Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S. | Investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	10		'
Gross unrealized losses	-3		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	3		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	1.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S. | Investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		'
Gross unrealized losses	0		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	896		1,209
Gross unrealized losses	-47	[1]	-74	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	185		231
Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	140		157
Gross unrealized losses	-20	[1]	-19	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	87		92
Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	756		1,052
Gross unrealized losses	-27		-55
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	98		139
Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	798		1,337
Gross unrealized losses	-33	[1]	-65	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	113		169
Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	292		370
Gross unrealized losses	-13	[1]	-23	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	51		62
Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	506		967
Gross unrealized losses	-20		-42
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	62		107
Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	1,114		1,234
Gross unrealized losses	-57	[1]	-57	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	139		150
Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	146		145
Gross unrealized losses	-43	[1]	-40	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	17		17
Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	968		1,089
Gross unrealized losses	-14		-17
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	122		133
Equity securities	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	83		95
Gross unrealized losses	-8	[1]	-13	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	26		41
Equity securities | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		0
Gross unrealized losses	0	[1]	0	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		0
Equity securities | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	83		95
Gross unrealized losses	-8		-13
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	26		41
Equity securities | Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	83		87
Gross unrealized losses	-8	[1]	-11	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	26		40
Equity securities | Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		0
Gross unrealized losses	0	[1]	0	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		0
Equity securities | Less Than 20 Percent Below Cost | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	83		87
Gross unrealized losses	-8		-11
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	26		40
Equity securities | 20 To 50 percent below cost	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	'		8
Gross unrealized losses	'		-2	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	'		1
Equity securities | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	'		0
Gross unrealized losses	'		0	[2]
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	'		0
Equity securities | 20 To 50 percent below cost | Less Than Twelve Months	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	'		8
Gross unrealized losses	'		-2
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	'		1
Structured Securities | Below investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	13		'
Gross unrealized losses	-5		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	16		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	1.00%		'
Structured Securities | Below investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	7		'
Gross unrealized losses	-10		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	11		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	2.00%		'
Structured Securities | Investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	54		'
Gross unrealized losses	-33		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	4		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	6.00%		'
Structured Securities | Investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	5		'
Gross unrealized losses	-5		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	7		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	1.00%		'
Structured Securities | Residential mortgage-backed | Below investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	4		'
Gross unrealized losses	-2		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	11		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Structured Securities | Residential mortgage-backed | Below investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	1		'
Gross unrealized losses	-2		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	10		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Structured Securities | Residential mortgage-backed | Investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		'
Gross unrealized losses	0		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Structured Securities | Residential mortgage-backed | Investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	5		'
Gross unrealized losses	-5		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	7		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	1.00%		'
Structured Securities | Commercial mortgage-backed | Below investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	9		'
Gross unrealized losses	-3		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	5		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	1.00%		'
Structured Securities | Commercial mortgage-backed | Below investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		'
Gross unrealized losses	0		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Structured Securities | Other asset-backed | Below investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		'
Gross unrealized losses	0		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
Structured Securities | Other asset-backed | Below investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	6		'
Gross unrealized losses	-8		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	1		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	2.00%		'
Structured Securities | Other asset-backed | Investment grade | 20 To 50 percent below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	54		'
Gross unrealized losses	-33		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	4		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	6.00%		'
Structured Securities | Other asset-backed | Investment grade | Greater than 50% below cost | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Fair value	0		'
Gross unrealized losses	$0		'
Number of securities in a continuous loss position	0		'
Percentage of total gross unrealized losses for securities in a continuous loss position	0.00%		'
[1]	Amounts included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
[2]	Amounts included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
[3]	Amounts that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
[4]	Amounts that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.

Gross_Unrealized_Losses_and_Fa1

Gross Unrealized Losses and Fair Value of Investment Securities (Parenthetical) (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Gross unrealized losses	$596	[1]	$1,006	[2]
12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Gross unrealized losses	292	[1]	365	[2]
Below investment grade	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Gross unrealized losses	45	[1],[3]	75	[2],[4]
Below investment grade | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Gross unrealized losses	36	[1],[3]	50	[2],[4]
Other-than-temporary impairments	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Gross unrealized losses	3		7
Other-than-temporary impairments | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Gross unrealized losses	3		7
Other-than-temporary impairments | Below investment grade | 12 Months Or More	'		'
Available for Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]	'		'
Gross unrealized losses	$3		$7
[1]	Amounts included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
[2]	Amounts included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
[3]	Amounts that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more included $3 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.
[4]	Amounts that have been in a continuous loss position for 12 months or more included $7 million of unrealized losses on other-than-temporarily impaired securities.

Scheduled_Maturity_Distributio

Scheduled Maturity Distribution of Fixed Maturity Securities (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Amortized cost or cost	'	'
Due one year or less	$3,089	'
Due after one year through five years	9,689	'
Due after five years through ten years	12,345	'
Due after ten years	20,302	'
Subtotal	45,425	'
Total	56,493	'
Fair value	'	'
Due one year or less	3,118	'
Due after one year through five years	10,257	'
Due after five years through ten years	12,915	'
Due after ten years	22,595	'
Subtotal	48,885	'
Total	60,244	58,629
Residential mortgage-backed	'	'
Amortized cost or cost	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	4,859	'
Fair value	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	5,102	'
Commercial mortgage-backed	'	'
Amortized cost or cost	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	2,812	'
Fair value	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	2,881	'
Other asset-backed	'	'
Amortized cost or cost	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	3,397	'
Fair value	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	$3,376	'

Distribution_Across_Property_T

Distribution Across Property Type and Geographic Region for Commercial Mortgage Loans (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	$5,924	$5,932
Allowance for losses	-30	-33
% of total	100.00%	100.00%
Total	5,894	5,899
Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	5,924	5,932
Allowance for losses	-30	-33
% of total	100.00%	100.00%
Total	5,894	5,899
Pacific | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,601	1,590
% of total	27.00%	27.00%
South Atlantic | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,526	1,535
% of total	26.00%	26.00%
Middle Atlantic | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	823	828
% of total	14.00%	14.00%
Mountain | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	494	478
% of total	8.00%	8.00%
East North Central | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	399	404
% of total	7.00%	7.00%
West North Central | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	370	377
% of total	6.00%	6.00%
New England | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	335	337
% of total	6.00%	6.00%
West South Central | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	238	241
% of total	4.00%	4.00%
East South Central | Commercial Mortgage Loan	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	138	142
% of total	2.00%	2.00%
Retail	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2,103	2,073
% of total	36.00%	35.00%
Industrial	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,580	1,581
% of total	27.00%	27.00%
Office	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,509	1,558
% of total	25.00%	26.00%
Apartments	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	493	491
% of total	8.00%	8.00%
Mixed use/other	'	'
Distribution of Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	$239	$229
% of total	4.00%	4.00%

Aging_of_Past_Due_Commercial_M

Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans by Property Type (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	$5,924	$5,932
% of total	100.00%	100.00%
Retail	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2,103	2,073
% of total	36.00%	35.00%
Industrial	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,580	1,581
% of total	27.00%	27.00%
Office	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,509	1,558
% of total	25.00%	26.00%
Apartments	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	493	491
% of total	8.00%	8.00%
Mixed use/other	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	239	229
% of total	4.00%	4.00%
31-60 days past due	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2	3
% of total	0.00%	0.00%
31-60 days past due | Retail	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	0
31-60 days past due | Industrial	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	2
31-60 days past due | Office	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2	0
31-60 days past due | Apartments	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	0
31-60 days past due | Mixed use/other	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	1
61-90 days past due	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2	2
% of total	0.00%	0.00%
61-90 days past due | Retail	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2	0
61-90 days past due | Industrial	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	2
61-90 days past due | Office	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	0
61-90 days past due | Apartments	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	0
61-90 days past due | Mixed use/other	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	0
Greater than 90 days past due	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	37	32
% of total	1.00%	1.00%
Greater than 90 days past due | Retail	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	10	10
Greater than 90 days past due | Industrial	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	18	16
Greater than 90 days past due | Office	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	9	6
Greater than 90 days past due | Apartments	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	0
Greater than 90 days past due | Mixed use/other	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	0
Total past due	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	41	37
% of total	1.00%	1.00%
Total past due | Retail	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	12	10
Total past due | Industrial	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	18	20
Total past due | Office	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	11	6
Total past due | Apartments	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	0
Total past due | Mixed use/other	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	1
Current	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	5,883	5,895
% of total	99.00%	99.00%
Current | Retail	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2,091	2,063
Current | Industrial	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,562	1,561
Current | Office	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,498	1,552
Current | Apartments	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	493	491
Current | Mixed use/other	'	'
Aging of Past Due Commercial Mortgage Loans [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	$239	$228

Allowance_for_Credit_Losses_an

Allowance for Credit Losses and Recorded Investment in Commercial Mortgage Loans (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified			Allowance for Credit Losses	Allowance for Credit Losses	Commercial Mortgage Loans Recorded Investment	Commercial Mortgage Loans Recorded Investment
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'
Beginning balance	$30	$33	$33	$42	'	'
Charge-offs	'	'	-1	0	'	'
Recoveries	'	'	0	0	'	'
Provision	'	'	-2	-2	'	'
Ending balance	30	33	30	40	'	'
Ending allowance for individually impaired loans	'	'	0	0	'	'
Ending allowance for loans not individually impaired that were evaluated collectively for impairment	'	'	30	40	'	'
Ending balance	5,924	5,932	'	'	5,924	5,904
Ending balance of individually impaired loans	'	'	'	'	17	0
Ending balance of loans not individually impaired that were evaluated collectively for impairment	'	'	'	'	$5,907	$5,904

LoantoValue_of_Commercial_Mort

Loan-to-Value of Commercial Mortgage Loans by Property Type (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	$5,924		$5,932
% of total	100.00%		100.00%
Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio	1.75		1.75
Retail	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2,103		2,073
% of total	36.00%		35.00%
Industrial	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,580		1,581
% of total	27.00%		27.00%
Office	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,509		1,558
% of total	25.00%		26.00%
Apartments	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	493		491
% of total	8.00%		8.00%
Mixed use/other	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	239		229
% of total	4.00%		4.00%
Greater than 100%	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	116	[1]	106	[2]
% of total	2.00%	[1]	2.00%	[2]
Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio	0.52	[1]	0.63	[2]
Greater than 100% | Retail	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	22	[1]	22	[2]
Greater than 100% | Industrial	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	34	[1]	20	[2]
Greater than 100% | Office	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	60	[1]	63	[2]
Greater than 100% | Apartments	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	[1]	1	[2]
Greater than 100% | Mixed use/other	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	0	[1]	0	[2]
0% - 50%	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,726		1,695
% of total	29.00%		28.00%
Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio	2.12		2.14
0% - 50% | Retail	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	597		596
0% - 50% | Industrial	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	448		430
0% - 50% | Office	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	406		397
0% - 50% | Apartments	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	204		201
0% - 50% | Mixed use/other	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	71		71
51% - 60%	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	995		886
% of total	17.00%		15.00%
Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio	2.03		1.79
51% - 60% | Retail	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	451		336
51% - 60% | Industrial	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	238		237
51% - 60% | Office	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	172		191
51% - 60% | Apartments	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	87		86
51% - 60% | Mixed use/other	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	47		36
61% - 75%	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2,749		2,774
% of total	46.00%		47.00%
Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio	1.55		1.66
61% - 75% | Retail	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	947		1,024
61% - 75% | Industrial	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	781		748
61% - 75% | Office	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	726		716
61% - 75% | Apartments	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	186		176
61% - 75% | Mixed use/other	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	109		110
76% - 100%	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	338		471
% of total	6.00%		8.00%
Weighted-average debt service coverage ratio	1.04		1.03
76% - 100% | Retail	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	86		95
76% - 100% | Industrial	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	79		146
76% - 100% | Office	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	145		191
76% - 100% | Apartments	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	16		27
76% - 100% | Mixed use/other	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	$12		$12
[1]	Included $17 million of impaired loans, $3 million of loans past due and not individually impaired and $96 million of loans in good standing, where borrowers continued to make timely payments, with a total weighted-average loan-to-value of 119%.
[2]	Included $2 million of impaired loans, $5 millions of delinquent loans and $99 million of loans in good standing, where borrowers continued to make timely payments, with a total weighted-average loan-to-value of 119%.

LoantoValue_of_Commercial_Mort1

Loan-to-Value of Commercial Mortgage Loans by Property Type (Parenthetical) (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	5,924		5,932
Greater than 100%	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	116	[1]	106	[2]
Greater than 100% | Loans in Good Standing	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	96		99
Greater than 100% | Loans in Good Standing | Weighted Average Loan-To-Value	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Weighted-average loan-to-value	119.00%		119.00%
Greater than 100% | Impaired Loans	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	17		2
Greater than 100% | Delinquent loans	'		'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	3		5
[1]	Included $17 million of impaired loans, $3 million of loans past due and not individually impaired and $96 million of loans in good standing, where borrowers continued to make timely payments, with a total weighted-average loan-to-value of 119%.
[2]	Included $2 million of impaired loans, $5 millions of delinquent loans and $99 million of loans in good standing, where borrowers continued to make timely payments, with a total weighted-average loan-to-value of 119%.

Debt_Service_Coverage_Ratio_fo

Debt Service Coverage Ratio for Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans by Property Type (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	$5,924	$5,932
% of total	100.00%	100.00%
Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	5,816	5,823
% of total	100.00%	100.00%
Weighted-average loan-to-value	59.00%	59.00%
Retail	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2,103	2,073
% of total	36.00%	35.00%
Retail | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2,002	1,972
Industrial	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,580	1,581
% of total	27.00%	27.00%
Industrial | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,580	1,581
Office	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,509	1,558
% of total	25.00%	26.00%
Office | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,502	1,550
Apartments	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	493	491
% of total	8.00%	8.00%
Apartments | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	493	491
Mixed use/other	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	239	229
% of total	4.00%	4.00%
Mixed use/other | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	239	229
Less than 1.00 | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	449	451
% of total	8.00%	8.00%
Weighted-average loan-to-value	79.00%	80.00%
Less than 1.00 | Retail | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	103	106
Less than 1.00 | Industrial | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	193	195
Less than 1.00 | Office | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	124	131
Less than 1.00 | Apartments | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	13	3
Less than 1.00 | Mixed use/other | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	16	16
1.00 - 1.25 | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	660	635
% of total	11.00%	11.00%
Weighted-average loan-to-value	67.00%	68.00%
1.00 - 1.25 | Retail | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	322	314
1.00 - 1.25 | Industrial | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	106	100
1.00 - 1.25 | Office | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	186	181
1.00 - 1.25 | Apartments | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	38	31
1.00 - 1.25 | Mixed use/other | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	8	9
1.26 - 1.50 | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,089	1,008
% of total	19.00%	17.00%
Weighted-average loan-to-value	63.00%	63.00%
1.26 - 1.50 | Retail | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	437	374
1.26 - 1.50 | Industrial | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	293	270
1.26 - 1.50 | Office | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	220	225
1.26 - 1.50 | Apartments | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	107	107
1.26 - 1.50 | Mixed use/other | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	32	32
1.51 - 2.00 | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	2,400	2,430
% of total	41.00%	42.00%
Weighted-average loan-to-value	60.00%	60.00%
1.51 - 2.00 | Retail | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	759	779
1.51 - 2.00 | Industrial | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	701	721
1.51 - 2.00 | Office | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	640	637
1.51 - 2.00 | Apartments | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	182	187
1.51 - 2.00 | Mixed use/other | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	118	106
Greater than 2.00 | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	1,218	1,299
% of total	21.00%	22.00%
Weighted-average loan-to-value	43.00%	43.00%
Greater than 2.00 | Retail | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	381	399
Greater than 2.00 | Industrial | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	287	295
Greater than 2.00 | Office | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	332	376
Greater than 2.00 | Apartments | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	153	163
Greater than 2.00 | Mixed use/other | Fixed Rate Commercial Mortgage Loans	'	'
Commercial Mortgage Loans by Credit Quality Indicator [Line Items]	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans, recorded investment	$65	$66

Schedule_of_Positions_in_Deriv

Schedule of Positions in Derivative Instruments (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	$532		$470
Derivative liabilities, fair value	747		942
Designated As Hedging Instrument	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	166		126
Derivative liabilities, fair value	333		644
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	166		125
Derivative liabilities, fair value	333		644
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges | Interest rate swaps | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	159		121
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges | Interest rate swaps | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	268		569
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges | Inflation indexed swaps | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	0		0
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges | Inflation indexed swaps | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	63		60
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges | Foreign currency swaps | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	3		4
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges | Foreign currency swaps | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	2		2
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges | Forward bond purchase commitments | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	4		0
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Cash Flow Hedges | Forward bond purchase commitments | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	0		13
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Fair value hedges	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	0		1
Derivative liabilities, fair value	0		0
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Fair value hedges | Interest rate swaps | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	0		1
Designated As Hedging Instrument | Fair value hedges | Interest rate swaps | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	0		0
Derivatives not designated as hedges	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	366		344
Derivative liabilities, fair value	414		298
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Interest rate swaps | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	339		314
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Interest rate swaps | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	41		6
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities | Restricted other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	0		0
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	19		16
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Credit default swaps | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	9		11
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Credit default swaps | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	0		0
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Credit default swaps related to securitization entities | Restricted other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	0		0
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Credit default swaps related to securitization entities | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	25		32
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Equity index options | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	11		12
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Equity index options | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	0		0
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Financial futures | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	0		0
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Financial futures | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	0		0
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Equity return swaps | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	0		0
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Equity return swaps | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	0		1
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Other foreign currency contracts | Other invested assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	5		8
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Other foreign currency contracts | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	11		4
Derivatives not designated as hedges | GMWB embedded derivatives | Reinsurance recoverable	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	2	[1]	-1	[1]
Derivatives not designated as hedges | GMWB embedded derivatives | Policyholder account balances	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	138	[2]	96	[2]
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives | Other assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	0	[3]	0	[3]
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives | Policyholder account balances	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	$180	[3]	$143	[3]
[1]	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our guaranteed minimum withdrawal benefits ("GMWB") liabilities.
[2]	Represents the embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.
[3]	Represents the embedded derivatives associated with our fixed index annuity liabilities.

Activity_Associated_with_Deriv

Activity Associated with Derivative Instruments (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	$23,263
Additions	1,645
Maturities/ terminations	-1,806
Notional amount, end balance	23,102
Derivatives Designated As Hedges	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	14,765
Additions	3
Maturities/ terminations	-267
Notional amount, end balance	14,501
Derivatives Designated As Hedges | Cash Flow Hedges	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	14,759
Additions	3
Maturities/ terminations	-266
Notional amount, end balance	14,496
Derivatives Designated As Hedges | Cash Flow Hedges | Interest rate swaps	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	13,926
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	-225
Notional amount, end balance	13,701
Derivatives Designated As Hedges | Cash Flow Hedges | Inflation indexed swaps	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	561
Additions	3
Maturities/ terminations	-2
Notional amount, end balance	562
Derivatives Designated As Hedges | Cash Flow Hedges | Foreign currency swaps	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	35
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	0
Notional amount, end balance	35
Derivatives Designated As Hedges | Cash Flow Hedges | Forward bond purchase commitments	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	237
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	-39
Notional amount, end balance	198
Derivatives Designated As Hedges | Fair value hedges	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	6
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	-1
Notional amount, end balance	5
Derivatives Designated As Hedges | Fair value hedges | Interest rate swaps	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	6
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	-1
Notional amount, end balance	5
Derivatives not designated as hedges	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	8,498
Additions	1,642
Maturities/ terminations	-1,539
Notional amount, end balance	8,601
Derivatives not designated as hedges | GMWB embedded derivatives	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	42,045
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	-729
Notional amount, end balance	41,316
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	7,705
Additions	1,954
Maturities/ terminations	-51
Notional amount, end balance	9,608
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Interest rate swaps	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	4,822
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	0
Notional amount, end balance	4,822
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	91
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	-3
Notional amount, end balance	88
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Credit default swaps	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	639
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	0
Notional amount, end balance	639
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Credit default swaps related to securitization entities	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	312
Additions	0
Maturities/ terminations	0
Notional amount, end balance	312
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Equity index options	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	777
Additions	140
Maturities/ terminations	-123
Notional amount, end balance	794
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Financial futures	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	1,260
Additions	1,332
Maturities/ terminations	-1,286
Notional amount, end balance	1,306
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Equity return swaps	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	110
Additions	112
Maturities/ terminations	-110
Notional amount, end balance	112
Derivatives not designated as hedges | Other foreign currency contracts	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Notional amount, beginning balance	487
Additions	58
Maturities/ terminations	-17
Notional amount, end balance	$528

Schedule_of_PreTax_Income_Loss

Schedule of Pre-Tax Income (Loss) Effects of Cash Flow Hedges (Detail) (Cash Flow Hedges, USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	$352		($157)
Gain (loss) reclassified into net income from OCI	14		13
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	4	[1]	-3	[1]
Interest Rate Swaps Hedging Assets | Net Investment Income	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	357		-153
Gain (loss) reclassified into net income from OCI	15		9
Interest Rate Swaps Hedging Assets | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	4	[1]	-3	[1]
Interest Rate Swaps Hedging Liabilities | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	0	[1]	0	[1]
Interest Rate Swaps Hedging Liabilities | Interest Expense	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	-20		0
Gain (loss) reclassified into net income from OCI	0		1
Forward bond purchase commitments | Net Investment Income	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	18		-14
Gain (loss) reclassified into net income from OCI	0		0
Forward bond purchase commitments | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	0	[1]	0	[1]
Inflation indexed swaps | Net Investment Income	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	-3		9
Gain (loss) reclassified into net income from OCI	-1		3
Inflation indexed swaps | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	0	[1]	0	[1]
Foreign currency swaps | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	'		0	[1]
Foreign currency swaps | Interest Expense	'		'
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'		'
Gain (loss) recognized in OCI	'		1
Gain (loss) reclassified into net income from OCI	'		$0
[1]	Represents ineffective portion of cash flow hedges as there were no amounts excluded from the measurement of effectiveness.

Reconciliation_of_Current_Peri

Reconciliation of Current Period Changes, Net of Applicable Income Taxes, for Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Derivative Instruments [Abstract]	'		'
Derivatives qualifying as effective accounting hedges, beginning of period	$1,319	[1]	$1,909	[1]
Current period increases (decreases) in fair value, net of deferred taxes	228	[1]	-102	[1]
Reclassification to net (income), net of deferred taxes	-9	[1]	-8	[1]
Derivatives qualifying as effective accounting hedges, end of period	$1,538	[1]	$1,799	[1]
[1]	See note 5 for additional information.

Reconciliation_of_Current_Peri1

Reconciliation of Current Period Changes, Net of Applicable Income Taxes, for Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges (Parenthetical) (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosures [Line Items]	'	'
Current period increases (decreases) in fair value, deferred taxes	($124)	$55
Reclassification to net (income), deferred taxes	$5	$5

Derivative_Instruments_Additio

Derivative Instruments - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013		Mar. 31, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'		'		'
Derivatives designated as cash flow hedges gain (loss), amount expected to be reclassified to future net income, net of tax	$1,538	[1]	$1,319	[1]	$1,799	[1]	$1,909	[1]
Year by which all forecasted transactions associated with qualifying cash flow hedges are expected to occur	'2047		'		'		'
Derivatives designated as cash flow hedges gain (loss), amount expected to be reclassified to net income in the next 12 months, net of tax	$43		'		'		'
[1]	See note 5 for additional information.

Schedule_of_PreTax_Income_Loss1

Schedule of Pre-Tax Income (Loss) Effects of Fair Value Hedges and Related Hedged Items (Detail) (Fair value hedges, USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2013
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	($39)
Hedged item, gain (loss) recognized in net income	39
Other impacts to net income	8
Interest Rate Swaps Hedging Liabilities | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	-8
Hedged item, gain (loss) recognized in net income	8
Interest Rate Swaps Hedging Liabilities | Interest credited	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Other impacts to net income	8
Foreign currency swaps | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Gain (loss) recognized in net income	-31
Hedged item, gain (loss) recognized in net income	31
Foreign currency swaps | Interest credited	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'
Other impacts to net income	$0

Schedule_of_PreTax_Gain_Loss_R

Schedule of Pre-Tax Gain (Loss) Recognized in Net Income for Effects of Derivatives not Designated as Hedges (Detail) (Derivatives not designated as hedges, USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	($21)	($29)
Interest rate swaps | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	-3	1
Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	-3	2
Credit default swaps | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	0	4
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	7	8
Equity index options | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	-7	-16
Financial futures | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	27	-97
Equity return swaps | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	-1	-10
Other foreign currency contracts | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	-9	0
GMWB embedded derivatives | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	-31	82
Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Pre-tax gain (loss) recognized in net income (loss)	($1)	($3)

Additional_Information_about_D

Additional Information about Derivative Assets and Liabilities Subject to Enforceable Master Netting Arrangement (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Gross amounts recognized, derivatives assets	$532		$470
Gross amounts recognized, derivatives liabilities	747		942
Subject to enforceable master netting arrangement	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Gross amounts recognized, net derivatives	164		-166
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheet, net derivatives	0		0
Net amounts presented in the balance sheet	164		-166
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, financial instruments, net derivatives	0	[1]	0	[1]
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, collateral pledged/received	-159		195
Over collateralization	10		-7
Net amount	15		22
Derivative assets | Subject to enforceable master netting arrangement	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Gross amounts recognized, derivatives assets	574	[2]	496	[3]
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheet, derivatives assets	0	[2]	0	[3]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheet, derivatives assets	574	[2]	496	[3]
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, financial instruments, derivative assets	-210	[1],[2]	-286	[1],[3]
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, collateral pledged/received	-355	[2]	-199	[3]
Over collateralization	20	[2]	16	[3]
Net amount, derivatives assets	29	[2]	27	[3]
Derivative liabilities | Subject to enforceable master netting arrangement	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Gross amounts recognized, derivatives liabilities	410	[4]	662	[5]
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheet, derivatives liabilities	0	[4]	0	[5]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheet, derivatives liabilities	410	[4]	662	[5]
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, financial instruments, derivative liabilities	-210	[1],[4]	-286	[1],[5]
Gross amounts not offset in the balance sheet, collateral pledged/received	-196	[4]	-394	[5]
Over collateralization	10	[4]	23	[5]
Net amount, derivatives liabilities	$14	[4]	$5	[5]
[1]	Amounts represent derivative assets and/or liabilities that are presented gross within the balance sheet but are held with the same counterparty where we have a master netting arrangement. This adjustment results in presenting the net asset and net liability position for each counterparty.
[2]	Included $44 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other assets and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives.
[3]	Included $25 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other assets and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives.
[4]	Included $25 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other liabilities and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities.
[5]	Included $7 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other liabilities and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities.

Additional_Information_about_D1

Additional Information about Derivative Assets and Liabilities Subject to Enforceable Master Netting Arrangement (Parenthetical) (Detail) (Subject to enforceable master netting arrangement, USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivative assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Net amounts presented in the balance sheet, accruals on derivative assets	$574	[1]	$496	[2]
Derivative assets | Other assets	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Net amounts presented in the balance sheet, accruals on derivative assets	44		25
Derivative liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Net amounts presented in the balance sheet, accruals on derivative liabilities	410	[3]	662	[4]
Derivative liabilities | Other liabilities	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Net amounts presented in the balance sheet, accruals on derivative liabilities	$25		$7
[1]	Included $44 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other assets and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives.
[2]	Included $25 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other assets and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives.
[3]	Included $25 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other liabilities and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities.
[4]	Included $7 million of accruals on derivatives classified as other liabilities and does not include amounts related to embedded derivatives and derivatives related to securitization entities.

Derivative_Instruments_Schedul

Derivative Instruments Schedule of Credit Default Swaps where we Sell Protection on Single Name Reference Entities and Fair Values (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Notional value	$23,102	$23,263
Credit default swaps | Single Name Reference Entities	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Notional value	39	39
Assets	1	1
Liabilities	0	0
Credit default swaps | Single Name Reference Entities | Investment grade | Matures Less Than One Year	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Notional value	0	0
Assets	0	0
Liabilities	0	0
Credit default swaps | Single Name Reference Entities | Investment grade | Matures After One Year Through Five Years	'	'
Derivative [Line Items]	'	'
Notional value	39	39
Assets	1	1
Liabilities	$0	$0

Schedule_of_Credit_Default_Swa

Schedule of Credit Default Swaps where we Sell Protection on Credit Default Swap Index Tranches and Fair Values (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	$23,102		$23,263
Credit default swaps | Original Index Tranche Attachment/Detachment Point And Maturity | Index Tranches	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	600		600
Assets	8		10
Liabilities	0		0
Credit default swaps | Original Index Tranche Attachment/Detachment Point And Maturity | Index Tranches | Matures After One Year Through Five Years | 7% - 15%	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	100	[1]	100	[1]
Assets	2	[1]	3	[1]
Liabilities	0	[1]	0	[1]
Credit default swaps | Original Index Tranche Attachment/Detachment Point And Maturity | Index Tranches | Matures After One Year Through Five Years | 9% - 12%	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	250	[2]	250	[2]
Assets	4	[2]	5	[2]
Liabilities	0	[2]	0	[2]
Credit default swaps | Original Index Tranche Attachment/Detachment Point And Maturity | Index Tranches | Matures Less Than One Year | 10% - 15%	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	250	[3]	250	[3]
Assets	2	[3]	2	[3]
Liabilities	0	[3]	0	[3]
Credit default swaps | Securitization Entities | Index Tranches	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	312		312
Assets	0		0
Liabilities	25		32
Credit default swaps | Securitization Entities | Index Tranches | Portion Backing Third-Party Borrowings Maturing 2017	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	12	[4]	12	[4]
Assets	0	[4]	0	[4]
Liabilities	0	[4]	1	[4]
Credit default swaps | Securitization Entities | Index Tranches | Portion Backing Interest Maturing 2017	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	300	[5]	300	[5]
Assets	0	[5]	0	[5]
Liabilities	25	[5]	31	[5]
Total Credit Default Swaps on Index Tranches	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	912		912
Assets	8		10
Liabilities	$25		$32
[1]	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 7% - 15%.
[2]	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 9% - 12%.
[3]	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 10% - 15%.
[4]	Original notional value was $39 million.
[5]	Original notional value was $300 million.

Schedule_of_Credit_Default_Swa1

Schedule of Credit Default Swaps where we Sell Protection on Credit Default Swap Index Tranches and Fair Values (Parenthetical) (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	$23,102		$23,263
Original Index Tranche Attachment/Detachment Point And Maturity | Index Tranches | Credit default swaps	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	600		600
Original Index Tranche Attachment/Detachment Point And Maturity | 7% - 15% | Index Tranches | Matures After One Year Through Five Years | Credit default swaps	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Current attachment percentage	7.00%		7.00%
Current detachment percentage	15.00%		15.00%
Notional value	100	[1]	100	[1]
Original Index Tranche Attachment/Detachment Point And Maturity | 9% - 12% | Index Tranches | Matures After One Year Through Five Years | Credit default swaps	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Current attachment percentage	9.00%		9.00%
Current detachment percentage	12.00%		12.00%
Notional value	250	[2]	250	[2]
Original Index Tranche Attachment/Detachment Point And Maturity | 10% - 15% | Index Tranches | Matures Less Than One Year | Credit default swaps	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Current attachment percentage	10.00%		10.00%
Current detachment percentage	15.00%		15.00%
Notional value	250	[3]	250	[3]
Securitization Entities | Index Tranches | Credit default swaps	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	312		312
Securitization Entities | Index Tranches | Portion Backing Third-Party Borrowings Maturing 2017 | Credit default swaps	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	12	[4]	12	[4]
Securitization Entities | Index Tranches | Portion Backing Interest Maturing 2017 | Credit default swaps	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	300	[5]	300	[5]
Securitization Entities | Original Amount | Portion Backing Third-Party Borrowings Maturing 2017	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	39		'
Securitization Entities | Original Amount | Portion Backing Interest Maturing 2017	'		'
Derivative [Line Items]	'		'
Notional value	$300		'
[1]	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 7% - 15%.
[2]	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 9% - 12%.
[3]	The current attachment/detachment as of March 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013 was 10% - 15%.
[4]	Original notional value was $39 million.
[5]	Original notional value was $300 million.

Fair_Value_Financial_Instrumen

Fair Value Financial Instruments Not Required to Be Carried at Fair Value (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans	$5,894		$5,899
Restricted commercial mortgage loans	227		233
Other invested assets	1,875		1,686
Long-term borrowings	5,150		5,161
Non-recourse funding obligations	2,030		2,038
Notional amount	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans	0	[1]	0	[1]
Restricted commercial mortgage loans	0	[1]	0	[1]
Other invested assets	0	[1]	0	[1]
Long-term borrowings	0	[1]	0	[1]
Non-recourse funding obligations	0	[1]	0	[1]
Borrowings related to securitization entities	0	[1]	0	[1]
Investment contracts	0	[1]	0	[1]
Commitments to fund limited partnerships	65		65
Ordinary course of business lending commitments	95		138
Carrying value	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans	5,894		5,899
Restricted commercial mortgage loans	227		233
Other invested assets	216		307
Long-term borrowings	5,150		5,161
Non-recourse funding obligations	2,030		2,038
Borrowings related to securitization entities	160		167
Investment contracts	17,585		17,330
Commitments to fund limited partnerships	0		0
Ordinary course of business lending commitments	0		0
Fair value	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans	6,261		6,137
Restricted commercial mortgage loans	255		258
Other invested assets	226		311
Long-term borrowings	5,708		5,590
Non-recourse funding obligations	1,454		1,459
Borrowings related to securitization entities	175		182
Investment contracts	18,087		17,827
Commitments to fund limited partnerships	0		0
Ordinary course of business lending commitments	0		0
Level 1	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans	0		0
Restricted commercial mortgage loans	0		0
Other invested assets	0		0
Long-term borrowings	0		0
Non-recourse funding obligations	0		0
Borrowings related to securitization entities	0		0
Investment contracts	0		0
Commitments to fund limited partnerships	0		0
Ordinary course of business lending commitments	0		0
Level 2	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans	0		0
Restricted commercial mortgage loans	0		0
Other invested assets	133		221
Long-term borrowings	5,574		5,460
Non-recourse funding obligations	0		0
Borrowings related to securitization entities	175		182
Investment contracts	85		86
Commitments to fund limited partnerships	0		0
Ordinary course of business lending commitments	0		0
Level 3	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Commercial mortgage loans	6,261		6,137
Restricted commercial mortgage loans	255		258
Other invested assets	93		90
Long-term borrowings	134		130
Non-recourse funding obligations	1,454		1,459
Borrowings related to securitization entities	0		0
Investment contracts	18,002		17,741
Commitments to fund limited partnerships	0		0
Ordinary course of business lending commitments	$0		$0
[1]	These financial instruments do not have notional amounts.

Fair_Value_of_Financial_Instru2

Fair Value of Financial Instruments - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
Fair Value of Financial Instruments [Line Items]	'	'
Period end valuation	0	'
GMWB non-performance risk impact	$53	$46
Minimum	'	'
Fair Value of Financial Instruments [Line Items]	'	'
Percentage of changes in fair value of fixed maturity, equity and trading securities each month	10.00%	'

Assets_and_Liabilities_that_ar

Assets and Liabilities that are Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014		Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	$60,244		$58,629
Available-for-sale equity securities	349		341
Securities lending collateral	261		187
Derivatives counterparty collateral	61		70
Total other invested assets	1,099		967
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities	398		391
Reinsurance recoverable	2	[1]	-1	[1]
Separate account assets	9,933		10,138
Total assets	72,025		70,465
Policyholder account balances	25,881		25,528
Borrowings related to securitization entities	79		75
Total liabilities	826		1,017
Trading Securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Trading securities	247		239
Fixed maturity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	60,244		58,629
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	5,214		4,810
Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	317		295
Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	2,153		2,146
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	26,060		25,035
Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	15,141		15,071
Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	5,102		5,225
Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	2,881		2,898
Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	3,376		3,149
Equity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale equity securities	349		341
Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	530		471
Derivative assets | Interest rate swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	498		436
Derivative assets | Foreign currency swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	3		4
Derivative assets | Credit default swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	9		11
Derivative assets | Equity index options	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	11		12
Derivative assets | Other foreign currency contracts	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	5		8
Derivative assets | Forward bond purchase commitments	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	4		'
Fair value	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	318		239
Fair value | GMWB embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	138	[2]	96	[2]
Fair value | Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	180		143
Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	429		703
Derivative liabilities | Interest rate swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	309		575
Derivative liabilities | Foreign currency swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	2		2
Derivative liabilities | Other foreign currency contracts	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	11		4
Derivative liabilities | Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	19		16
Derivative liabilities | Inflation indexed swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	63		60
Derivative liabilities | Credit default swaps related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	25		32
Derivative liabilities | Equity return swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	'		1
Derivative liabilities | Forward bond purchase commitments	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	'		13
Level 1	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Securities lending collateral	0		0
Derivatives counterparty collateral	0		0
Total other invested assets	0		0
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities	0		0
Reinsurance recoverable	0	[1]	0	[1]
Separate account assets	9,933		10,138
Total assets	10,196		10,394
Borrowings related to securitization entities	0		0
Total liabilities	0		0
Level 1 | Trading Securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Trading securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 1 | Equity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale equity securities	263		256
Level 1 | Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative assets | Interest rate swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative assets | Foreign currency swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative assets | Credit default swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative assets | Equity index options	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative assets | Other foreign currency contracts	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative assets | Forward bond purchase commitments	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		'
Level 1 | Fair value	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	0		0
Level 1 | Fair value | GMWB embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	0	[2]	0	[2]
Level 1 | Fair value | Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities | Interest rate swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities | Foreign currency swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities | Other foreign currency contracts	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities | Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities | Inflation indexed swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities | Credit default swaps related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities | Equity return swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	'		0
Level 1 | Derivative liabilities | Forward bond purchase commitments	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	'		0
Level 2	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Securities lending collateral	261		187
Derivatives counterparty collateral	61		70
Total other invested assets	1,048		908
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities	180		180
Reinsurance recoverable	0	[1]	0	[1]
Separate account assets	0		0
Total assets	56,027		54,200
Borrowings related to securitization entities	0		0
Total liabilities	402		670
Level 2 | Trading Securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Trading securities	216		205
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	54,791		53,105
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	5,210		4,805
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	317		295
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	2,129		2,123
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	23,692		22,635
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	13,343		13,252
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	5,009		5,120
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	2,868		2,892
Level 2 | Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	2,223		1,983
Level 2 | Equity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale equity securities	8		7
Level 2 | Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	510		446
Level 2 | Derivative assets | Interest rate swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	498		436
Level 2 | Derivative assets | Foreign currency swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	3		4
Level 2 | Derivative assets | Credit default swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	1		1
Level 2 | Derivative assets | Equity index options	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 2 | Derivative assets | Other foreign currency contracts	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	4		5
Level 2 | Derivative assets | Forward bond purchase commitments	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	4		'
Level 2 | Fair value	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	0		0
Level 2 | Fair value | GMWB embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	0	[2]	0	[2]
Level 2 | Fair value | Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	0		0
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	402		670
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities | Interest rate swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	309		575
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities | Foreign currency swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	2		2
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities | Other foreign currency contracts	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	9		3
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities | Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	19		16
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities | Inflation indexed swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	63		60
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities | Credit default swaps related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities | Equity return swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	'		1
Level 2 | Derivative liabilities | Forward bond purchase commitments	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	'		13
Level 3	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Securities lending collateral	0		0
Derivatives counterparty collateral	0		0
Total other invested assets	51		59
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities	218		211
Reinsurance recoverable	2	[1]	-1	[1]
Separate account assets	0		0
Total assets	5,802		5,871
Borrowings related to securitization entities	79		75
Total liabilities	424		347
Level 3 | Trading Securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Trading securities	31		34
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	5,453		5,524
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	4		5
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities | Tax-exempt	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	0		0
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	24		23
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	2,368		2,400
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	1,798		1,819
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	93		105
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	13		6
Level 3 | Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale debt securities	1,153		1,166
Level 3 | Equity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Available-for-sale equity securities	78		78
Level 3 | Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	20		25
Level 3 | Derivative assets | Interest rate swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 3 | Derivative assets | Foreign currency swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		0
Level 3 | Derivative assets | Credit default swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	8		10
Level 3 | Derivative assets | Equity index options	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	11		12
Level 3 | Derivative assets | Other foreign currency contracts	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	1		3
Level 3 | Derivative assets | Forward bond purchase commitments	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Assets	0		'
Level 3 | Fair value	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	318		239
Level 3 | Fair value | GMWB embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	138	[2]	96	[2]
Level 3 | Fair value | Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Policyholder account balances	180		143
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	27		33
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities | Interest rate swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities | Foreign currency swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities | Other foreign currency contracts	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	2		1
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities | Interest rate swaps related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities | Inflation indexed swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	0		0
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities | Credit default swaps related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	25		32
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities | Equity return swaps	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	'		0
Level 3 | Derivative liabilities | Forward bond purchase commitments	'		'
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Line Items]	'		'
Derivative Liabilities	'		$0
[1]	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
[2]	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.

Assets_Measured_at_Fair_Value_

Assets Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis and Utilized Significant Unobservable (Level 3) Inputs to Determine Fair Value (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	$5,871		$6,162
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	7		-9
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	37		37
Purchases	150		181
Sales	-28		-159
Issuances	1		1
Settlements	-125		-135
Transfer into Level 3	69		153
Transfer out of Level 3	-180		-98
Ending balance	5,802		6,133
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	7		-13
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	211		194
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	7		5
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	0		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	218		199
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	7		5
Other assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	'		9	[1]
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	'		1	[1]
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	'		0	[1]
Purchases	'		0	[1]
Sales	'		0	[1]
Issuances	'		0	[1]
Settlements	'		0	[1]
Transfer into Level 3	'		0	[1]
Transfer out of Level 3	'		0	[1]
Ending balance	'		10	[1]
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	'		1	[1]
Reinsurance recoverable	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	-1	[2]	10	[2]
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	2	[2]	-5	[2]
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0	[2]	0	[2]
Purchases	0	[2]	0	[2]
Sales	0	[2]	0	[2]
Issuances	1	[2]	1	[2]
Settlements	0	[2]	0	[2]
Transfer into Level 3	0	[2]	0	[2]
Transfer out of Level 3	0	[2]	0	[2]
Ending balance	2	[2]	6	[2]
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	2	[2]	-5	[2]
Fixed maturity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	5,524		5,740
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	7		-1
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	37		37
Purchases	144		174
Sales	-28		-141
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-120		-130
Transfer into Level 3	69		153
Transfer out of Level 3	-180		-98
Ending balance	5,453		5,734
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	7		-3
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. government, agencies and government-sponsored enterprises	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	5		9
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	0		0
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-1		-4
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	4		5
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	0		0
Fixed maturity securities | Government - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	23		9
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	0		0
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	2		0
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-1		-1
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	24		8
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	0		0
Fixed maturity securities | U.S. corporate	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	2,400	[3]	2,683	[4]
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	5	[3]	2	[4]
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	29	[3]	18	[4]
Purchases	90	[3]	56	[4]
Sales	0	[3]	-97	[4]
Issuances	0	[3]	0	[4]
Settlements	-42	[3]	-51	[4]
Transfer into Level 3	14	[3]	62	[4]
Transfer out of Level 3	-128	[3]	-29	[4]
Ending balance	2,368	[3]	2,644	[4]
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	5	[3]	-1	[4]
Fixed maturity securities | Corporate - non-U.S.	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	1,819	[3]	1,983	[4]
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	1	[3]	1	[4]
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	9	[3]	9	[4]
Purchases	36	[3]	53	[4]
Sales	0	[3]	0	[4]
Issuances	0	[3]	0	[4]
Settlements	-35	[3]	-23	[4]
Transfer into Level 3	0	[3]	0	[4]
Transfer out of Level 3	-32	[3]	-53	[4]
Ending balance	1,798	[3]	1,970	[4]
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	1	[3]	1	[4]
Fixed maturity securities | Residential mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	105		157
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	0		-1
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	1		1
Purchases	0		0
Sales	-23		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-3		-11
Transfer into Level 3	13		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		-16
Ending balance	93		130
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	0		-1
Fixed maturity securities | Commercial mortgage-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	6		35
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	0		-2
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	2		-2
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-1		-10
Transfer into Level 3	6		5
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	13		26
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	0		-2
Fixed maturity securities | Other asset-backed	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	1,166	[3]	864
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	1	[3]	-1
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	-4	[3]	11
Purchases	16	[3]	65
Sales	-5	[3]	-44
Issuances	0	[3]	0
Settlements	-37	[3]	-30
Transfer into Level 3	36	[3]	86
Transfer out of Level 3	-20	[3]	0
Ending balance	1,153	[3]	951
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	1	[3]	0
Equity securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	78		99
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	0		0
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		-7
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	0		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	78		92
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	0		0
Other invested assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	59		110
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	-9		-9
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	6		7
Sales	0		-11
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-5		-5
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	51		92
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	-9		-11
Other invested assets | Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	25		34
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	-9		-12
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	6		7
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-2		-4
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	20		25
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	-9		-13
Other invested assets | Trading Securities	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	34		76
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	0		3
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		-11
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-3		-1
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	31		67
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	0		2
Other invested assets | Interest rate swaps | Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	'		2
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	'		0
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	'		0
Purchases	'		0
Sales	'		0
Issuances	'		0
Settlements	'		-1
Transfer into Level 3	'		0
Transfer out of Level 3	'		0
Ending balance	'		1
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	'		0
Other invested assets | Credit default swaps | Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	10		7
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	0		3
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	-2		-3
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	8		7
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	0		2
Other invested assets | Equity index options | Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	12		25
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	-7		-15
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	6		7
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	0		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	11		17
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	-7		-15
Other invested assets | Other foreign currency contracts | Derivative assets	'		'
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	3		'
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in net income	-2		'
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses), Included in OCI	0		'
Purchases	0		'
Sales	0		'
Issuances	0		'
Settlements	0		'
Transfer into Level 3	0		'
Transfer out of Level 3	0		'
Ending balance	1		'
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held	($2)		'
[1]	Represents contingent receivables associated with recent business dispositions.
[2]	Represents embedded derivatives associated with the reinsured portion of our GMWB liabilities.
[3]	The transfers into and out of Level 3 for fixed maturity securities were related to changes in the primary pricing source and changes in the observability of external information used in determining the fair value, such as external ratings or credit spreads.
[4]	The transfers into and out of Level 3 were primarily related to private fixed rate U.S. corporate and corporate-non-U.S. securities and resulted from a change in the observability of the additional premium to the public bond spread to adjust for the liquidity and other features of our private placements and resulted in unobservable inputs having a significant impact on certain valuations for transfers in or no longer having significant impact on certain valuations for transfers out.

Gains_and_Losses_Included_in_N

Gains and Losses Included in Net Income from Assets and Liabilities Recorded at Fair Value (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Fair value of financial instruments [Abstract]	'	'
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income, assets	$7	($9)
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held, assets	7	-13
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income), liabilities	33	-83
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held, liabilities	34	-79
Net Investment Income	'	'
Fair value of financial instruments [Abstract]	'	'
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income, assets	8	9
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held, assets	8	7
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income), liabilities	0	0
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held, liabilities	0	0
Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'	'
Fair value of financial instruments [Abstract]	'	'
Total realized and unrealized gains (losses) included in net income, assets	-1	-18
Total gains (losses) included in net income attributable to assets still held, assets	-1	-20
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income), liabilities	33	-83
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held, liabilities	$34	($79)

Liabilities_Measured_at_Fair_V

Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis and Utilized Significant Unobservable (Level 3) Inputs to Determine Fair Value (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	$347		$544
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	33		-83
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		1
Sales	0		0
Issuances	45		13
Settlements	-1		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	424		475
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	34		-79
Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	33		105
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	-6		-8
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		1
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	0		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	27		98
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	-6		-8
Policyholder account balances	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	239		377
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	35		-84
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		0
Issuances	45		13
Settlements	-1		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	318		306
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	36		-80
Policyholder account balances | GMWB embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	96	[1]	350	[1]
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	33	[1]	-87	[1]
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	0	[1]	0	[1]
Purchases	0	[1]	0	[1]
Sales	0	[1]	0	[1]
Issuances	9	[1]	9	[1]
Settlements	0	[1]	0	[1]
Transfer into Level 3	0	[1]	0	[1]
Transfer out of Level 3	0	[1]	0	[1]
Ending balance	138	[1]	272	[1]
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	34	[1]	-83	[1]
Policyholder account balances | Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	143		27
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	2		3
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		0
Issuances	36		4
Settlements	-1		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	180		34
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	2		3
Credit default swaps | Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	'		1
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	'		-1
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	'		0
Purchases	'		0
Sales	'		0
Issuances	'		0
Settlements	'		0
Transfer into Level 3	'		0
Transfer out of Level 3	'		0
Ending balance	'		0
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	'		-1
Credit default swaps related to securitization entities | Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	32		104
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	-7		-8
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		1
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	0		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	25		97
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	-7		-8
Borrowings related to securitization entities	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	75		62
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	4		9
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	0		0
Purchases	0		0
Sales	0		0
Issuances	0		0
Settlements	0		0
Transfer into Level 3	0		0
Transfer out of Level 3	0		0
Ending balance	79		71
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	4		9
Equity index options | Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	'		0
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	'		1
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	'		0
Purchases	'		0
Sales	'		0
Issuances	'		0
Settlements	'		0
Transfer into Level 3	'		0
Transfer out of Level 3	'		0
Ending balance	'		1
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	'		1
Other foreign currency contracts | Derivative liabilities	'		'
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'		'
Beginning balance	1		'
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in net (income)	1		'
Total realized and unrealized (gains) losses included in OCI	0		'
Purchases	0		'
Sales	0		'
Issuances	0		'
Settlements	0		'
Transfer into Level 3	0		'
Transfer out of Level 3	0		'
Ending balance	2		'
Total (gains) losses included in net (income) attributable to liabilities still held	$1		'
[1]	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.

Summary_of_Significant_Unobser

Summary of Significant Unobservable Inputs Used for Fair Value Measurements Classified As Level 3 (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified			Derivative assets	Derivative assets	Derivative assets	Derivative liabilities	Internal Models	Internal Models	Internal Models		Internal Models
			Level 3	Level 3	Level 3	Level 3	Level 3	Level 3	GMWB embedded derivatives		Fixed index annuity embedded derivatives
			Credit default swaps	Equity index options	Other foreign currency contracts	Other foreign currency contracts	U.S. corporate	Corporate - non-U.S.	Level 3		Level 3
									Policyholder account balances		Policyholder account balances
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'		'
Fair value, withdrawal utilization rate, lower limit	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	0.00%		'
Valuation technique	'	'	'Discounted cash flows	'Discounted cash flows	'Discounted cash flows	'Discounted cash flows	'Internal models	'Internal models	'Stochastic cash flow model	[1]	'Option budget method
Fair value, withdrawal utilization rate, upper limit	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	98.00%		'
Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	$60,244	$58,629	'	'	'	'	$2,160	$1,521	'		'
Derivative assets, fair value	'	'	8	11	1	'	'	'	'		'
Policyholder account balances	25,881	25,528	'	'	'	'	'	'	138	[1]	180
Fair value, lapse rate, lower limit	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	0.00%		'
Derivative liabilities, fair value	'	'	'	'	'	$2	'	'	'		'
Fair value input, foreign exchange rate volatility	'	'	'	'	39.00%	31.00%	'	'	'		'
Fair value, lapse rate, upper limit	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	15.00%		'
Fair value input, credit spreads, lower limit	'	'	0.06%	'	'	'	0.55%	0.66%	0.45%		'
Fair value input, credit spreads, upper limit	'	'	0.23%	'	'	'	5.03%	2.40%	0.85%		'
Fair value input, credit spreads, weighted-average	'	'	0.12%	'	'	'	1.78%	1.54%	0.73%		'
Fair value input, equity index volatility, lower limit	'	'	'	15.00%	'	'	'	'	15.00%	[1]	'
Fair value input, equity index volatility, upper limit	'	'	'	23.00%	'	'	'	'	24.00%	[1]	'
Fair value input, equity index volatility, weighted-average	'	'	'	21.00%	'	'	'	'	21.00%	[1]	'
Fair value, expected future interest credited, lower limit	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'		1.00%
Fair value, expected future interest credited, upper limit	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'		3.00%
Fair value, expected future interest credited, weighted-average	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'	'		2.00%
[1]	Represents embedded derivatives associated with our GMWB liabilities, excluding the impact of reinsurance.

Commitments_and_Contingencies_

Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Line Items]	'
Commitment to fund limited partnership investments	$65
Commitment to fund U.S. commercial mortgage loan investments	73
Commitment to fund private placement investments	$22

Borrowings_and_Other_Financing1

Borrowings and Other Financings - Additional Information (Detail) (Genworth Canada, CAD)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Jun. 30, 2014	Apr. 30, 2014
	4.59% senior notes due December 2015	Subsequent Event
	Scenario, Forecast	4.24% senior notes due 2024
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'
Issued notes, aggregate principal amount	'	160
Interest rate	4.59%	4.24%
Debt instrument, maturity year	'	'2024
Early redemption of senior notes	150	'
Early redemption fee	7	'

Segment_Information_Additional

Segment Information - Additional Information (Detail)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2014
	Segment
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'
Number of operating segments	5

Summary_of_Revenues_for_Segmen

Summary of Revenues for Segments and Corporate and Other Activities (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	$2,322	$2,303
Life Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	480	494
Long-term Care Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	856	775
Fixed Annuities	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	257	252
U.S. Life Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	1,593	1,521
Canada Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	168	192
Australia Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	131	143
Other Countries Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	9	10
International Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	308	345
U.S. Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	155	154
International Protection	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	207	205
Runoff	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	73	43
Corporate and Other	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Revenues	($14)	$35

Summary_of_Net_Operating_Incom

Summary of Net Operating Income (Loss) for Segments and Corporate and Other Activities (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	$194	$151
Net investment gains (losses), net of taxes and other adjustments	-10	-28
Loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	-20
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	184	103
Add: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	35	38
Net income	219	141
Life Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	21	36
Long-term Care Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	46	20
Fixed Annuities	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	27	29
U.S. Life Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	94	85
Canada Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	41	42
Australia Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	62	46
Other Countries Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	-4	-7
International Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	99	81
U.S. Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	33	21
International Protection	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	7	6
Runoff	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	12	16
Corporate and Other	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Net operating income (loss)	($51)	($58)

Summary_of_Total_Assets_for_Se

Summary of Total Assets for Segments and Corporate and Other Activities (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Total assets	$109,765	$108,045
Segment, Continuing Operations | U.S. Life Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Total assets	79,387	77,261
Segment, Continuing Operations | International Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Total assets	9,038	9,194
Segment, Continuing Operations | U.S. Mortgage Insurance	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Total assets	2,305	2,361
Segment, Continuing Operations | International Protection	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Total assets	2,104	2,061
Segment, Continuing Operations | Runoff	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Total assets	14,216	14,062
Segment, Continuing Operations | Corporate and Other	'	'
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]	'	'
Total assets	$2,715	$3,106

Component_of_Changes_In_Accumu

Component of Changes In Accumulated OCI, Net of Taxes (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Net Of Tax [Line Items]	'		'
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), beginning of period	$926	[1]	$2,638	[1]
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), OCI before reclassifications	701	[1]	-216	[1]
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), amounts reclassified from (to) OCI	11	[1]	25	[1]
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), current period OCI	712	[1]	-191	[1]
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), before noncontrolling interest	1,638	[1]	2,447	[1]
Less: Net unrealized investment gains (losses), change in OCI attributable to noncontrolling interests	14	[1]	4	[1]
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), end of period	1,624	[1]	2,443	[1]
Derivatives qualifying as effective accounting hedges, beginning of period	1,319	[2]	1,909	[2]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, OCI before reclassifications	228	[2]	-102	[2]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, amounts reclassified from (to) OCI	-9	[2]	-8	[2]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, current period OCI	219	[2]	-110	[2]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, before noncontrolling interests	1,538	[2]	1,799	[2]
Less: Derivatives qualifying as hedges, change in OCI attributable to noncontrolling interests	0	[2]	0	[2]
Derivatives qualifying as effective accounting hedges, end of period	1,538	[2]	1,799	[2]
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments, beginning balances	297		655
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments, OCI before reclassifications	-21		-104
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments, amounts reclassified from (to) OCI	0		0
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments, current period OCI	-21		-104
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments, before noncontrolling interests	276		551
Less: Foreign currency translation and other adjustments, change in OCI attributable to noncontrolling interests	-45		-31
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments, ending balances	321		582
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), beginning balances	2,542		5,202
OCI before reclassifications	908		-422
Amounts reclassified from (to) OCI	2		17
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	910		-405
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), before noncontrolling interests	3,452		4,797
Less: change in OCI attributable to noncontrolling interests	-31		-27
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), ending balances	$3,483		$4,824
[1]	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.
[2]	See note 5 for additional information.

Changes_In_Other_Comprehensive

Changes In Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Net Of Tax [Line Items]	'	'
Unrecognized postretirement benefit obligation, current period OCI	$6	$26
Unrecognized postretirement benefit obligation, current period OCI, tax	1	13
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments, current period OCI, tax	$33	$52

Reclassifications_out_of_Accum

Reclassifications out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) net of Taxes (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Net Of Tax [Line Items]	'		'
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), amounts reclassified from OCI, provision for income taxes	$6		$13
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), amounts reclassified from OCI	11	[1]	25	[1]
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, amounts reclassified from OCI	-9	[2]	-8	[2]
Unrealized gains (losses) on investment | Net Investment Gains (Losses)	'		'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Net Of Tax [Line Items]	'		'
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), amounts reclassified from OCI, before tax	17	[3]	38	[3]
Provision for income taxes	'		'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Net Of Tax [Line Items]	'		'
Net unrealized investment gains (losses), amounts reclassified from OCI, provision for income taxes	-6		-13
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, amounts reclassified from OCI	5		5
Interest Rate Swaps Hedging Assets | Net Investment Income	'		'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Net Of Tax [Line Items]	'		'
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, amounts reclassified from OCI	-15		-9
Interest Rate Swaps Hedging Liabilities | Interest Expense	'		'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Net Of Tax [Line Items]	'		'
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, amounts reclassified from OCI	0		-1
Inflation indexed swaps | Net Investment Income	'		'
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income Loss Net Of Tax [Line Items]	'		'
Derivatives qualifying as hedges, amounts reclassified from OCI	$1		($3)
[1]	Net of adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves. See note 4 for additional information.
[2]	See note 5 for additional information.
[3]	Amounts exclude adjustments to deferred acquisition costs, present value of future profits, sales inducements and benefit reserves.

Condensed_Consolidating_Balanc

Condensed Consolidating Balance Sheet (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2013	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Assets	'	'	'	'
Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	$60,244	$58,629	'	'
Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	349	341	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans	5,894	5,899	'	'
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	227	233	'	'
Policy loans	1,438	1,434	'	'
Other invested assets	1,875	1,686	'	'
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value	398	391	'	'
Investments in subsidiaries	0	0	'	'
Total investments	70,425	68,613	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	4,360	4,214	3,797	'
Accrued investment income	752	678	'	'
Deferred acquisition costs	5,177	5,278	'	'
Intangible assets	327	399	'	'
Goodwill	866	867	'	'
Reinsurance recoverable	17,234	17,219	'	'
Other assets	691	639	'	'
Intercompany notes receivable	0	0	'	'
Separate account assets	9,933	10,138	'	'
Total assets	109,765	108,045	'	'
Liabilities and stockholders' equity	'	'	'	'
Future policy benefits	34,076	33,705	'	'
Policyholder account balances	25,881	25,528	'	'
Liability for policy and contract claims	7,156	7,204	'	'
Unearned premiums	4,075	4,107	'	'
Other liabilities	3,777	4,096	'	'
Intercompany notes payable	0	0	'	'
Borrowings related to securitization entities	239	242	'	'
Non-recourse funding obligations	2,030	2,038	'	'
Long-term borrowings	5,150	5,161	'	'
Deferred tax liability	714	206	'	'
Separate account liabilities	9,933	10,138	'	'
Total liabilities	93,031	92,425	'	'
Stockholders' equity:	'	'	'	'
Common stock	1	1	'	'
Additional paid-in capital	12,124	12,127	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	3,483	2,542	4,824	5,202
Retained earnings	2,607	2,423	'	'
Treasury stock, at cost	-2,700	-2,700	'	'
Total Genworth Financial, Inc.'s stockholders' equity	15,515	14,393	'	'
Noncontrolling interests	1,219	1,227	'	'
Total stockholders' equity	16,734	15,620	17,509	17,781
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	109,765	108,045	'	'
Parent Guarantor	'	'	'	'
Assets	'	'	'	'
Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	0	0	'	'
Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	0	0	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0	'	'
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	0	0	'	'
Policy loans	0	0	'	'
Other invested assets	0	0	'	'
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value	0	0	'	'
Investments in subsidiaries	15,494	14,358	'	'
Total investments	15,494	14,358	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	0	0	0	'
Accrued investment income	0	0	'	'
Deferred acquisition costs	0	0	'	'
Intangible assets	0	0	'	'
Goodwill	0	0	'	'
Reinsurance recoverable	0	0	'	'
Other assets	-5	-2	'	'
Intercompany notes receivable	2	8	'	'
Separate account assets	0	0	'	'
Total assets	15,491	14,364	'	'
Liabilities and stockholders' equity	'	'	'	'
Future policy benefits	0	0	'	'
Policyholder account balances	0	0	'	'
Liability for policy and contract claims	0	0	'	'
Unearned premiums	0	0	'	'
Other liabilities	-9	-3	'	'
Intercompany notes payable	0	0	'	'
Borrowings related to securitization entities	0	0	'	'
Non-recourse funding obligations	0	0	'	'
Long-term borrowings	0	0	'	'
Deferred tax liability	-15	-26	'	'
Separate account liabilities	0	0	'	'
Total liabilities	-24	-29	'	'
Stockholders' equity:	'	'	'	'
Common stock	1	1	'	'
Additional paid-in capital	12,124	12,127	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	3,483	2,542	'	'
Retained earnings	2,607	2,423	'	'
Treasury stock, at cost	-2,700	-2,700	'	'
Total Genworth Financial, Inc.'s stockholders' equity	15,515	14,393	'	'
Noncontrolling interests	0	0	'	'
Total stockholders' equity	15,515	14,393	'	'
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	15,491	14,364	'	'
Issuer	'	'	'	'
Assets	'	'	'	'
Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	151	150	'	'
Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	0	0	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0	'	'
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	0	0	'	'
Policy loans	0	0	'	'
Other invested assets	44	91	'	'
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value	0	0	'	'
Investments in subsidiaries	16,048	14,929	'	'
Total investments	16,243	15,170	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	1,118	1,219	805	'
Accrued investment income	0	0	'	'
Deferred acquisition costs	0	0	'	'
Intangible assets	0	0	'	'
Goodwill	0	0	'	'
Reinsurance recoverable	0	0	'	'
Other assets	241	276	'	'
Intercompany notes receivable	259	248	'	'
Separate account assets	0	0	'	'
Total assets	17,861	16,913	'	'
Liabilities and stockholders' equity	'	'	'	'
Future policy benefits	0	0	'	'
Policyholder account balances	0	0	'	'
Liability for policy and contract claims	0	0	'	'
Unearned premiums	0	0	'	'
Other liabilities	377	365	'	'
Intercompany notes payable	535	601	'	'
Borrowings related to securitization entities	0	0	'	'
Non-recourse funding obligations	0	0	'	'
Long-term borrowings	4,636	4,636	'	'
Deferred tax liability	-888	-796	'	'
Separate account liabilities	0	0	'	'
Total liabilities	4,660	4,806	'	'
Stockholders' equity:	'	'	'	'
Common stock	0	0	'	'
Additional paid-in capital	9,291	9,297	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	3,447	2,507	'	'
Retained earnings	463	303	'	'
Treasury stock, at cost	0	0	'	'
Total Genworth Financial, Inc.'s stockholders' equity	13,201	12,107	'	'
Noncontrolling interests	0	0	'	'
Total stockholders' equity	13,201	12,107	'	'
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	17,861	16,913	'	'
All Other Subsidiaries	'	'	'	'
Assets	'	'	'	'
Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	60,293	58,679	'	'
Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	349	341	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans	5,894	5,899	'	'
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	227	233	'	'
Policy loans	1,438	1,434	'	'
Other invested assets	1,831	1,595	'	'
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value	398	391	'	'
Investments in subsidiaries	0	0	'	'
Total investments	70,430	68,572	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	3,242	2,995	2,992	'
Accrued investment income	752	682	'	'
Deferred acquisition costs	5,177	5,278	'	'
Intangible assets	327	399	'	'
Goodwill	866	867	'	'
Reinsurance recoverable	17,234	17,219	'	'
Other assets	457	367	'	'
Intercompany notes receivable	332	393	'	'
Separate account assets	9,933	10,138	'	'
Total assets	108,750	106,910	'	'
Liabilities and stockholders' equity	'	'	'	'
Future policy benefits	34,076	33,705	'	'
Policyholder account balances	25,881	25,528	'	'
Liability for policy and contract claims	7,156	7,204	'	'
Unearned premiums	4,075	4,107	'	'
Other liabilities	3,410	3,739	'	'
Intercompany notes payable	258	248	'	'
Borrowings related to securitization entities	239	242	'	'
Non-recourse funding obligations	2,030	2,038	'	'
Long-term borrowings	514	525	'	'
Deferred tax liability	1,617	1,028	'	'
Separate account liabilities	9,933	10,138	'	'
Total liabilities	89,189	88,502	'	'
Stockholders' equity:	'	'	'	'
Common stock	0	0	'	'
Additional paid-in capital	17,209	17,215	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	3,467	2,512	'	'
Retained earnings	-2,339	-2,551	'	'
Treasury stock, at cost	0	0	'	'
Total Genworth Financial, Inc.'s stockholders' equity	18,337	17,176	'	'
Noncontrolling interests	1,224	1,232	'	'
Total stockholders' equity	19,561	18,408	'	'
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	108,750	106,910	'	'
Eliminations	'	'	'	'
Assets	'	'	'	'
Fixed maturity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	-200	-200	'	'
Equity securities available-for-sale, at fair value	0	0	'	'
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0	'	'
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	0	0	'	'
Policy loans	0	0	'	'
Other invested assets	0	0	'	'
Restricted other invested assets related to securitization entities, at fair value	0	0	'	'
Investments in subsidiaries	-31,542	-29,287	'	'
Total investments	-31,742	-29,487	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	0	0	0	'
Accrued investment income	0	-4	'	'
Deferred acquisition costs	0	0	'	'
Intangible assets	0	0	'	'
Goodwill	0	0	'	'
Reinsurance recoverable	0	0	'	'
Other assets	-2	-2	'	'
Intercompany notes receivable	-593	-649	'	'
Separate account assets	0	0	'	'
Total assets	-32,337	-30,142	'	'
Liabilities and stockholders' equity	'	'	'	'
Future policy benefits	0	0	'	'
Policyholder account balances	0	0	'	'
Liability for policy and contract claims	0	0	'	'
Unearned premiums	0	0	'	'
Other liabilities	-1	-5	'	'
Intercompany notes payable	-793	-849	'	'
Borrowings related to securitization entities	0	0	'	'
Non-recourse funding obligations	0	0	'	'
Long-term borrowings	0	0	'	'
Deferred tax liability	0	0	'	'
Separate account liabilities	0	0	'	'
Total liabilities	-794	-854	'	'
Stockholders' equity:	'	'	'	'
Common stock	0	0	'	'
Additional paid-in capital	-26,500	-26,512	'	'
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	-6,914	-5,019	'	'
Retained earnings	1,876	2,248	'	'
Treasury stock, at cost	0	0	'	'
Total Genworth Financial, Inc.'s stockholders' equity	-31,538	-29,283	'	'
Noncontrolling interests	-5	-5	'	'
Total stockholders' equity	-31,543	-29,288	'	'
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	($32,337)	($30,142)	'	'

Condensed_Consolidating_Income

Condensed Consolidating Income Statement (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Revenues:	'	'
Premiums	$1,307	$1,261
Net investment income	805	814
Net investment gains (losses)	-17	-61
Insurance and investment product fees and other	227	289
Total revenues	2,322	2,303
Benefits and expenses:	'	'
Benefits and other changes in policy reserves	1,194	1,201
Interest credited	183	184
Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals	378	433
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	134	122
Interest expense	127	126
Total benefits and expenses	2,016	2,066
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries	306	237
Provision (benefit) for income taxes	87	76
Equity in income of subsidiaries	0	0
Income from continuing operations	219	161
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	-20
Net income	219	141
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	35	38
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	184	103
Parent Guarantor	'	'
Revenues:	'	'
Premiums	0	0
Net investment income	0	0
Net investment gains (losses)	0	0
Insurance and investment product fees and other	0	0
Total revenues	0	0
Benefits and expenses:	'	'
Benefits and other changes in policy reserves	0	0
Interest credited	0	0
Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals	7	0
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	0	0
Interest expense	0	0
Total benefits and expenses	7	0
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries	-7	0
Provision (benefit) for income taxes	10	0
Equity in income of subsidiaries	201	103
Income from continuing operations	184	103
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	0
Net income	184	103
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	0	0
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	184	103
Issuer	'	'
Revenues:	'	'
Premiums	0	0
Net investment income	0	0
Net investment gains (losses)	-4	-4
Insurance and investment product fees and other	0	0
Total revenues	-4	-4
Benefits and expenses:	'	'
Benefits and other changes in policy reserves	0	0
Interest credited	0	0
Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals	0	0
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	0	0
Interest expense	84	80
Total benefits and expenses	84	80
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries	-88	-84
Provision (benefit) for income taxes	-46	-39
Equity in income of subsidiaries	202	122
Income from continuing operations	160	77
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	-5
Net income	160	72
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	0	0
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	160	72
All Other Subsidiaries	'	'
Revenues:	'	'
Premiums	1,307	1,261
Net investment income	809	818
Net investment gains (losses)	-13	-57
Insurance and investment product fees and other	227	290
Total revenues	2,330	2,312
Benefits and expenses:	'	'
Benefits and other changes in policy reserves	1,194	1,201
Interest credited	183	184
Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals	371	433
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	134	122
Interest expense	47	51
Total benefits and expenses	1,929	1,991
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries	401	321
Provision (benefit) for income taxes	123	115
Equity in income of subsidiaries	0	0
Income from continuing operations	278	206
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	-15
Net income	278	191
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	35	38
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	243	153
Eliminations	'	'
Revenues:	'	'
Premiums	0	0
Net investment income	-4	-4
Net investment gains (losses)	0	0
Insurance and investment product fees and other	0	-1
Total revenues	-4	-5
Benefits and expenses:	'	'
Benefits and other changes in policy reserves	0	0
Interest credited	0	0
Acquisition and operating expenses, net of deferrals	0	0
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	0	0
Interest expense	-4	-5
Total benefits and expenses	-4	-5
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes and equity in income of subsidiaries	0	0
Provision (benefit) for income taxes	0	0
Equity in income of subsidiaries	-403	-225
Income from continuing operations	-403	-225
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	0
Net income	-403	-225
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	0	0
Net income available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	($403)	($225)

Condensed_Consolidating_Statem

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Comprehensive Income (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014		Mar. 31, 2013
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]	'		'
Net income	$219		$141
Other comprehensive income (loss):	'		'
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	706		-217
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	6		26
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	219	[1]	-110	[1]
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	-21		-104
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	910		-405
Total comprehensive income (loss)	1,129		-264
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	4		11
Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	1,125		-275
Parent Guarantor	'		'
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]	'		'
Net income	184		103
Other comprehensive income (loss):	'		'
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	692		-221
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	6		26
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	219		-110
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	24		-73
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	941		-378
Total comprehensive income (loss)	1,125		-275
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	0		0
Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	1,125		-275
Issuer	'		'
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]	'		'
Net income	160		72
Other comprehensive income (loss):	'		'
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	675		-227
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	6		26
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	219		-110
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	40		-55
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	940		-366
Total comprehensive income (loss)	1,100		-294
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	0		0
Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	1,100		-294
All Other Subsidiaries	'		'
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]	'		'
Net income	278		191
Other comprehensive income (loss):	'		'
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	707		-217
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	6		26
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	232		-110
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	-21		-104
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	924		-405
Total comprehensive income (loss)	1,202		-214
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	4		11
Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	1,198		-225
Eliminations	'		'
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]	'		'
Net income	-403		-225
Other comprehensive income (loss):	'		'
Net unrealized gains (losses) on securities not other-than-temporarily impaired	-1,368		448
Net unrealized gains (losses) on other-than-temporarily impaired securities	-12		-52
Derivatives qualifying as hedges	-451		220
Foreign currency translation and other adjustments	-64		128
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	-1,895		744
Total comprehensive income (loss)	-2,298		519
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	0		0
Total comprehensive income (loss) available to Genworth Financial, Inc.'s common stockholders	($2,298)		$519
[1]	See note 5 for additional information.

Condensed_Consolidating_Statem1

Condensed Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Mar. 31, 2014	Mar. 31, 2013
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'
Net income	$219	$141
Less loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	20
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:	'	'
Equity in income from subsidiaries	0	0
Dividends from subsidiaries	0	0
Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships	-28	-5
Net investment losses (gains)	17	61
Charges assessed to policyholders	-187	-202
Acquisition costs deferred	-119	-105
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	134	122
Deferred income taxes	17	-182
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments	26	-27
Stock-based compensation expense	8	9
Change in certain assets and liabilities:	'	'
Accrued investment income and other assets	-109	-42
Insurance reserves	550	541
Current tax liabilities	-182	202
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances	-285	-474
Cash from operating activities-discontinued operations	0	1
Net cash from operating activities	61	60
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	1,135	1,212
Commercial mortgage loans	139	212
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	7	17
Proceeds from sales of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	708	1,310
Purchases and originations of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	-2,172	-2,069
Commercial mortgage loans	-132	-203
Other invested assets, net	111	-26
Capital contributions to subsidiaries	'	0
Intercompany notes receivable	0	0
Cash from investing activities-discontinued operations	0	0
Net cash from investing activities	-204	453
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts	814	445
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts	-505	-678
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations	-8	-4
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities	-7	-17
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests	-13	-13
Proceeds from intercompany notes payable	0	0
Other, net	-12	-32
Cash from financing activities-discontinued operations	0	0
Net cash from financing activities	269	-299
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	20	-48
Net change in cash and cash equivalents	146	166
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	4,214	3,653
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	4,360	3,819
Less cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations at end of period	0	22
Cash and cash equivalents of continuing operations at end of period	4,360	3,797
Parent Guarantor	'	'
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'
Net income	184	103
Less loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	0
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:	'	'
Equity in income from subsidiaries	-201	-103
Dividends from subsidiaries	0	0
Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships	0	0
Net investment losses (gains)	0	0
Charges assessed to policyholders	0	0
Acquisition costs deferred	0	0
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	0	0
Deferred income taxes	11	0
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments	0	0
Stock-based compensation expense	5	0
Change in certain assets and liabilities:	'	'
Accrued investment income and other assets	3	0
Insurance reserves	0	0
Current tax liabilities	4	0
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances	-10	0
Cash from operating activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from operating activities	-4	0
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	0	0
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	0	0
Proceeds from sales of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	0	0
Purchases and originations of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	0	0
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0
Other invested assets, net	0	0
Capital contributions to subsidiaries	'	0
Intercompany notes receivable	6	0
Cash from investing activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from investing activities	6	0
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts	0	0
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts	0	0
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations	0	0
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities	0	0
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests	0	0
Proceeds from intercompany notes payable	0	0
Other, net	-2	0
Cash from financing activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from financing activities	-2	0
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Net change in cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	0	0
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	0	0
Less cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations at end of period	'	0
Cash and cash equivalents of continuing operations at end of period	0	0
Issuer	'	'
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'
Net income	160	72
Less loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	5
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:	'	'
Equity in income from subsidiaries	-202	-122
Dividends from subsidiaries	31	11
Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships	0	0
Net investment losses (gains)	4	4
Charges assessed to policyholders	0	0
Acquisition costs deferred	0	0
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	0	0
Deferred income taxes	-84	-47
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments	1	-3
Stock-based compensation expense	0	0
Change in certain assets and liabilities:	'	'
Accrued investment income and other assets	50	74
Insurance reserves	0	0
Current tax liabilities	16	43
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances	0	17
Cash from operating activities-discontinued operations	'	-5
Net cash from operating activities	-24	49
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	0	0
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	0	0
Proceeds from sales of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	0	0
Purchases and originations of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	0	0
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0
Other invested assets, net	0	0
Capital contributions to subsidiaries	'	-22
Intercompany notes receivable	-11	8
Cash from investing activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from investing activities	-11	-14
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts	0	0
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts	0	0
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations	0	0
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities	0	0
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests	0	0
Proceeds from intercompany notes payable	-66	-70
Other, net	0	-3
Cash from financing activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from financing activities	-66	-73
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Net change in cash and cash equivalents	-101	-38
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	1,219	843
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	1,118	805
Less cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations at end of period	'	0
Cash and cash equivalents of continuing operations at end of period	1,118	805
All Other Subsidiaries	'	'
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'
Net income	278	191
Less loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	15
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:	'	'
Equity in income from subsidiaries	0	0
Dividends from subsidiaries	-31	-11
Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships	-28	-5
Net investment losses (gains)	13	57
Charges assessed to policyholders	-187	-202
Acquisition costs deferred	-119	-105
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	134	122
Deferred income taxes	90	-135
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments	25	-24
Stock-based compensation expense	3	9
Change in certain assets and liabilities:	'	'
Accrued investment income and other assets	-158	-120
Insurance reserves	550	541
Current tax liabilities	-202	159
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances	-279	-485
Cash from operating activities-discontinued operations	'	6
Net cash from operating activities	89	13
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	1,135	1,212
Commercial mortgage loans	139	212
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	7	17
Proceeds from sales of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	708	1,310
Purchases and originations of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	-2,172	-2,069
Commercial mortgage loans	-132	-203
Other invested assets, net	111	-28
Capital contributions to subsidiaries	'	22
Intercompany notes receivable	61	70
Cash from investing activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from investing activities	-143	543
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts	814	445
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts	-505	-678
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations	-8	-4
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities	-7	-17
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests	-13	-13
Proceeds from intercompany notes payable	10	-8
Other, net	-10	-29
Cash from financing activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from financing activities	281	-304
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	20	-48
Net change in cash and cash equivalents	247	204
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	2,995	2,810
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	3,242	3,014
Less cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations at end of period	'	22
Cash and cash equivalents of continuing operations at end of period	3,242	2,992
Eliminations	'	'
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'
Net income	-403	-225
Less loss from discontinued operations, net of taxes	0	0
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash from operating activities:	'	'
Equity in income from subsidiaries	403	225
Dividends from subsidiaries	0	0
Amortization of fixed maturity discounts and premiums and limited partnerships	0	0
Net investment losses (gains)	0	0
Charges assessed to policyholders	0	0
Acquisition costs deferred	0	0
Amortization of deferred acquisition costs and intangibles	0	0
Deferred income taxes	0	0
Net increase (decrease) in trading securities, held-for-sale investments and derivative instruments	0	0
Stock-based compensation expense	0	0
Change in certain assets and liabilities:	'	'
Accrued investment income and other assets	-4	4
Insurance reserves	0	0
Current tax liabilities	0	0
Other liabilities and other policy-related balances	4	-6
Cash from operating activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from operating activities	0	-2
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'
Fixed maturity securities	0	0
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0
Restricted commercial mortgage loans related to securitization entities	0	0
Proceeds from sales of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	0	0
Purchases and originations of investments:	'	'
Fixed maturity and equity securities	0	0
Commercial mortgage loans	0	0
Other invested assets, net	0	2
Capital contributions to subsidiaries	'	0
Intercompany notes receivable	-56	-78
Cash from investing activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from investing activities	-56	-76
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'
Deposits to universal life and investment contracts	0	0
Withdrawals from universal life and investment contracts	0	0
Redemption of non-recourse funding obligations	0	0
Repayment of borrowings related to securitization entities	0	0
Dividends paid to noncontrolling interests	0	0
Proceeds from intercompany notes payable	56	78
Other, net	0	0
Cash from financing activities-discontinued operations	'	0
Net cash from financing activities	56	78
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Net change in cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	0	0
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	0	0
Less cash and cash equivalents of discontinued operations at end of period	'	0
Cash and cash equivalents of continuing operations at end of period	$0	$0

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Condensed Consolidating Financial Information - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	Mar. 31, 2014
In Billions, unless otherwise specified
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]	'
Amount of dividend our subsidiaries could pay in 2014 without obtaining regulatory approval	$1
Genworth Financial's Subsidiaries	'
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]	'
Restricted net assets	14.5
Genworth Holdings' Subsidiaries	'
Condensed Financial Statements, Captions [Line Items]	'
Restricted net assets	$15