Restructuring Charges

12 Months Ended

Dec. 31, 2015

Restructuring Charges

Restructuring Charges

(4)   Restructuring Charges

2011 Restructuring

        In the second and fourth quarters of 2011, the Company implemented restructuring plans to improve margins and enhance stockholder returns.

        Activity and liability balances recorded as part of the 2011 restructuring plan through December 31, 2015 are as follows (dollars in thousands):

	Consolidation of leased facilities
Balance at December 31, 2014	$	833
Utilized—cash		(561	)
Balance at December 31, 2015	$	272

        The payment of the remaining accrued costs related to the vacated leased facilities will continue through December 2016.

2010 Restructuring

        In the fourth quarter of 2010, the Company closed its Westchester, NY office and relocated the staff, primarily sales traders and support, to its New York City office.

        Activity and liability balances recorded as part of the 2010 restructuring plan through December 31, 2015 are as follows (dollars in thousands):

	Consolidation of leased facilities
Balance at December 31, 2014	$	1,391
Utilized—cash		(409	)
Balance at December 31, 2015	$	982

        The payment of the remaining accrued costs related to the vacated leased facilities will continue through December 2016.