Derivatives and Hedging Activities (Details 4) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Apr. 01, 2012	Apr. 03, 2011
Effect of nondesignated derivative contracts
Gain (loss) on foreign exchange contracts including forward point income	$ 4,962	$ 9,660
Gain (loss) from revaluation of foreign currency exposures hedged by foreign exchange contracts	$ (4,211)	$ (10,829)

Amount of gain (loss) recognized in earnings in the period from the increase (decrease) in fair value of foreign currency exposures hedged by non-designated derivative contracts.

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