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Derivative Instruments (Details 7) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | Jun. 30, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011
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Credit Exposure of Derivative Contracts |  |
Estimated fair value of derivatives in net asset (liability) position | $ 224,721 | $ 227,399
Cash provided as collateral | 0 | 0
Securities provided as collateral | (22,654) | (27,052)
Cash received as collateral | (226,384) | (241,480)
Securities received as collateral | (31,404) | (997)
Net credit exposure | (10,413) | 11,974
Margin account related to exchange-traded futures | $ 9,564 | $ 18,153

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- Definition The aggregate cash amounts of collateral provided for derivative instruments that are subject to or not subject to credit-contingent provisions that are in a net liability position at the end of the reporting period. The estimated fair value amounts are included in cash. + References No definition available. + Details
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