Notes to the consolidated cash flow statement

34 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 2006/2007, the acquisition and first-time consolidation of companies created an increase in fixed assets of €38 million (2005/2006: €134 million).

The non-cash addition of assets under capital leases in fiscal 2006/2007 amounts to €47 million (2005/2006: €7 million).

Non-cash financing activities

In fiscal 2006/2007, the acquisition and first-time consolidation of companies resulted in an increase in gross financial payables in the amount of €0 million (2005/2006: €4 million).