Notes to the consolidated cash flow statement

35 Additional information to the consolidated cash flow statement

The liquid funds considered in the consolidated cash flow statement correspond to the "Cash and cash equivalents" line item in the balance sheet.

Non-cash investing activities

In fiscal 2008/2009, the acquisition and first-time consolidation of companies created an increase in non-current assets of €51 million (2007/2008: €167 million).

The non-cash addition of assets under capital leases in fiscal 2008/2009 amounted to €11 million (2007/2008: €42 million).

Non-cash financing activities

In fiscal 2008/2009, the acquisition and first-time consolidation of companies resulted in an increase in gross financial debt in the amount of €24 million (2007/2008: €72 million).