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The amount of unamortized upfront fees.

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The amount of outstanding funds that the entity is obligated to repay.

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The adjustment to the basis (reference rate) used for calculation of the interest rate on borrowings. [Refer: Borrowings]

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The amount of undrawn borrowing facilities that may be available for future operating activities and to settle capital commitments. [Refer: Capital commitments]

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