Debt instrument, convertible percentage of outstanding common stock

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Debt Instrument, Interest rate, in event of default

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Fair value of common securities of variable interest entity trusts.

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Financial covenant, excess net capital minimum

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Financial covenant, tangible net worth minimum

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Line of Credit Facility, possible request of reduction in borrowing commitment.

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Amount of amortization expense attributable to debt issuance costs.

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The price per share of the conversion feature embedded in the debt instrument.

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Amount of the fee for available but unused credit capacity under the credit facility.

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Maximum borrowing capacity under the credit facility without consideration of any current restrictions on the amount that could be borrowed or the amounts currently outstanding under the facility.

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Expenses recognized resulting from transactions (excluding transactions that are eliminated in consolidated or combined financial statements) with related party.

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