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Amount of accumulated unrealized loss before deducting unrealized gain on investments in available-for-sale securities impacting investments.

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The maximum maturity period (in months) for the Company's marketable securities.

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The minimum maturity period (in months) for the Company's marketable securities.

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Amount of debt securities categorized neither as held-to-maturity nor trading.

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