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Statement of Changes in Net Assets Available for Benefits - EBP 002 $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2025 USD ($)
Contributions: |
Employer | $ 290,416
Employee | 337,060
Rollovers | 74,082
Total contributions | 701,558
Investment income: |
Net appreciation of investments | 1,338,630
Interest and dividends | 111,661
Other income | 1,993
Total investment income | 1,452,284
Interest on notes receivable from participants | 5,993
Total additions to net assets | 2,159,835
Deductions: |
Withdrawal payments | (749,319)
Administrative expenses | (14,383)
Total deductions | (763,702)
Net increase in net assets available for benefits | 1,396,133
Net assets available for benefits at beginning of year | 8,958,491
Net assets available for benefits at end of year | $ 10,354,624

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