Comprehensive Income
12 Months Ended
Oct. 31, 2011
Comprehensive Income Loss Disclosure [Abstract]  
Comprehensive Income

17. Comprehensive Income

 

During the years ended October 31, 2011, 2010 and 2009, the Company reclassified gains of $0.6 million, $3.0 million, and $1.6 million, respectively, from other comprehensive income (loss) to net income as gains and losses were realized on the sale of available-for-sale securities.

 

The components of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxes, at October 31, 2011 and 2010 are as follows:

 (in thousands) 2011 2010
 Unamortized loss on derivative instrument, net of tax$ (1,714)$ (2,003)
 Net unrealized gains on available-for-sale securities, net of tax  3,386 2,041
 Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax  (332) (473)
 Total accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)$1,340$(435)