INVESTMENTS IN UNCONSOLIDATED COMPANIES (Details 2) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended	3 Months Ended
Jun. 29, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 29, 2014 Minimum
INVESTMENTS IN UNCONSOLIDATED COMPANIES
Proportionate share of net income (loss) before taxes (as a percent)			20.00%
Condensed financial information
Net revenues	$ 666,164	$ 648,958
Gross profit	563,861	543,490
Operating income	89,524	103,543
Net income	$ 650,720	$ 103,955

The amount of gross profit from equity method investments of the entity.

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The amount of net income (loss) from equity method investments of the entity.

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The amount of operating income (loss) from equity method investments of the entity.

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The amount of revenue from equity method investments of the entity.

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Represents the proportionate share in consolidated net income (loss) before taxes in affiliates subsidiaries associates and joint ventures.

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