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Financial instruments - Derivative Contract Maturities (Details) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2022 USD ($)
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Series H bonds |
Financial instruments [Line Items] |
Contract amount | $ 105,828
Series O bonds |
Financial instruments [Line Items] |
Contract amount | 58,748
Series P bonds |
Financial instruments [Line Items] |
Contract amount | 134,228
Series Q bonds |
Financial instruments [Line Items] |
Contract amount | $ 106,933

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