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The amount of the estimated financial effect of contingent liabilities. [Refer: Classes of contingent liabilities [domain]]

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The gain on settlements of litigation.

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The increase in existing other provisions. [Refer: Other provisions]

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The amount of liabilities of uncertain timing or amount, including provisions for employee benefits.

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The amount of the claim by the counterparty in the arbitration matter.

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The amount claimed by the entity in the arbitration matter.

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The estimated cost of component of equity representing components of convertible instruments classified as equity.

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The period of time for which all economic plan processes, such as those that gave rise to Planos Economicos civil suits, are ordered suspended.

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