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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Parentheticals) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
12 Months Ended | ||
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Oct. 31, 2011
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Oct. 31, 2010
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Oct. 31, 2009
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| Top Element 00450 Statement Consolidated Statements Of Comprehensive Income Unaudited Parentheticals [Abstract] | |||
| Income tax expense on amortization of loss on derivatives | $ 158 | $ 158 | $ 157 |
| Income tax expense on unrealized holding gains on available-for-sale investments | 850 | 517 | 1,941 |
| Income tax benefit (expense) on foreign currency translation adjustments | $ (56) | $ 16 | $ (74) |