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Amount of unrealized gain (loss) recognized in earnings for the cumulative period of the debt obligation in a fair value hedge, as offset by the gain (loss) on the hedging instrument to the extent that the fair value hedge is determined to be effective.

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Weighted average interest rate of the amount of Consolidated Obligation Bonds maturities after year five following the date of the latest balance sheet, redeemable at fixed or determinable prices and dates.

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Face (par) amount of debt instrument at time of issuance.

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Amount of joint and several obligations consisting of bonds issued by Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLBanks).

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Weighted average interest rate of long-term debt outstanding calculated at point in time.

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