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Derivative Financial Instruments (Details) - Not designated as hedges - Foreign currency exchange forwards $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018 USD ($)
Derivative Financial Instruments |
Gains (losses) | $ 327
Weighted average notional amount | $ 2,869

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