Trade liabilities increased from €3,476 million by €379 million to €3,855 million.
Currency effects, mainly resulting from the change in the Russian rouble, increased trade liabilities by €64 million. The increase in trade liabilities is mainly attributable to higher purchasing volumes and a higher price level compared to the previous year.
Currency effects
Currency effects arise when the same number of currency units is converted into another currency at different exchange rates.
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Previous year
Period of 12 months that is usually cited as a reference for statements in the annual report and refers to the financial year preceding the reporting year.
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