4 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents, at €28 million (€34 million at 31 December 2016) mainly relate to available liquidity at Gasrule Insurance DAC for the exercising of the group’s insurance activities (€26 million).

The book value of cash and cash equivalents approximates to their fair value. They are not subject to any usage restrictions.

A comprehensive analysis of the financial situation and major cash commitments during the period can be found in the cash flow statement.