Investments (Summary of net gains (losses) investments held at fair value) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2019	Oct. 31, 2018	Oct. 31, 2017
Investments [Abstract]
Realized gains (losses) on securities sold	$ (505)	$ 6,951	$ 6,972
Unrealized gains (losses) on investments held at fair value	20,416	(22,814)	15,872
Net gains (losses) on investments held at fair value	$ 19,911	$ (15,863)	$ 22,844

Amount of unrealized and realized gain (loss) on investment in debt and equity securities.

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