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Derivative Instruments - Summary of net realized gains (losses) recorded in the consolidated statements of income (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2022 | Mar. 31, 2021
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments | [1] | $ (23,711) | $ 36,116
Not designated as hedging instrument |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  | (23,711) | 36,116
Not designated as hedging instrument | Futures contracts |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  | (46,774) | 47,438
Not designated as hedging instrument | Foreign currency forward contracts |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  | (2,038) | (22,071)
Not designated as hedging instrument | TBAs |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  | (51) | 0
Not designated as hedging instrument | Other |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments |  |  |
Net realized gains (losses) on derivative instruments | [2] | $ 25,152 | $ 10,749
[1] | See note 9 for information on the Company’s derivative instruments.
[2] | Includes realized gains and losses on swaps, options and other derivatives contracts

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