Receivables from customers and notes receivable, net - Allowance for Notes Receivable (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2011
Receivables from customers and notes receivable, net [Abstract]
Allowance Notes Receivable	$ 0.1	$ 0.1

A valuation allowance relating to a written agreement to receive money (at a specified future date(s), consisting of principal as well as any accrued interest) for the portion that is expected to be uncollectible.

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Namespace Prefix:	intl_
Data Type:	xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type:	credit
Period Type:	instant