This item comprises:
| XLS |
|
|
|
€ million |
Dec. 31, 2011 |
Dec. 31, 2010 |
Cheques, cash and bank balances |
187.7 |
233.6 |
Short-term cash investments |
750.1 |
710.1 |
|
937.8 |
943.7 |
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 € 8.2 million (2010: € 8.6 million).
Short-term cash investments mainly comprise fixed-term deposits with banks that have a very good credit rating.
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