This item comprises:
| XLS |
|
€ million |
Dec. 31, 2008 |
Dec. 31, 2007 |
|
Cheques, cash and bank balances |
329.1 |
292.6 |
|
Short-term cash investments |
363.6 |
134.0 |
|
|
692.7 |
426.6 |
Changes in cash and cash equivalents as defined by IAS 7 are presented in the cash flow statement. This item includes short-term receivables due from related parties and affiliates amounting to € 2.6 million (2007: € 3.0 million).
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