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24. Consolidated statement of cash flows


The consolidated statement of cash flows was prepared using the indirect method. Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, cash at banks, and checks. The effects of changes in the scope of consolidated financial statements were eliminated and reported in the cash flows from investing activities.

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2008/09

 

2009/10

 

 

 

 

 

Interest received

 

61.3

 

64.3

Interest paid

 

308.3

 

227.3

Taxes paid

 

240.5

 

121.6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In millions of euros

Interest received and paid as well as taxes paid are included in the cash flows from operating activities.

Adjustments

 

 

 

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2008/09

 

2009/10

 

 

 

 

 

Depreciation, amortization and impairment

 

726.8

 

640.0

Result from sale of assets

 

–10.8

 

1.7

Changes in pensions and other employee obligations, non-current provisions and deferred taxes

 

–76.6

 

–79.6

Other non-cash income and expenses

 

–11.6

 

–15.2

 

 

627.8

 

546.9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In millions of euros

Cash flows from operating activities include dividend income of EUR 15.2 million from associates and other investments.

The conversion of convertible bonds amounting to EUR 21.0 million increased equity but had no effect on the consolidated statement of cash flows.