Cumulative flow year to date is still above 2009, 2008 and 2007 levels, according to Barclays Capital.

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Cumulative savings over 25 years: This is the cumulative net cash flow from the system.

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Non-cumulative preferred stock gives a company more flexibility in managing its cash flow.

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