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The losses resulting from changes in the fair value of derivatives recognized in other comprehensive income (loss).

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The gains (losses) resulting from change in the fair value of derivatives recognized in profit or loss recognized in other comprehensive income (loss).

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The amount of current derivative financial assets. [Refer: Derivative financial assets]

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The gains (losses) resulting from change in the fair value of derivatives recognised in profit or loss. [Refer: Derivatives [member]]

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The gains resulting from change in the fair value of derivatives recognised in profit or loss. [Refer: Derivatives [member]]

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The amount of a hedging instrument, recognised as an asset. [Refer: Hedging instruments [domain]]

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The amount of a hedging instrument, recognised as a liability. [Refer: Hedging instruments [domain]]

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The losses resulting from changes in the fair value of derivatives recognised in profit or loss. [Refer: Derivatives [member]]

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The amount of non-current derivative financial assets. [Refer: Derivative financial assets]

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The nominal or face amount of a financial instrument, used to calculate payments made on that instrument.

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