Total Fair Value of Restricted Shares Granted and Vested (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total fair value of restricted shares granted	$ 75.0	$ 43.2	$ 36.0
Total fair value of restricted shares vested	$ 85.7	$ 49.6	$ 14.5

Share Based Compensation Arrangement By Share Based Payment Award Equity Instruments Other Than Options Grants In Period Fair Value

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